Country Head (PNG) Full-time Job

CJ Patel (Pacific) Pte Limited (CJPP) is the commercial arm of the CJ Patel Group and one of Fiji’s       largest   distributors of locally manufactured and renowned international brands within Fiji and most of the Pacific. The Company has extensive distribution network with major supermarkets, food service industries and down-the-line (DTL) retailers with its main warehouse in Wailekutu, Lami and supported by branch operations in Lautoka and Labasa and significant exports to other regional markets such as New Zealand, East Timor, Vanuatu, Kiribati, Tonga, Samoa and Papua New Guinea.

WE ARE LOOKING FOR COUNTRY HEAD (PNG) 

 Key accountabilities and responsibilities:

The successful incumbent will be based in Papua New Guinea and will be accountable for the leadership, management, and control of all activities within PNG Business Entity in accordance with the strategic direction the Group.

• Manage supply chain and distribution across the country and support product sales, growth and continuous cost & quality improvements in the business within a set budget, across geographical multisite.
• Oversee new sales lead development, improving distribution methods, and exploring new business opportunities, as well as execution of marketing activities through the sales managers and executives.
• Review and align sales territories, quotas, and goals to improve service delivery and sales revenue.
• Ensure regular market visits, meeting with key clients and assisting sales team with maintaining relationships and negotiating and closing deals.
• Communicate operational/business performance results, activities, etc. to Executive Management and provide recommendations and plans for ongoing improvement.
• Accountable for understanding business manpower needs, ensuring each person is performing all requirements of the job and providing adequate training and development and succession as necessary.

Experience and Attributes:

• Relevant Tertiary qualification with at least 10 years’ managerial experience in a similar role with strong sales & distribution experience and knowledge in the FMCG sector
• Working knowledge and experience in South pacific exports market is desirable.
• Ability to understand market and business intelligence to make informed choices about business development.
• Possess broad commercial and business acumen and a strategic thinker.
• Strong leadership, people management, decision making, analytical problem solving, forecasting, budgeting, negotiating and communication skills.

Remuneration

An attractive remuneration package including performance-based incentives and other fringe benefits will be offered to the incumbent based on calibre and experience.

How to apply: 

Interested candidates who meet the above criteria are encouraged to send their cover letter with detailed resume to Email: careers@cjpatel.com.fj with the Subject “Country Head - PNG”.  Applications close on 21st April 2024.

CJ Patel (Pacific) Limited (CJPP) is the commercial arm of the Group responsible for sales, marketing, warehousing, logistics & supply chain and credit control. CJPP represents many iconic local and international brands in Fiji and the Pacific. The Company has its main warehouse in Wailekutu, Lami supported by branch operations in Lautoka and Labasa ensuring comprehensive National Coverage and extensive distribution network with major supermarkets, food service industries and down-the-line (DTL) retailers.