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Sales - Graduate Trainee
Nairobi
• Kenya

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Agriculture and Food Authority- AFA
Market and Product Development Officer II
Nairobi
• Kenya
Profession (Agriculture, fishing, forestry)
Accounting, finance, banking, insurance,Administrative, clerical,Agriculture, fishing, forestry, wildlife,Business, strategic management,Customer support, client care,Electrical engineering,Engineering, architecture,General management, leadership,Government, community development, public services,Human resources,Information technology, software development, data,Legal,Manufacturing, operations, quality,Medical, health,Project, program management,Research, academy,Sales, marketing, promotion,Security,Transportation, logistics, driving,
Industry (Sales, marketing, promotion)
Agriculture, fishing, forestry,Automotive,Banking, microfinance, insurance,Beauty, cosmetics,Communications, media, radio, tv,Computers, software development and services,Construction, renovation, maintenance,Consulting, business support, auditing,Education, academic,Electronics,Energy, utilities, environment,Engineering, architecture,Entertainment, events,Finance & FinTech,Financial Services,Health care, medical,Housekeeping, maintenance,Human resources, talent development, recruiting,Legal, accounting,Manufacturing,Marketing, advertising,Non-profit, social work,Outsourcing, leasing,Raw materials, oil, chemicals,Real estate,Restaurant, hospitality, travel,Retail, wholesale, FMCG,Telecommunications,Transportation, logistics, storage,
Seniority (Sales, marketing, promotion, Agriculture, fishing, forestry)
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Description
Qualifications & Experience
- Diploma or Certificate in Sales, Marketing, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Minimum of 6 Months to 1 year of relevant attachment or internship experience in sales and customer-facing roles is preferred.
- Exposure to FMCG, agri-products, or cold-chain sales is an added advantage.
- Experience working with B2B customers, agents, or distributors is a plus.
- Basic understanding of credit management and collections is desirable.
Skills & Competencies
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Sales, negotiation, and persuasion abilities
- Customer-focused and relationship-oriented mindset
- Good organizational and time management skills
- Ability to work independently in a field environment
- Basic analytical skills and attention to detail
- Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, Email)
Responsibilities
Sales Execution & Customer Acquisition
- Identify and prospect new customers and business opportunities within assigned territories.
- Generate leads and convert them into active customers.
- Promote and sell company products, including fish, chicken, freezers, and related solutions.
- Support onboarding of new clients and ensure smooth account activation.
Market Intelligence & Analysis
- Gather insights on market trends, customer preferences, and competitor activities
- Provide feedback to support pricing strategies and sales planning
- Monitor local market conditions and identify growth opportunities
Client Relationship Management
- Build and maintain strong relationships with customers and agents
- Ensure high levels of customer satisfaction and retention
- Identify upselling and cross-selling opportunities within existing accounts
Sales Support & Marketing Activities
- Assist in developing and utilizing sales materials (presentations, proposals, product sheets)
- Participate in trade shows, exhibitions, and promotional events
- Support implementation of sales campaigns and marketing initiatives
Collections & Credit Management
- Follow up on customer payments to ensure timely collections
- Support adherence to company credit policies
- Maintain accurate records of sales and payments
Operations Support
- Assist in coordination of freezer installations and product deliveries
- Ensure proper documentation and reporting of sales activities
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
Sales Performance
- Achieve assigned monthly sales targets (reviewed periodically based on market conditions)
- Meet targets for revenue, volume, and product mix
Customer Acquisition
- Generate a minimum of 20 leads per month
- Convert at least 4 new customers monthly.
- Contribute to the annual target of 20 B2B agents.
Account Management
- Maintain active engagement across all assigned accounts
- Achieve a churn rate of ≤18%
Operations
- Support installation of at least 2 freezers per month
Collections
- Ensure 100% collection of due payments for all sales
- Maintain compliance with company credit terms
Commissions
- Commissions are based on paid sales only and aligned with target achievement.
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