Area Manager

Job description

Job Title: Area Manager X10

Contract Duration: 6 Months (Fixed-Term Contract)

Department: Operations / Sales

Reports To: Managing Director

Location: Copperbelt Province, Central Province, Lusaka Province, Muchinga Province, Luapula Province, Northen Province, Eastern Province, western Province, North Western Province and Southern Province.

Job purpose

The Area Manager is responsible for overseeing and coordinating all business operations within the assigned area, ensuring achievement of sales targets, effective coordination with the stock team and a consistent customer experience across all locations under their responsibility.

Key Responsibilities

1. Sales and Business Development

Ø Achieve sales targets across branches.

Ø Identify underperforming branches and initiate corrective action plans.

Ø Build and maintain strong relationships with farmers, cooperatives and key stake holders.

Ø Monitor market trends, competitor activities and customer needs.

2. Operational Management

Ø Coordinate the distribution and availability of agricultural inputs across all assigned outlets.

Ø  Monitor stock levels and ensure timely replenishment.

Ø  Ensure proper storage and handling of agricultural products.

Ø  Oversee logistics and product deliveries.

3.  Staff Supervision

Ø Supervise branch staff and ensure that they lead their teams effectively.

Ø  Monitor employee attendance, productivity, and performance.

Ø  Provide guidance and support to ensure achievement of business objectives.

4.  Stock coordination

Ø Ensure branches place timely restock requests.

Ø Confirm goods request match delivery documents

Ø Report low, excess and slow-moving stock.

Ø Support physical stock counts and cycle checks.

5. Financial and Administrative Duties

Ø  Monitor sales performance and cash collections.

Ø  Ensure compliance with company financial procedures.

Ø  Prepare and submit daily, weekly, and monthly reports.

Ø  Assist management in tracking seasonal business performance.

6. Compliance and Safety

Ø Ensure compliance with company policies and agricultural regulations.

Ø Promote safe handling, storage, and transportation of agricultural products.

Ø  Maintain a safe working environment for employees and customers.

Skills and Competencies

Ø Good leadership and supervisory skills.

Ø Strong sales and customer service orientation.

Ø Knowledge of agricultural inputs and farming practices.

Ø Good communication and interpersonal skills.

Ø Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.

Ø Proficiency in Microsoft Office Applications.

Qualifications and Experience

Ø  Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Purchasing and Supply, Agriculture, Agro business, Business Administration or a related field.

Ø  Minimum of 2 years’ experience in agricultural sales, agribusiness operations, or a related field.

Ø  Supervisory and electronic voucher FISP experience will be an added advantage.

Ø  Good communication and interpersonal skills.

Ø  Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.

Ø  Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office applications.