Area Manager Eastern Africa

Diversey Com Mk

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7 years progressive b2b selling experience
Chemistry, food science or chemical engineering degree
Manage accounts managers and country managers
** The Area Manager for Diversey Com Mk will oversee business development in the Processed Foods, Dairy, and Non-Alcoholic Beverages sectors across East Africa, focusing on maximizing sales and profitability. The role involves managing teams, developing customer relationships, and driving innovations to enhance market share. **

Job Summary

  • The role involves planning and directing business development for Processed Foods, Dairy, and Non-Alcoholic Beverages operations across East Africa.
  • Candidates must manage a team of account managers and country managers while driving short- and long-term profitable account growth.
  • Success requires identifying market potential, initiating sales programs, and collaborating with technical and marketing specialists to deliver value.

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Match Score: 75

** The Area Manager for Diversey Com Mk will oversee business development in the Processed Foods, Dairy, and Non-Alcoholic Beverages sectors across East Africa, focusing on maximizing sales and profitability. The role involves managing teams, developing customer relationships, and driving innovations to enhance market share. **

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 7 years progressive B2B selling experience
  • Chemistry, Food science or Chemical Engineering degree
  • Manage accounts managers and Country Managers
  • East Africa territory sales execution
  • P&L management and budget delivery

Nice-to-have

  • Experience in brewery or brewing plant production
  • Self-driven with a can do attitude
  • Strong networking and prospecting skills
  • Passion to achieve results under minimum supervision

Key Requirements

  • Graduate degree in Chemistry, Food science or Chemical Engineering
  • At least 7 years progressive Business to Business selling experience
  • Experience managing a team in the Chemical Industry
  • In-depth understanding of P&L and market dynamics

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