Job Description
The Sales Officer is responsible for driving sales growth and expanding the market presence of our fish products through the establishment of various sales channels (incl. Community Traders Programme, growth of HORECA and supermarket accounts and expansion into regional and cross-border distribution).
This field-based role involves developing strong relationships with clients and customers, identifying new market opportunities, and collaborating with internal teams to achieve sales goals. We are seeking a solution-oriented individual who can demonstrate proactive leadership, commercial judgement, and independent problem-solving.
Job Industry
Business Development, Sales, Marketing and Retail
Job Salary Currency
TZSJob Salary Fixed
NoKey Deliverables
- Recruit, onboard, and manage community traders
- Develop and grow HORECA, supermarket, regional, and cross-border accounts
- Coordinate closely with the second Sales Officer to align strategy and market coverage
- Manage daily cash collections, credit control, and repayment tracking
- Coordinate delivery schedules and distribution logistics
- Identify and support establishment of a strategic depot location in Kigoma
- Monitor sales performance and adjust recruitment, pricing, or channel strategy as needed
- Represent Tanganyika Blue professionally with traders, distributors, and institutional buyers
Professional Qualifications
| Industry | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Business Development, Sales, Marketing and Retail | Basic understanding of pricing, margins, and credit management Willingness to travel within the region, including potential cross-border engagement Experience in sales, distribution, FMCG, agribusiness, cross-border trade and working with informal traders and structured clients is favourable, but not mandatory A bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and a valid driver’s license and clean driving record are favorable, but not mandatory Skills & Competencies: Excellent communication, negotiation and people skills with the ability to lead sales presentations and close deals. Analytical abilities, with attention to detail Self-driven with the capacity to make well-informed decisions. Proficiency in Swahili and English (spoken & written) is essential |
Application Process
Close Date
21/04/2026