PZ Cussons: AREA COMMERCIAL SUPERVISORS

PZ Cussons operates in Africa, Asia and Europe with its strategy built on four core principles. We operate in selected markets that have the potential for future growth, both in mature and emerging markets. Our presence across Africa, Asia and Europe ensures a naturally balanced portfolio of global markets, which we continually review to ensure they provide the Group with the best opportunities for profitable growth. We take pride in our knowledge of local markets which enables us to respond quickly and appropriately to local needs. We develop leading brands for the markets in which we operate. Whilst some have global reach, the majority of our brands are sold only in local and regional markets as we create products that are particularly suited to local needs and tastes. Our strategy is to grow these brands so they achieve category leading positions in their markets and we continually review and expand the categories in which we operate to ensure profitable growth. We are proud of our portfolio of category leading brands which are developed to satisfy the particular needs of local consumers. We operate world class supply chain networks that enable us to deliver our brands quickly and efficiently to our local consumers. Our distribution systems vary by market type, from traditional supply chain models in mature markets to extensive nationwide depot networks in emerging markets. We continually adapt our methods of distribution to suit our local markets and to changing market needs. We take pride in our flexible distribution capability which is tailored specifically for the local market. We recruit, develop and retain a great team of people who are aligned with our values and who can drive our plans for growth. Our aim is to create a high performance culture offering career experiences and development. We work together as a true meritocracy where leadership is determined by talent.

AREA COMMERCIAL SUPERVISORS
HPZ - All States
The Role: AREA COMMERCIAL SUPERVISORS
The successful candidate will be required to:
• Support sales development plan and strategy for effective growth, increased turnover and penetration in the market.
• Monitor the implementation of promotional activities to ensure maximum returns on investments.
• Analyse sales figures/data, interpret trends to facilitate planning and forecasting of future sales volumes.
• Analyse the competitive environment to ascertain product performance against competition and advise on winning strategies.
• Conduct market/product research and monthly price audit reporting promptly, any changes in competitors’ prices and new products which pose a threat to company’s products.
• Effectively manage stock within depot and customers to ensure maximum sales.

The Person: The right candidate must:
• Have a degree in any discipline.
• Be a member of Nigerian Institute of Marketing
• Have a minimum of three (3) years relevant working experience gained from a fast moving retail environment.
• Have good knowledge of inventory management.
• Be self driven and possess very high levels of energy, enthusiasm, drive and resilience.
• Have strong interpersonal skills.
• Have strong numeric/data analysing skills.
• Have excellent written and verbal communication skills, articulating thoughts, innovative ideas and technical terminology.
• Experience in sales of power related equipments would be an added advantage.
• Posses a CAN DO attitude, exhibiting our core values – COURAGE, ACCOUNTABILITY, NETWORKING, DRIVE and ONENESS.

Please note that only short listed candidates would be contacted.

Closing date: 25 Jan 2011

Click here to apply: http://www.pzcussons.com/pzc/working/pzinigeria/vacancies/