Activation Team Lead/ Van Sales Driver

Our client is a prominent telecommunications provider dedicated to delivering innovative communication solutions and services across the region.

This role focuses on frequent channel visitations to enhance retailer awareness and turnaround for SIMs and float. The successful candidate will also ensure optimal visibility and merchandising standards are maintained at points of purchase for both SSO (Service Sales Outlet) and T-Kash agents.

1. Effectively identify and recruit new Agents, focusing on mobile money outlets and high-traffic retail stores, and accurately map their locations.
2. Regularly visit SSOs and Agents following agreed-upon route plans (beat plans).
3. Provide all necessary business tools for transactions at SSO and agent outlets and train SSOs and T-Kash Agents on operational processes.
4. Conduct AML (Anti-Money Laundering) training for agents and KYC (Know Your Customer) process training for SSOs related to SIM registration.
5. Monitor and enforce the 1.5x stock rule for agents, ensuring SSOs have sufficient SIM stock for new registrations and activations.
6. Develop and maintain high merchandising standards by ensuring merchandising materials are available and properly displayed at SSOs and Agent outlets.

1. A Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field.
2. Proven experience in van sales or a similar sales role.
3. A valid Driver's Licence.
4. At least 1 year of experience in a sales and distribution role within an FMCG or Telco environment.
5. Strong customer focus.
6. Excellent influencing and negotiation skills.
7. Ability to network and build partnerships effectively.
8. Strong analytical thinking skills.