Sales Director

Job Description : Sales Director – FMCG Job Overview: A leading FMCG Group in UAE is looking for the Sales Director to plan, direct and implement sales & distribution strategies and programs to achieve sales objectives, increase market share and profitability; manage effectively sales and distribution operations through different channels in FMCG Industry. The successful incumbent will manage Personal Care, Baby Care, Beauty and Cosmetics Brands in UAE and the Region though direct and affiliate distributor network. Key Responsibilities: · Plan and implement sales and marketing strategies and programs in line with Annual Business Plan · Develop annual operating plans and strategic plans by analyzing sales KPIs and volume trends · Manage sales and distribution operations by proper sales planning, execution and review · Enhance the distribution depth, availability and visibility of the products / brands with all existing customers · Effectively manage the trade marketing and key accounts / channel partners, especially Modern Trade, Traditional Trade and Pharmacy Chains in the region · Ensure good relationship with all Customers and Channels · Responsible for profitability and growth of overall business of the Brands / Products assigned Qualification and Experience: · Qualification: Graduate or Post Graduate Degree in any Discipline · Experience: 10 Years of FMCG Sales and Marketing experience in UAE / GCC, out of which atleast 7 years should be in Managerial / Senior Managerial / Regional level Roles. · The ideal candidate should have hands on experience and proven track records in FMCG / Sales and Marketing / Business Development in UAE / GCC · Country-wide sales and distribution experience with Modern Trade, Traditional Trade and / or Pharmacy Channels is a must · Experience in handling Personal Care, Baby Care, Beauty and Cosmetics Brands is a plus

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