• Open new markets (Countries) within the African region and develop leads into business
• Follow new business opportunities in African Region markets along with management of existing customers
• Write proposals and business plans for securing business opportunities
• Generate sales for the company according to selected target areas and budget
• Foster and develop relationships with customers/clients to understand their needs and be able to respond effectively with a plan of how to meet these
• Think strategically – seeing the bigger picture and setting aims and objectives to develop and improve the business
• Responsible for the turnover and profitability of the markets
• Develop and maintain strong and long lasting relationships with customers
• Ensure successful and timely delivery of products/services to customers according to their specifications
• Identify opportunities within assigned territories and incorporate into the growth and development of the company
• Manage complaints and conflicts with clients effectively and listen to clients to gain an understanding of their needs

Qualification

• A relevant Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or a related field
• Proven experience in Sales and Business Development within the Paint or Construction industries, specifically in the Middle East and African markets
• Willingness and flexibility to travel extensively across assigned territories to identify and develop new business opportunities
• Self-motivated, proactive, and strong problem-solving skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills, cultural sensitivity, social competence.
• Ability for planning, development and execution of sales & marketing strategies/business plans.
• Strong entrepreneurial spirit.

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Summit Recruitment and Search Africa is a leading Recruitment and Executive Search agency headquartered in Kenya providing outstanding talent to a wide range of companies and NGOs in various business sectors across Africa.

We endeavour to make contact with all of our applicants, but unfortunately, high volumes of applications make this unrealistic. If you do not hear from us within two weeks your application has not been successful on this occasion. This does not mean you will not be considered for future roles so please keep an eye on our job board and apply for positions that match your skills and experience.

Summit Recruitment and search Africa upholds a steadfast commitment to sustainability, inclusivity, and equality as integral pillars of our operations. Dedicated to driving positive change through the adoption of sustainable practices that minimize our ecological footprint. We firmly believe in fostering an inclusive and diverse workforce that embraces individuals from all races, genders, and backgrounds, ensuring equal opportunities for every candidate. Summit recruitment actively advocate for equality by cultivating an environment of respect, fairness, and non-discrimination. By prioritizing sustainability, inclusivity, and equality, we aim to set a high industry standard and contribute to the betterment of society as a whole.

*** Summit Recruitment & Search, as a policy, does not charge any fee as a pre-employment or post-employment requirement***

Salary: Monthly Gross Salary: Competitive package depending on experience and qualifications.
Location: Nairobi , Kenya
Career Level: Management
Job Type: Full-Time
Deadline for applications: 09/07/2025