Thursday, January 10, 2013

Cambridge University Press Sales Executive job in Kenya

Job Vacancy
Cambridge University Press is looking for a Sales Executive to take responsibility for growing its business in Kenya.

Title: Sales Executive
Duty Post: Nairobi, Kenya

Starting Date: 01 May 2013

Job Description: The role is a full time one with an initial one year contract renewable on performance. The Sales Executive’s primary responsibility will be promoting, developing and growing sales of all Cambridge publications (appropriate to the territory) to educational institutions (schools, colleges, universities, libraries, etc.) and wholesalers of books and educational material.


Qualification:

  • Prospective candidate, holder of at least a Bachelors Degree in Education, Commerce or its equivalent.
  • Must be highly motivated, enthusiastic and entrepreneurial.
  • Minimum 5 years experience in the book publishing industry in the area of sales & marketing.
  • They must possess demonstrated skills in prospecting and closing sales.
  • Must be proficient in written, spoken and presentational communication skills; able to deal with objections.
  • Must be results-oriented and capable of managing independence.

Prospective candidate should be Kenyan and residing in Nairobi for the last 10 years and holder of a valid driver’s licence and passport.

Salary: The remuneration package is competitive and attractive.

If you meet the above profile, send your CV, motivation letter and relevant testimonials to nrn100@cambridge.org
Deadline: 28 February 2013