Role Profile
The successful Assistant Field Sales Manager (AFSM) will support the Field Sales Manager in achieving
area sales targets by assisting with recruiting, training, supervising and
motivating a strong team of commission-based sales agents. The AFSM plays a key
role in ensuring Field Agents are equipped, supported and performing
effectively to drive sales growth.
What You Will Do
- Support the Field Sales Manager in
achieving sales targets within the assigned area.
- Assist in recruiting, onboarding and
training new Field Agents.
- Accompany Field Agents during field
activities, providing coaching, support and performance feedback.
- Work closely with the Field Sales Manager
to monitor market dynamics, including customer behaviour, product demand
and competitor activities and provide timely feedback to management.
- Identify new sales opportunities and
contribute to lead generation strategies.
- Collaborate with the sales team to
develop and implement local sales initiatives.
Qualifications
- Minimum of 2 years experience in sales or
micro-finance, preferably in rural areas.
- Experience in supporting or managing
sales teams is an added advantage.
- Strong leadership abilities and
interpersonal skills.
- Ability to plan, strategize and act to
achieve set outcomes.
- Minimum education qualification of a
diploma in a relevant field is an added advantage.
How to Apply
