Iraq Assistant Distributor Manager

Business Context and Main Purpose of the Job

The Assistant Distributor Manager needs to ensure:

• Develop and implement distribution strategies to ensure optimal RTM and coverage
• Manage and grow the existing distributor network, continuously evaluating and identifying areas for improvement
• Develop strong relationships with distributors, providing them with the necessary support and resources to achieve their sales targets
• Monitor distributor performance and conduct regular performance reviews to identify opportunities for improvement
• Ensure that adequate stock levels are maintained at all times, working closely with the supply chain team to manage inventory levels
• Analyse market trends and competitor activities, and make recommendations to the senior management team to improve market share and profitability
• Collaborate with the sales team of the distributor and cross functional team to develop and implement promotional activities that drive sales and increase brand visibility
• Provide regular reports on distributor performance, market trends, and sales forecasts,

Main Accountabilities

• Deliver on Annual Plan
• Continuously improve Customer relations (profitability, growth of share, loyalty, satisfaction, etc)
• Champion Consumer / Shopper Insight excellence
• Bring Win with Customer programme to live and lead continuous improvement of the capabilities of the CD team
• Lead pilots of new innovative channels/ ways to get to consumers and bring successful  pilots to maturity

Critical success Factors for the Job

Key Skills

– 5 to 10 years experience in sales preferably in a multinational environment

-Speaks Arabic and English

Leadership Behaviours

Global Mindset

Real Accountability

External Orientation

Team Alignment

Action not Debate

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