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Job Summary

Job Title:
Distribution Sales Manager
Employer:
Banana Industrial Research and Development Centre (BIRDC)
Location:
Country:
Uganda
Contract Type:
Full Time
Job Category:
Marketing and Sales Jobs
Number of Positions:
1
Deadline:
Monday, 13 October 2025

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About the Organisation

Distribution Sales Manager job at Banana Industrial Research and Development Centre (BIRDC) | Apply Now

Kampala, Uganda

Banana Industrial Research & Development Centre (BIRDC) is dedicated to advancing the utilization of banana and plantain products, aiming to contribute to sustainable agricultural development and improved livelihoods across Uganda and beyond. Known for its innovative work in transforming banana-based products into valuable industrial and consumer goods, the center has earned recognition as a leader in agricultural research and development.

BIRDC fosters a collaborative and forward-thinking work culture, encouraging creativity, professional growth, and a commitment to sustainable agriculture. The organization offers job opportunities for individuals with a passion for research, agricultural innovation, and product development, supporting a flexible and dynamic work environment. Established to address the challenges faced by banana farmers and processors, BIRDC has grown into a prominent institution with a strong focus on product diversification and agricultural value addition.

Through its innovative business model, BIRDC focuses on turning banana waste into useful industrial products such as biofuels, fertilizers, and paper, creating new economic opportunities while promoting environmental sustainability. With a growing impact, BIRDC has extended its reach through partnerships with local and international organizations, making significant strides in improving the banana industry. The center’s core values include innovation, sustainability, community engagement, and research excellence. BIRDC’s corporate social responsibility initiatives focus on supporting rural communities, promoting sustainable farming practices, and improving food security.

Are you looking for Marketing and Sales jobs in Uganda 2025 today? then you might be interested in Distribution Sales Manager job at Banana Industrial Research and Development Centre (BIRDC)

Full Time

Deadline: 

13 Oct 2025

Job Title

Distribution Sales Manager job at Banana Industrial Research and Development Centre (BIRDC)

Banana Industrial Research and Development Centre (BIRDC)

Job Description

Job Title: Distribution Sales Manager

Organisation: Banana Industrial Research and Development Centre (BIRDC)

Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda

Job Summary:

The sales and distribution manager provides hands-on leadership and direction to a team of distributors and sales agents that are responsible for distributing our products.

Duties, Roles and Responsibilities

Qualifications, Education and Competencies

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Deadline: 13th October 2025

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How to Apply

  • Identify and develop sales into the Direct & Distribution channels

  • Spearheads the preparation and presentation to client of proposals and all client presentations

  • Provide demand forecasting

  • Up-sell other products and secondary placements penetrate new territories and retailers

  • Act as a liaison with labels and artist management to develop and implement national retail marketing plans for physical releases

  • Oversee all co-op advertising

  • Leads and coaches a team of sales representatives to achieve revenue expectations

  • Works within a matrix environment to achieve cross-functional strategic goals

  • Oversee work with team through management, action planning, and field operations.

  • Lead Distribution team to grow the business across

  • Oversee and evaluate performance of sales agents

Distribution Sales Manager job at Banana Industrial Research and Development Centre (BIRDC)

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  • A bachelor Degree in Commerce, (Marketing option)

  • A Masters in Business Administration/Marketing

  • A professional qualification in marketing will be an added advantage.

Work experience

  • At least five (5) years of work experience in sales and distribution.

Skills for Distribution Sales Manager

  • Positive attitude

  • Demonstrate a high level of energy, drive, enthusiasm, initiative, commitments and professionalism.

  • Detailed understanding of industrial distribution

  • General understanding of fluid dynamics and piping specifications

  • Strong relationship building skills

  • Ability to work proficiently on a cross functional team to achieve project goals

  • Excellent time management, communication, Customer services, and interpersonal skills.

  • Proficient in reading and interpreting Customer specifications.

  • Technical aptitude and familiarity with manufacturing

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