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Job Title:             Sales Representative (2 No Experience Job
Vacancies)

Organization:  Hima Cement Ltd.

Duty Station:   Masaka
and Tororo, Uganda

Reports to:       Business Development Manager

Vacancy Code: HCLSRX01

About US:

Hima
Cement Ltd. is a subsidiary of Bamburi Cement Ltd. which is a member of the
LafargeHolcim Group. LafargeHolcim is the leading producer of building
materials in the world. At Hima Cement, our Vision is “To be the preferred
provider of cement and concrete based building solutions in East Africa with a
strong focus on customer experience.”

Hima
Cement works with all actors in the building and construction industry in
Uganda – manufacturing and supplying a wide range of building and construction
solutions designed to meet housing and construction needs from small projects
like individual home buildings to major construction and infrastructure
projects. Whether supplying high-quality cement to a craftsman or helping
leading architects explore and deliver creative possibilities, Hima is
committed to providing solutions that fit the needs of all its clients.

Job Summary:  The Sales Representative will enable the
Company to meet its strategic objective of growing Sales in the Retail Market,
Improving Penetration at the Retail & End User Counters. The job holder is
assigned an area and is responsible for Opening New Customer Accounts,
Generating Sales Orders, and Market Intelligence analysis and customer service
excellence.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• In charge of the delivery of weekly and monthly volume targets in
  the area of best effort.
• Collecting and compiling market statistics on selling/buying
  prices, stock/purchase levels, brand availability/market share and source
  of supply.
• Tasked with analyzing trends/ variances through preparation of
  weekly reports.
• Monthly review of performance and initiation of corrective action
• Implementation of required plans at retail
  level.eg Poster/signage delivery, price communication, etc.
• Identify customer needs; document customer
  complaints and follow up resolution of retailer complaints.
• Receive customer orders, and ensure timely
  collection of dues.
• Recommend setting up of distribution networks/
  acquisition of retailers
• Participate in forecasts and sales plan
  preparation in area of best effort
• Establish and ensure maintenance of good relations
  with retail customers
• Other special assignments that will be assigned
  in the area of best effort.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• The applicant must hold a Bachelors of Honors
  Degree in Business, Commerce or Marketing from a recognized University.
• Must possess a Valid Driver’s licence; i.e. 2
  years’ experience in driving and accident free.
• Knowledge of local languages (Luganda, Lusoga,
  Swahili) will be an advantage as it will ease communication with retailers
  and traders
• Good report writing skills
• Basic computer skills and knowledge of excel and
  Microsoft word.
• Good Analytical skills (able to understand basic
  profit & loss calculations)
• Must be an excellent face-to-face and telephone
  communicator
• Self-driven, results oriented.
• Able to plan and prioritise
• Comfortable dealing with people and a good
  listener
• Reliable, tolerant & determined
• Able to work extended hours when required
• Good verbal communication skills
• Flexibility to work anywhere within Uganda is
  added advantage

How to Apply:

All candidates
that know that they meet the above criteria and have what it takes to excel in
the above position, should send their CVs, which should include details of
email address (if any), present position, current remuneration,
Certificate/testimonials and address of three (3) Referees plus telephone
contact to the stipulated email address. (Email your application and CV to
career.applications.hima@lafargeholcim.com and let’s save the environment).

Key
Notes:

• Hima Cement Limited is an equal opportunity
  employer and does not charge a recruitment fee or any other fees at any
  stage of the recruitment process
• Make sure that your application letter, CV and
  certificates are attached as one document
• Indicate the Vacancy Code as the subject for your
  email
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
• Any form of canvassing will lead to automatic
  disqualification.

The
Human Resource Manager – Corporate Hima Cement Ltd,

Mirembe
Business Centre, 4th Floor

Plot
46, Lugogo Bypass

P.O
Box 7230 Kampala. Uganda

Deadline: 6^th December 2019

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