Overview

Givaudan is the global leader in the creation of flavours and fragrances. In close collaboration with food, beverage, consumer product and fragrance partners, Givaudan develops tastes and scents that delight consumers the world over. With a passion to understand consumers’ preferences and a relentless drive to innovate, Givaudan is at the forefront of creating flavours and fragrances that ‘engage your senses’.

Job Position: Sales Support Executive
Location: Nigeria

Job Summary

As a Junior Account Manager in Lagos, you will grow designated main accounts by increasing revenue and profitability, sustaining customer relationships, monitoring market activity, and ensuring compliant delivery from scale-up to production while meeting Measurements and resolving issues.

You will report to the Country Manager.

Job Responsibilities

  1. Under guidance, grow the Givaudan business with designated accounts by managing the top and bottom lines
  2. Manage customer relationships within the portfolio of accounts
  3. Monitor customer and competitor activity and maintain customer information
  4. Track Account Plans for important accounts
  5. Develop and deliver internal and customer presentations
  6. Identify/create opportunities for Givaudan to participate in targeted briefs
  7. Identify customer requirements and follow up on customer submissions
  8. Transition customer projects and new wins from scale-up to production
  9. Follow Measurements versus targets (Sales, Gross Profit, win rate…) and take corrective actions if necessary
  10. Negotiate pricing agreements within guidelines
  11. Manage credit, pricing, rebates and budget for main accounts
  12. Manage and resolve customer complaints and ensure prompt resolution
  13. Comply with all appropriate Givaudan and statutory EHS and regulatory guidelines

Requirements

  1. University degree (or equivalent)
  2. 4-7 years of overall experience
  3. 1+ years’ functional/technical experience in the industry
  4. Verbal and written command of English
  5. Competence in developing and delivering compelling presentations
  6. Passion for the Fragrance Industry
  7. Develop relationships with customers, decision-makers and influencers.

Benefits 

  1. Excellent opportunities for progressive learning and development
  2. A creative team environment that will inspire you
  3. Medical aid
  4. Pension contribution
  5. Attractive compensation package

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Tagged as: Business Development, Sales