Trade Supervisor

Job Description

Position Overview:

To develop and lead the Trade Channel in UAE. Supervise and control all strategic and business aspect for the Trade Channel , and put a 3 years plan to be the leading healthy dessert in Trade Channel in UAE.

Responsibilities:

Financial

• Achieve the set sales targets for the month/year for Supermarkets channel.
• Identify the Trade opportunities and convert opportunities to sales.
• Create a RTM plan for Supermarkets channel and drive the execution.
• Ensure the best visibility and standards for House of Pops in all the trade execution.
• Ensure all necessary documentations/approvals/feasibility required for trade channel are followed.
• Ensure the standard operating procedures for Trade are followed diligently.
• Ensure payment collections as per the agreed terms.
• Ensure proper cash and stock reconciliation.

Customer

• Create engaging relationship with all the customers and ensure we are the preferred brand.
• Ensure customer satisfaction and maintain the brand image and standards.

Internal Business Process

• Maintain accurate records and deals in HubSpot CRM, ensuring all client interactions are documented for future reference.
• Ensure review every opportunity to ensure profitability for the company.
• Effective planning of the event and ensure all check lists as per SOP are ordered.
• Ensure strict compliance of brand standards

People

• Manage the Distributor and ensure they perform as per requirements.
• Manage the merchandisers.
• Coordinate with all peers and management effectively to ensure smooth functioning of the channel.

Communications & Working Relationships:

• Works closely with the Director of Business Development and Department.
• Communicates professionally with colleagues and Management while keeping a productive working environment.

Experience, Skills and Qualifications

• 5 years + of proven experience in a similar role in F &B majorly focusing on Trade customers.
• Experience in managing Supermarkets channel.
• Should have close interaction experience with the corporate/purchase team of key modern trade customers.
• In-depth knowledge of supermarkets business.
• Proficient in the use of MS Office and CRM.
• Good Interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and people skills.
• UAE Driving license is a must