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Direct employerField Based Account Manager - LPG

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Role overview
Vivo Energy Kenya is hiring a Field Based Account Manager for LPG sales in Nairobi. This full-time role suits candidates with experience in sales and marketing, especially in FMCG and distributor management. The position involves managing packed LPG sales through distributors and growing market share in a competitive environment.
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What you will do
- Lead packed LPG sales in the region to meet volume, profitability, and debt targets.
- Develop and implement LPG business plans and strategies aligned with company vision.
- Manage distributor portfolio using defined tools to achieve sales and penetration goals.
- Propose improvements to the LPG Route-to-Market structure to boost sales effectiveness.
- Implement measures to improve metal management, increase cylinder turnover, and reduce losses.
- Manage credit and debt collection in line with company policies and trading terms.
- Provide accurate sales forecasts to support supply and operations planning.
- Support government and industry collaboration to promote LPG standards and regulations.
- Maintain market intelligence on competitors, pricing, and customer activities.
- Implement LPG marketing promotions with support from the marketing team.
- Conduct technical training for distributors, their staff, and customers.
- Ensure compliance with health, safety, security, and environmental requirements including audits.
- Promote brand growth and assist in planning LPG customer events.
- Encourage alternative payment methods for small volume customers and resellers.
- Coordinate with supply chain to ensure smooth product delivery.
- Address technical customer needs and deliver HSSE plan activities including site audits and safety meetings.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree preferably in Business or Marketing.
- At least 5 years of experience in sales and marketing.
- Hands-on experience in FMCG channel or distributor management.
- Skills in selling, negotiation, marketing strategy, and customer relationship management.
- Experience managing a team.
- Good problem solving and communication skills.
- Willingness to work anywhere in Kenya.
How to apply
Apply through the employer's official contact by submitting your application before 14 October 2026. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. The employer does not charge any recruitment fees.