Monday, August 15, 2011

SALES REPRESENTATIVE VACANCY IN KENYA::EAST AFRICAN PORTLAND CEMENT


East African Portland Cement Company Limited (EAPCC) is a leading cement manufacturer,
situated in Athi River about 30km from Nairobi, and pioneered the manufacture of cement in East
Africa in 1933.
Having started as trading company importing cement, it has grown over the years and now
produces about 1.3 million tons of cement per annum.

The cement manufactured by East African Portland Cement Company, is sold under the brand
name Blue Triangle Cement and has been instrumental in the regions social-economic development
as virtually all spheres of development have benefited from the use of Blue Triangle Cement.
The Company wishes to fill the position of Technical Sales Representative to improve sales through
strategic alliances with contractors and developers in the market.

TECHNICAL SALES REPRESENTATIVE
Ref: EAPCC/TSR/03/AUGUST/11
Reporting to the Corporate Accounts Manager, the Technical Sales Representative will be
responsible for the following:-
• Improve sales through strategic alliances with contractors and developers in building and
construction sector(s).
• Develop, introduce, demonstrate and promote all current and new products.
• Provide leadership in coordination of contractor sales and marketing programs
• Professionally handle key technical calls and issues related to the products.
• Conduct product training programs for individual and groups both at distributor and
contractor level.
• Coordination of intelligence gathering with other Regional Sales Representatives and key
Distributors.
• Investigate, document and report all product related complaints, take them up with
production department for effective resolutions.
• Evaluate, train and motivate new and existing distributors and sales personnel on the
technical aspects of the products.


Requirements:-
The ideal candidate should meet the following requirements:
• University Degree in Civil Engineering from a recognized university.
• At least 4 years relevant work experience in building, construction and cement industry.
• Qualifications in sales and/or marketing will be an added advantage.
• Ability to work long hours without supervision.
• Outgoing and self driven.
• Unquestionable character and integrity.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Proficiency in computer applications.
• Creative, innovative and good organization skills.
• Clean driving licence.
If your background, experience and competencies match the above specifications, please send
your application with a detailed CV, testimonials, current remuneration and full contact details of
3 professional references to the address below to be received not later than 19th August 2011
quoting the position reference.

Head of Human Resources & Administration
East African Portland Cement Company Ltd
P.O. Box 20 - 00204
Athi River
Or email to: careers@eapcc.co.ke


Or log on to careers on www.eastafricanportland.com website and upload your CV.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted