Sales Executive- Kisumu Job J&I

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Background Information

J&I is a start-up company in the manufacturing sector, operating a small scale but fast-growing human and animal feed food processing roasted business in Nairobi.

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THE JOB

We are seeking a motivated and dynamic Sales Executive to join our human food business. The Sales Executive will be responsible for recruiting and securing orders from distributors, supermarkets, minimarts and well-established retail shops on a given route. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of the formal and informal retail market, excellent communication skills, and a passion for engaging with clients both in-person and online. The role is open to individuals in Nairobi, Kisumu and Mombasa.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Sign up the business with big retail chains (supermarkets) and distributors in assigned region
• Develop and maintain relationship with retail outlets to maintain a good flow of orders
• Ensure timely stock replenishment to existing customers.
• Gather information on client needs and preferences and make suggestions for product improvements.
• Work with the production team to plan production schedules based on demand forecasts.
• Manage the company’s social media pages and engage with clients.
• Work with the ICT department to develop suitable content for the website

Qualifications

The job holder should have the following qualifications.

• Diploma in business or sales and marketing. Degree in Marketing will have an added advantage.
• At least 1 year experience working in FMCG, specifically retail sales to distributors supermarkets and minimarkets.
• Having existing customer base is a mandatory requirement

THE RIGHT PERSON FOR THE JOB

The ideal candidate should possess the following skills and competencies.

• Strong communication and customer engagement skills
• Knowledge of the informal retail market
• Proficiency in social media management and online client engagement
• Ability to gather and analyze customer feedback for product improvement
• Strong collaboration skills
• A proactive and results-driven attitude with the ability to meet sales targets

WHAT WE ARE OFFERING THE RIGHT PERSON

We are offering a competitive salary commensurate with experience and qualifications.

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How to Apply

Send CV only to recruitment@careeroptionsafricagroup.com by 20th March 2026 subject heading, as SALES EXECUTIVE-KENYA. However, applications will be reviewed as they are received, and qualified candidates called for an interview as soon as their CVs are received. Kindly indicate current, last or expected salary in the CV.

Candidates who do not hear from us by this date should consider their applications unsuccessful.

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