Head - Distribution - FMCG/Retail/Telecom

Job Description:

- Formulate and implement the circle distribution strategy, in consultation with the Sales Head

- Attain market leadership through growth in terms of gross numbers, revenues, market share and profit, while complying with agreed budget, quality of additions and corporate policy guidelines

- Achieve Gross and Net Acquisition target in the circle for the distribution channel

- Initiate distribution expansion to improve reach, coverage and expand geographical footprint

- Provide feedback on competitive moves to protect base and increase share of subscribers and revenue

- Provide inputs to the overall circle sales strategy to drive profitability of the distribution channel

- Set targets for the Distribution channels

- Deliver sales target for all products (voice-prepaid / postpaid, data, VAS, handsets etc.) by ongoing monitoring and reviews of the Distribution channel

- Develop channel expansion strategy by evaluating distribution coverage and penetration

- Plan new product launch in the distribution channel with the circle Sales and Marketing Heads

- Achieve circle revenue target for the distribution channel for all products

- Develop partnership models across zones and branches

- Achieve distribution network expansion targets by appointing and monitoring partners in new and existing areas

- Provide inputs to the Sales Head in deciding incentive plans for channel partners

- Identification of development areas, and recommending training programs / interventions for the distribution manpower

- Best practice sharing - within the circle and other circles

- Achievement of key targets for the Distribution channel (Revenue, cost savings, market share)

- Achievement of targeted gross and net acquisitions

- Achievement of expansion targets through greater penetration and geographical expansion

- Ensuring smooth operations across all channel partners in the circle

- Resolving supply chain issues

- Resolving channel specific issues in zone within specific timelines

- Ensure employee satisfaction thereby reducing attrition

- Relationship management with key channel partners

Key skill & Experience:

- 5 -7 years of S&M experience in FMCG/retail industry

- Multi-national, multi-geography team leadership experience to bring in best practices

- Experience with distribution planning and channel implementation

Desired Competencies/ Skills:

- Ability to lead a distribution channel, with large number of channel partners of varying sizes and complexity

- Ability to manage in dynamic, high-growth, high-uncertainty environments

- Influencing skills, effective relationship management skills and proven ability to function within a matrix-organisation

- Independent thought leadership and drive to execute

Educational Qualifications:

- University Degree in Business/MBA calibre or equivalent qualification