Sales Manager

Sales Manager

At Tetra Pak, the sales team is the engine that drives the global consumer reach of our packaging solutions. We're seeking a qualified Sales Manager who can help keep this engine running with their own sales skills in our Market Operations Team. The ideal Sales Manager has deep experience with the entire sales process, excelling at lead generation, relationship building, and deal closing. The role is based in Nairobi, Kenya.

What You Will Do

Financial Target Delivery:

• Deliver financial targets, 3 Businesses, for the allocated customers/ team.
• Understand & drive improvement actions to secure a profitable account/ sales area through timely portfolio, commercial actions & necessary competitiveness measures impacting project/ account management costs

Customer Relationships:

• Build solid understanding of customer's business environment, strategy, financial perf./ value chain & operations, incl. their short & long-term ambitions
• Build & cultivate strong understanding, relationship & alignment across all levels of Customer's organization
• Build & successfully execute account plans securing objective & time bound actions to generate, nurture and win opportunities.
• Amplify customer's voice by identifying gaps across customer touchpoints systematically driving proactive improvement actions and closing the loop with customers

Accelerate Sales Funnel:

• Nurture opportunities & mobilize right resources based on customer's needs, buying process & opportunity maturity (time & budget)
• Lead Generation / Opportunity Identification both Outside-In (customer discussions, marketing campaigns, tenders etc.) & Inside-Out (market growth initiatives- BD plans/ new geographies/ new segments, contract renewals/ capacity expansion/ installed base management etc.)
• Lead qualification and nurturing activities to accelerate time to win
• Capture customer requirements accurately using different questioning techniques to configure solutions that maximize value for Customer & for Tetra Pak

Planning & Forecasting:

• Monthly forecasting, for 3 businesses, to secure base material, production & financial planning

Commercial Compliance:

• Understand & comply with Tetra Pak's Commercial practices framework, regulatory framework & general code of conduct.

We Believe You Have

• 03-04 years of relevant experience in customer management.
• Customer-Centric Mindset: Prioritizes customer needs and builds long-term relationships, not just short-term sales.
• Integrity and Transparency: Operates with honesty and openness, fostering credibility with clients.
• Resilience and Persistence: The CCA market often involves long sales cycles, urgent challenges and complex negotiations.
• Continuous Improvement: A growth mindset focused on improving processes, learning about new technologies, and understanding evolving client needs.
• Industry Knowledge: Understanding of the packaging industry, including materials, regulations, and trends. This can significantly enhance credibility when speaking with clients.
• Sales Expertise: Proven track record in B2B sales, with experience in consultative selling, lead generation, prospecting, and closing deals.
• Negotiation Skills: Strong ability to navigate complex pricing structures and contracts common in the packaging sector, ensuring value for both the client and the company.
• Communication skills: Clear, concise, and persuasive communication, with the ability to adapt messages to the technical or business-oriented needs of different stakeholders.
• Account Management: Capable of managing and growing existing accounts, fostering loyalty and repeat business.
• Problem-Solving Skills: Packaging solutions often need customization. The ideal candidate can diagnose client pain points and offer tailored solutions.

We Offer You:

• A variety of exciting challenges with ample opportunities for development and training in a truly global landscape
• A culture that pioneers a spirit of innovation where our industry experts drive visible results
• An equal opportunity employment experience that values diversity and inclusion
• Market competitive compensation and benefits with flexible working arrangements