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Unilever

Global consumer goods manufacturer and marketer

Sales Executive

Field SalesPosted on Nov 13
Full-timeManagua, NicaraguaIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • University-level qualification in Business Administration, Industrial Engineering, Marketing, or a related field.
  • Three to five years of experience in Traditional Channel sales or similar commercial roles; experience in mass-consumer-goods/FMCG companies is ideal.
  • Experience working with distributors and controlled-distribution models, managing the business through the distributor's sales force.
  • Experience in sales supervision, leadership, or influencing commercial teams, including without a direct reporting line.
  • Experience working toward commercial objectives, meeting targets, and tracking KPIs.
  • Demonstrated negotiation, customer management, and stakeholder-influence capabilities.
  • Proficiency with Excel and Power BI for commercial information analysis and tracking.
  • Intermediate English.
  • Own vehicle and a valid driver's license.
  • Availability for predominantly field-based work and travel within the assigned territories.

Responsibilities

  • Manage and develop strong, sustainable commercial relationships with assigned distributors and customers.
  • Ensure territory sales objectives and commercial plans are met, identifying opportunities to accelerate business growth.
  • Monitor and analyze commercial KPIs, using information to anticipate opportunities, identify deviations, and establish action plans.
  • Develop current and prospective customers, strengthening coverage, distribution, and brand presence in the Traditional Channel.
  • Ensure excellent point-of-sale execution, including availability of Core products, implementation of innovations, and correct execution of suggested prices.
  • Track inventory, days of inventory, orders, and accounts receivable to maintain appropriate product levels and continuity of commercial operations.
  • Work directly with distributors' secondary sales force, using leadership and influence to align priorities, work plans, and execution opportunities.
  • Monitor market trends, competitor behavior, and commercial opportunities to increase business impact.
  • Collaborate with Customer Development, Sales, Supply Chain, Marketing, Trade Marketing, and Finance teams to ensure commercial plans are executed.
  • Regularly present results, progress, priorities, and opportunities to the distributor and its sales force.

Desired Qualifications

  • Experience in mass-consumer-goods/FMCG companies is ideal.

About the Company

Unilever

Global consumer goods manufacturer and marketer

Unilever operates as a global consumer goods company with a broad portfolio of brands across foods, personal care, and home care. Its products are made at scale and distributed through retailers worldwide, making everyday items easily accessible. The company differentiates itself through a wide mix of brands, geographic reach, a history of mergers and acquisitions, and a strong focus on sustainability and social impact. Its goal is to help people feel good and live better by delivering trusted, affordable products at scale while pursuing sustainable growth.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
London, United Kingdom
Founded
1872

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