Assistant Manager, Trade Development at Golden Penny Foods - Flou

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Join Golden Penny Foods - Flour Mills of Nigeria Plc as an Assistant Manager, Trade Development based in Kaduna, Nigeria. This role is integral to driving sales growth and expanding market reach for one of Nigeria's most recognized food brands. Golden Penny is celebrated for its wide range of products including flour, semovita, pasta, and noodles, trusted by bakers and consumers across the country. As Assistant Manager, Trade Development, you will lead key distributor relationships and enhance trade channel performance. Your daily activities will include managing distributor operations to meet sales targets, enforcing route planning procedures, and leveraging sales automation tools for efficiency.

You will also grow sub-distributor networks, develop joint business plans, and analyze market trends to recommend strategies that boost revenue and market share. Candidates who excel in this role typically have at least three years of FMCG sales experience, strong leadership and negotiation skills, and the ability to use data-driven insights to optimize trade execution. This full-time position requires a degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Sales, or related fields. Kaduna's vibrant consumer market and distribution networks provide a critical backdrop for this role, offering opportunities to impact the food sector by improving product availability and customer engagement. The FMCG industry here is competitive, making strategic trade development essential for sustained growth. While salary details are not disclosed, this role offers significant career advancement potential within a major Nigerian food company renowned for its innovative products and market leadership. Successful candidates often progress to senior sales and management roles within the FMCG sector. To stand out, tailor your application to highlight your experience managing distributor networks and executing sales strategies that increased market penetration. Quantify your achievements and demonstrate your ability to build strong partnerships with trade stakeholders. If you are ready to contribute as an Assistant Manager, Trade Development in Kaduna with Golden Penny Foods, apply promptly to seize this opportunity to grow your career in the dynamic Nigerian FMCG market.

Requirements

Hold HND or B.Sc. in Business Administration, Marketing, Sales, or related field
Possess minimum three years sales experience in FMCG, preferably redistribution
Demonstrate strong communication and interpersonal skills
Exhibit leadership, negotiation, and stakeholder management abilities
Apply analytical and problem-solving skills effectively

Responsibilities

Manage and oversee key distributors to drive growth and operational efficiency
Achieve sales volume and revenue targets through market expansion
Enforce standard operating procedures for route planning and sales tools usage
Expand territory coverage by optimizing sub-distributor networks
Develop and execute joint business plans with key distributors
Monitor distributor and market performance via business reviews
Analyze market trends and competitor activities to recommend strategies
Build strong relationships with distributors, sub-dealers, and bakers
Drive redistribution strategies to enhance product availability and penetration

Key skills

Business AdministrationMarketingSalesTrade DevelopmentDistributor ManagementRoute PlanningSales AutomationMarket AnalysisNegotiationLeadership

About Golden Penny Foods - Flour Mills of Nigeria Plc

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Golden Penny Foods - Flour Mills of Nigeria Plc

Flour Mills of Nigeria Plc is a leading African foods company known for its high-quality, affordable brands including Golden Penny Flour and Golden Pasta, serving consumers locally and internationally.

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What qualifications are needed for the Assistant Manager Trade Development role at Golden Penny Foods in Kaduna?

Candidates should have a minimum of HND or B.Sc. degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Sales, or related fields to qualify for this role.

How much experience is required for the Assistant Manager Trade Development position?

Applicants must have at least three years of relevant sales experience in the FMCG sector, preferably in redistribution sales.

Is the Assistant Manager Trade Development position at Golden Penny Foods in Kaduna a remote job?

No, this role is based onsite in Kaduna and does not offer remote work options.

Are there any specified salary details for this Assistant Manager role?

The job listing does not provide salary information for this position at Golden Penny Foods.

What are the typical working hours or schedule for this role?

This is a full-time position, with standard working hours expected in Kaduna to manage distributor relationships and sales activities.

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