LPG Territory Manager - C&I at Stratostaff
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- Nairobi
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Achieve and exceed territory sales targets within the C&I segments, in line with the company’s LPG Sales Policy.
- Drive volume growth and margin optimisation for LPG and related commercial solutions across the territory.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for all C&I-related matters within the assigned geographical territory, anticipating client needs and resolving concerns promptly.
- Manage and grow relationships with regional hotel chains, restaurant groups, catering companies, and other commercial and industrial clients.
- Conduct structured business reviews with key accounts to manage profitability and identify expansion opportunities.
- Ensure high levels of customer satisfaction, retention, and contract renewals.
- Develop and manage an indicator portfolio (installers, architects, etc.) for Professional Bulk and Packed C&I markets to build a quality prospect pipeline.
- Prospect, vet, and onboard new bulk and packed C&I accounts within the territory, ensuring compliance with applicable LPG sales policy and all legal and technical constraints.
- Develop strategic partnerships with high-volume and multi-branch establishments.
- Recruit new clients and identify new project opportunities within the assigned territory.
- Oversee Trade Accounts Receivables (TAR) in line with approved credit policies.
- Ensure timely collections and effective credit risk management across all C&I accounts.
- Monitor market trends, competitor activities, pricing structures, and customer consumption patterns within the territory.
- Provide insights and recommendations to enhance competitive positioning and pricing strategies.
- Collaborate with operations and logistics teams to ensure reliable, uninterrupted supply to commercial customers within the territory.
- Analyse consumption data to support accurate forecasting and stock planning.
- Prepare and execute monthly contact plans, providing weekly feedback to the LPG Sales Manager.
- Assess service delivery standards, safety compliance, equipment usage, and brand visibility at client sites.
- Coordinate and facilitate LPG safety, product knowledge, and service excellence training for C&I customers within the territory.
- Ensure adherence to industry standards and safe LPG handling practices
- Provide regular sales performance reports (daily, weekly, and monthly)
- Track targets and Month-to-Date (MTD) performance to ensure delivery of annual objectives.
- Ensure compliance with LN 100 and all applicable LPG and safety regulations across all commercial accounts.
- Promote LPG Safety Best Practices within the C&I customer base.
- Champion the use of genuine LPG within the territory by communicating risks associated with illegal refilling activities.
- Ensure all business activities are conducted in full compliance with the company’s Code of Ethics.
- B2B Sales & Key Account Management
- Commercial Business Development & Pipeline Management
- Negotiation & Strategic Relationship Management
- Credit & Accounts Receivables Management
- Market Intelligence & Competitive Awareness
- LPG Product Knowledge & Technical Aptitude
- HSSE Compliance & Regulatory Knowledge
- Reporting, Forecasting & Performance Tracking
- Strong Business Acumen & Results Orientation
- Integrity, Ethics & Professionalism
- A Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Engineering (preferably Mechanical Engineering), or a related field.
- A minimum of 3–5 years’ experience in sales, commercial business development, or key account management, preferably within the B2B sector.
- Proven experience managing key accounts or corporate accounts is a strong advantage.
- Experience recruiting new clients and identifying new commercial projects.
- Experience working with international or multinational companies is strongly preferred, as this is a senior role.
- Mechanical Engineers with strong commercial acumen are expressly welcome to apply.
- Good at creating and managing a quality prospect pipeline.
- Strong negotiation, strategic planning, and relationship management skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook).
- Candidates must be based in the specified location (Nairobi or Mombasa).
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