Modern Trade Supervisor / Team Leader Job Grounded
- Kenya
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Oversee Tier 1 modern trade accounts – like Carrefour, Chandarana, Naivas,
- QuickMart, etc. ensuring listings are maintained and new opportunities are secured.
- Work with buyers and store managers to secure premium shelf placement, secondary displays, and promotional space.
- Plan and execute in-store promotions, launches, and seasonal campaigns in collaboration with the marketing team.
- Track and report on sales performance by generating and sharing
- comprehensive reports on team objectives, deadlines, and performance,
- while providing actionable insights to improve sell-through.
- Lead, coach, and manage a team of merchandizers to ensure perfect execution in-store.
- Conduct regular store visits to check planogram compliance, stock levels,and display standards.
- Train merchandizers on product knowledge, customer engagement, and Grounded SOPs.
- Manage team schedules, performance reviews, and continuous improvement plans.
- Act as the first point of contact to resolve any stock, invoicing, or delivery issues with modern trade partners.
- Coordinate with logistics and production teams to ensure timely and accurate deliveries.
- Ensure merchandising tools, POS materials, and promotional items are available and deployed effectively.
- Monitor competitor activity, pricing, and promotional strategies; report and recommend counteractions.
- 3-5 years in FMCG retail sales, with strong exposure to Tier 1 modern trade.
- Proven experience managing merchandizing teams.
- Strong negotiation and relationship-building skills with buyers and store managers.
- Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills; ability to unblock issues quickly.
- Data-driven mindset - comfortable working with sales reports and KPIs.
- A valid driver’s license and being okay with traveling between locations
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