About Us

Safaricom Telecommunications Ethiopia Plc is a company supporting Ethiopia’s digital transformation. As a member of the Vodacom family, we have a wealth of experience connecting over 334 million people globally and over 180 million people in Africa across our network. We look forward to partnering with Ethiopians as we build a new network in Ethiopia.

We are setting the groundwork in readiness for the launch of our services next year and are looking to work with purpose-led teams that put the community at the heart of service.

Safaricom Ethiopia is offering a wide range of careers, whether you’re looking to join our technology, commercial or corporate teams. If you would like a challenge and the promise of a digital future for the people of Ethiopia, we are looking for you. 

We are pleased to announce the following vacancy for Area Sales Manager within Sales and Distribution Function in Ethiopia. In keeping with our current business needs, we are looking for a person who meets the criteria indicated.

Detailed Description 

Reporting to the Regional Sales Manager, the position holder will be responsible for the following key duties:

• Indirect generation of sales revenue through effective management of The Company Business in the assigned area by always ensuring availability of the company’s products and services in the area and effectively aligning Dealer distribution to meet the Retail objectives.
• Grow Sales within the Area by developing innovative ways of increasing/growing airtime sales at the Point of Purchase; Value added services and connections by always ensuring availability of the company products within the area of Accountability

 Job Responsibilities 

• Effective implementation of distribution strategy in the trade to achieve availability and grow sales within the assigned area.
• Ensure achievement of set sales and Usage targets i.e., Monthly, quarterly, semi-annually or annually.
• Prepare, plan and execute Area Sales programs aimed at market penetration, availability of the company products and services at all times.
• Ensure shops are well branded according to The Company standards to create awareness & ensure that stores are well stocked and sell at recommended sales prices.

Job Requirements

• First Degree preferable in Business Studies e.g. Bcom degree - marketing option
• At least 3 Years’ experience in trade execution preferably within FMCG Environment of which 1 Year must be in Sales managerial Position

How to Apply

If you feel that you are up to the challenge and possess the necessary qualification and experience, kindly proceed to update your candidate profile on CLICK HERE