Key Account Manager - Lagos Mainland

Key Account Manager
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rn QualificationBA/BSc/HND
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rn Experience 3 years
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rn Location Lagos
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rn Job Field Customer Care Sales / Marketing
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rnAs member of the Nigeria Office Team you will be responsible for growing our local business and presence in Nigeria in a multicultural and diverse environment with the leadership of the Country Manager and the support of the Sales Assistant.
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rnManage, motivate and develop subordinates, managers and staff within the division: You will be responsible for formulating objectives that can be monitored throughout the year.
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rnBusiness Optimisation and profitable growth: You will be responsible for supplying all relevant market information to the Research Division to be included in the database. You will identify the major opportunities available that can give profitable growth. You will develop strategies to exploit these opportunities. You will evaluate the small customer base, grow and develop new business potential. You will supply comprehensive briefs in support of ongoing business and of new potential business. You will formulate sales profit and expense budgets for the department. You will ensure that accurate forecasts are provided to the Logistics Department.
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rnManagement of agreements/office: You will be responsible for the maintenance of the current export business portfolio with particular emphasis on strengthening the Givaudan relationship with all its customers. You will manage all agency and distribution agreements in the various territories. You will control freight costs and ensure that company recevies the best freighting costs.
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rnYou?
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rnAre you someone who wants to grow and shape your own world? Who thrives in a culture where you can express yourself in a creative team environment? Who wants to collaborate together with teams who are as passionate as you are? Then come join us - and impact your world.
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rnYour professional profile includes:
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rn Relevant tertiary qualification
rn Good communication skills
rn Good computer literacy and accuracy
rn Must be customer orientated
rn Proficiency in Excel
rn Sound knowledge of financial and commercial terms and functions
rn Knowledge of the Food Flavour industry and generally Industrial Food market characteristics vs those of the Food Manufacturing & Consumer Goods Industry would be advantageous
rn Comprehensive understanding of both industrial and consumer marketing
rn Knowledge and interest in Africa and its various cultures
rn 3 years experience in the export market
rn Senior management experience
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