Expression of Interest - Area Manager Pakistan

BAT is evolving at pace - truly like no other organisation. To achieve the ambition, we have set for ourselves, we are looking for colleagues who are ready to live our ethos every day. Come be a part of this journey! PAKISTAN TOBACCO COMPANY IS LOOKING FOR A N AREA MANAGER SENIORITY LEVEL: Area Manager FUNCTION: Marketing LOCATION: Pakistan ROLE POSITIONING AND OBJECTIVES The role is responsible for developing and implementing a trade coverage plan for the area Reports to: Regional Manager Reporting Level: Area Manager Geographic Scope: Pakistan WHAT YOU WILL BE ACCOUNTABLE FOR

• Ensure the effective and efficient utilisation of field force resources.
• Ensure that objectives in terms of availability, visibility, volume, margin, quality (e.g. RQI) and customer price of products are achieved for the area
• Work closely to the Regional Manager to adapt trade programmes developed by the Business Development Manager to the area’s reality
• Provide guidelines to the Trade Marketing Representatives regarding retail planograms and merchandising materials
• Ensure that area team and trade partners are well-trained and aligned with BAT’s International Marketing Standards and all Corporate Guidelines
• Consolidate data gathered by area team to insure that Regional Manager is fully informed at all times
• Ensure that internal control procedures are followed in relation to the identification and resolution of cash and stock shortage discrepancies
• Manage the productivity & cost optimisation of the area (trade spend effectiveness in the area)

ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE, SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

• Ideally, not less than 3 years' experience in FMCG category
• Developing and maintaining relationships with customers, external suppliers and commercial partners
• Functional knowledge and skills relating to trade marketing, customer engagement, account management and field operations
• Managerial & Interpersonal skills for selling, negotiating and influencing
• Ability to motivate, coach and develop people
• Shares accountabilities with other areas (within the geographic area) in terms of: Sales volume, Market share, Brand portfolio financials

WE ARE BAT At BAT we are committed to our Purpose of creating A Better Tomorrow. This is what drives our people and our passion for innovation. See what is possible for you at BAT.

• Global Top Employer with 53,000 BAT people across more than 180 markets
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BELONGING, ACHIEVING, TOGETHER Collaboration, diversity and teamwork underpin everything we do here at BAT. We know that collaborating with colleagues from different backgrounds is what makes us stronger and best prepared to meet our business goals. Come bring your difference! Disclaimer : We might not have an open role at this moment, but, because our work environment is very dynamic, we are encouraging you to apply for this position. The moment we have a suitable position for your profile, the Recruitment Team will contact you as soon as possible. #J-18808-Ljbffr