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Pernod Ricard Vacancies for Key Distributor Executives in Lagos and Abuja
Pernod Ricard is the world's co-leader in wines and spirits with
consolidated sales of € 7,945 million in 2013/14. Created in 1975 by the
merger of Ricard and Pernod, the Group has undergone sustained
development, based on both organic growth and acquisitions: Seagram
(2001), Allied Domecq (2005) and Vin & Sprit (2008).
Pernod Ricard holds one of the most prestigious brand portfolios in the
sector: ABSOLUT Vodka, Ricard pastis, Ballantine's, Chivas Regal,
Royal Salute and The Glenlivet Scotch whiskies, Jameson Irish whiskey,
Martell cognac, Havana Club rum, Beefeater gin, Kahlúa and Malibu
liqueurs, G.H.Mumm and Perrier-Jouët champagnes, as well as Jacob’s
Creek, Brancott Estate, Campo Viejo and Graffigna wines.
Pernod Ricard employs a workforce of nearly 18,800 people and operates
through a decentralised organisation, with 6 "Brand Companies" and 80
"Market Companies" established in each key market.
We are recruiting to fill the position of:
Job Title: Key Distributor Executive
Locations: Lagos - Island, and Abuja
Job Description
- Distributors are our primary route to consumer in Nigeria.
- They must have the right level of infrastructure, capability in their organization for the delivery of our business goals.
- The KD Exec has accountability for supporting the broader
Distributor team to develop and sustain amazing relationships with our
distributors.
- They will implement our joint strategy and development plans
with distributors and have a strong focus on working with distributors'
salesforce to develop the capability within their organizations.
Dimensions
Financial:
- Responsible for identifying Capex Budget for Distributor development required in assigned territory.
- Training and potential recruitment of distributor organization in conjunction with KD team .
- Control of financial payments made to distributors based on results delivered against any agreed KPIs linked to incentives.
Market Complexity:
- Reports to the National key distributor development manager.
Responsible for the development of distributor infrastructure and
capability.
Leadership Responsibilities:
- Must be able to influence, inspire and drive performance without
having direct management responsibility for distributor or PRN staff.
Top 5 Accountabilities:
- Responsible for the development, tracking, deployment of
distributor infrastructure. Ensure all conditions in place locally to
make warehousing development, other supply chain and warehouse
management principles are applied at distributors.
- Must ensure that Monthly action plans are effective, especially
for the weakest distributors on Warehouse infrastructure - to achieve
this must regularly track distributor delivery against agreed timelines
for infrastructure development.
- Deploy and utilise Fixed coverage plan leveraging support tools (SFA & Dashboards).
- Responsible for training and structured coaching of distributor
and PRN on distributor development initiatives like ERPs IT
infrastructure and other RtC initiatives. Wide influencing needed.
- Collate local reporting and identify main priorities for improvement by the Divisional teams.
Desired Skills and Experience
- A strong track record in Sales ideally with experience in more
than one area of Sales including customer or distributor facing roles.
- High levels of financial and P&L literacy as well as strong planning and project management skills are important.
- Experience of working within and or with other functions and a
track record of delivering results through cross functional teams,
particularly marketing, supply and corporate relations is particularly
valuable.
- High degree of presentation and coaching skills.
- Good PC skills.
- A good understanding of all Capabilities with the ability to
work with distributors to apply these. Particularly important is
Distributor Management, Targeted Trade Investment and Customer/Channel
Profitability
- Good commercial understanding and market knowledge. Previous
experience of managing/leading teams either directly or indirectly and a
strong track record as a coach is valuable. Able to build true
partnerships with distributors and internally with other functions.
Previous experience of distributor management a distinct advantage
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online