Account Manager - Distributive Trade

ABOUT UNILEVER

With 3.4 billion people in over 190 countries using our products every day, Unilever is a business that makes a real impact on the world. Work on brands that are loved and improve the lives of our consumers and the communities around us. We are driven by our purpose: to make sustainable living commonplace, and it is our belief that doing business the right way drives superior performance. At the heart of what we do is our people – we believe that when our people work with purpose, we will create a better business and a better world.

At Unilever, your career will be a unique journey, grounded in our inclusive, collaborative, and flexible working environment. We don’t believe in the ‘one size fits all’ approach and instead we will equip you with the tools you need to shape your own future.

JOB PURPOSE

Unilever is the place where you can bring your purpose to life with the work that you do – creating a better business and a better world.  If you are passionate to work in the frontline sales team of Unilever Sri Lanka while being responsible to ensure that all agreed work standards in terms of sales, distribution, display & merchandising are achieved in each Point of Purchase (POP) sales route of the assigned territory then this role is just for you! You’ll be part of a team that believes in doing work that matters — for people and the planet.

Because here, we don’t just hire for jobs. We invite you to be part of something bigger.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Deliver annual & monthly company targets in terms of volume & revenue. 

• Develop sales by improving services of business partners and capability of sales force. 

• Carry out all company business development activities in the assigned territory. 

• Establish a strong stakeholder relationship with traders and key stakeholders in the territory. 

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Be a graduate or possess a relevant equivalent professional qualification.

• Can communicate effectively in Tamil.

• Having 2-3 years' experience in sales in a similar capacity (preferably FMCG) will be an added advantage.

• Be self-confident and assertive with good inter-personal and relationship management skills.

• Possess a valid driving license and be willing to work in outstation areas.

Unilever is an organisation committed to equity, inclusion and diversity to drive our business results and create a better future, every day, for our diverse employees, global consumers, partners, and communities. We believe a diverse workforce allows us to match our growth ambitions and drive inclusion across the business. At Unilever we are interested in every individual bringing their ‘Whole Self’ to work and this includes you! Thus if you require any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of your application so that we can support you through your recruitment journey.