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Summit Recruitment and Search Africa is a leading Executive Search and Recruitment agency headquartered in Kenya, known for connecting top talent with a diverse range of companies and NGOs across various business sectors in Africa. They are currently assisting a global leader in the paint industry to find a highly motivated Sales Manager.
Summit Recruitment and Search Africa is deeply committed to sustainability, inclusivity, and equality, striving to foster a diverse and equitable workforce while promoting sustainable business practices. They embody a strong ethical stance, ensuring fair opportunities and contributing positively to society.
Sales Manager – Paint Sector – Nairobi, Kenya
Company Overview
Summit Recruitment and Search Africa is a leading Recruitment and Executive Search agency based in Kenya. They are currently partnering with a global leader in the paint industry to recruit a Sales Manager. The client is renowned for its commitment to quality and innovation in the paint sector.
Job Overview
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Employment Type: Full-Time
Career Level: Management
Deadline: July 09, 2025
💰 Salary: Monthly Gross Salary: USD 2,000 – 2,500 (depending on experience and qualifications)
Job Summary
Our client, a global leader in the paint industry, is looking to hire a highly motivated Sales Manager to lead sales and business development efforts in Kenya. The successful candidate will be responsible for identifying growth opportunities through various trade channels, distribution partners, and strategic alliances, while also developing innovative approaches to expand both existing and new markets. Prior experience in the paint sector is essential for this role.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage all large and strategically important clients, ensuring enhanced client satisfaction.
- Responsible for sales and strategy implementation in the African region (including support to the license partner in Kenya).
- Identify and pursue new business opportunities in targeted markets and establish strategic relations with key decision-makers.
- Meet potential clients to promote the business through understanding their business needs and aspirations.
- Provide support to the Head of Department in setting up of the Short & Long term plans, forecasting, pricing, discounts, and schemes for the overall functioning of the Department in line with the organizational mission and vision.
- Recommend process improvements to enhance client experience, by simplifying and streamlining all internal end-to-end client management and operation processes.
- Liaise with Commercial / Technical Contractors and promote the products and ensure their agreement / approval.
- Travel as applicable within the African region to attend various seminars and events.
- Promote positive relations with partners, vendors, and distributors.
- Actively engage in a "hands-on" sales approach with high energy.
Qualifications & Requirements
- A relevant Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or a related field.
- Proven experience in Sales and Business Development within the Paint or Construction industries.
- Ability to cope with stress and work under deadlines.
- Active “hands-on” sales approach with a high level of energy.
- Highly motivated and results-oriented person, perseverant, able to work with limited daily supervision.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Willingness to travel within the African region as applicable.
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