Area Sales Officer - FMCG First Job

Area Sales Officer - FMCG

  • Industry Other
  • Category Marketing/Sales
  • Location Kathmandu, Nepal
  • Expiry date Jun 21, 2026 (Expired)
Job Description
Job Description

Our Client, Biotech Solutions Pvt. Ltd. is hirning Area Sales Officer. The Area Sales Officer (ASO) – FMCG is responsible for driving retail sales, expanding distribution, and ensuring strong in-market execution across assigned territories. This role focuses on building a robust distributor network, increasing outlet coverage, and maximizing product visibility and offtake in general trade and modern trade channels.

Key Responsibilities

Sales Execution & Target Achievement

  • Achieve monthly and quarterly sales targets (primary & secondary)
  • Drive volume growth and market penetration for FMCG products
  • Ensure consistent sales growth across all assigned territories

Distributor Management

  • Appoint, develop, and manage distributors
  • Monitor distributor ROI, stock levels, and credit cycles
  • Ensure timely billing, stock replenishment, and liquidation

Retail Expansion & Coverage

  • Increase numeric and weighted distribution
  • Expand coverage in general trade (kirana stores, pharmacies, mini marts)
  • Strengthen presence in modern trade outlets and supermarkets

In-Market Execution

  • Ensure availability of all SKUs at retail outlets
  • Maintain strong shelf visibility and product placement
  • Implement POS materials, displays, and branding activities

Team Management

  • Lead and supervise Territory Sales Officers (TSOs) / Sales Representatives
  • Conduct regular market visits and joint field work
  • Set daily, weekly, and monthly sales targets for the team

Promotions & Trade Schemes

  • Execute trade promotions and consumer offers
  • Monitor effectiveness of schemes and in-store activations
  • Coordinate with trade marketing for campaigns

Market Intelligence

  • Track competitor pricing, schemes, and product launches
  • Identify gaps in distribution and new market opportunities
  • Provide actionable insights to management

Reporting & Controls

  • Submit daily/weekly sales reports and market feedback
  • Track sales performance vs targets
  • Ensure discipline in billing, collections, and expenses

Job Specification

  • Bachelor’s degree in business, Marketing, or related field
  • 3–4 years of FMCG sales experience (retail-focused)
  • Proven experience in distributor and territory management

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

  • Secondary sales growth
  • Numeric & weighted distribution
  • Outlet productivity (sales per outlet)
  • SKU-wise availability
  • Visibility compliance (displays, shelf share)
  • Distributor performance & ROI
  • Team productivity

Skills & Competencies

  • Strong understanding of FMCG retail dynamics
  • Excellent negotiation and relationship-building skills
  • Hands-on approach with strong field execution capability
  • Data-driven decision-making and reporting skills
  • Leadership and team motivation abilities

Additional Requirements

  • Willingness to travel extensively within assigned territory
  • Strong local market knowledge
  • Experience in launching new products is a plus
  • Vehicle along with valid license

Skills: sales,fmcg,retail,management,modern trade
This job has been expired on 2026-06-21
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