Requirements
Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Marketing, International Trade, or a related field. • Minimum 3–5 years of experience in Export Sales. • Previous experience in Food Manufacturing, FMCG, Processed Meat, Canned Food, Frozen Food, or Food Distribution industries is highly preferred. • Proven experience in African markets, particularly West and/or Central Africa. • Strong understanding of export procedures, international trade practices, and distributor management. • Existing network of distributors, importers, and business contacts within the targeted African markets is a strong advantage. • Fluency in English is mandatory. • French language proficiency is highly preferred. • Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills. • Ability and willingness to travel extensively across assigned territories. • Self-motivated, target-driven, and capable of working in a fast-paced international environment.
Description
Key Responsibilities • Implement export sales plans and achieve sales targets within assigned markets. • Identify and develop new business opportunities across West and Central Africa. • Establish and maintain strong relationships with distributors, importers, wholesalers, and key accounts. • Monitor market trends, customer requirements, and competitor activities. • Support market expansion initiatives and increase brand presence within the assigned territories. • Prepare sales forecasts, market reports, and business development plans. • Coordinate with internal departments to ensure smooth order processing and customer satisfaction. • Participate in international exhibitions, trade fairs, and business development activities. • Ensure timely collection of payments and effective management of customer accounts.