Area Manager

Area Manager – Lankem Ceylon PLC

Job Overview

Lankem Ceylon PLC is seeking a proactive, result-oriented, and energetic professional to join its Agro Division as an Area Manager. The successful candidate will be responsible for driving sales performance, achieving annual budgets, managing sales teams, strengthening market presence, and developing strong relationships with customers and other stakeholders.

Position Details

Job Title: Area Manager – Agro Division
Company: Lankem Ceylon PLC
Industry: Agriculture / Agro Inputs / Sales & Marketing
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Location: Colombo, Sri Lanka
Division: Agro Division

Company Overview

Lankem Ceylon PLC is a diversified Sri Lankan conglomerate with business interests spanning agriculture, consumer products, chemicals, paints, pest control, leisure, and packaging. The company has a long-standing presence in Sri Lanka and focuses on delivering innovative and sustainable products and services across its business sectors.

Qualifications & Experience

• A Degree or Diploma in Agriculture from a recognized university or institution.
• A qualification in Sales and Marketing will be an added advantage.
• Experience in a similar capacity within the Agro sector will be a definite advantage.
• Previous experience in sales, marketing, business development, or agrochemical/agricultural product sales is preferred.
• Strong IT skills and excellent presentation skills.
• Willingness to travel as required for the position.
• Ability to work effectively as a team player with a pleasing personality and a positive, can-do attitude.
• Candidates with relevant managerial experience in the Agro sector are encouraged to apply.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute competitive sales strategies to achieve company budgets and sales targets.
• Drive the sales performance of the Agro product portfolio within the assigned area.
• Motivate, guide, and develop sales staff to achieve budgeted revenues within predefined timelines.
• Ensure strict adherence to company pricing and credit policies.
• Monitor and ensure timely collection of outstanding dues from designated customers.
• Work closely with Marketing and Research & Development teams to develop effective sales strategies and increase market share across product lines.
• Monitor market trends, competitor activities, and industry developments.
• Report significant market developments to the Head of Sales and recommend appropriate proactive or reactive actions.
• Build and maintain strong professional relationships with customers, dealers, government officials, and other relevant stakeholders.
• Prepare and submit sales reports, management information, and other required reports to Senior Management.
• Identify new business opportunities and support the continued growth of the Agro product portfolio.

Required Skills

• Sales and Marketing Management
• Agro Sector Knowledge
• Business Development
• Team Leadership and Staff Motivation
• Market Analysis
• Customer Relationship Management
• Negotiation and Communication Skills
• Presentation Skills
• Report Preparation and Management Information
• Strong IT Skills
• Strategic Sales Planning
• Ability to Work Under Targets
• Willingness to Travel
• Problem-Solving and Decision-Making
• Strong Interpersonal and Stakeholder Management Skills

Salary & Benefits

• Competitive remuneration package.
• Performance-driven rewards and benefits.
• Opportunity to build a rewarding career within a leading diversified Sri Lankan conglomerate.
• Professional exposure within the Agro and Sales & Marketing sectors.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit their updated CV to vacancies.hr@lankem.lk within 7 days of the advertisement.

Email: vacancies.hr@lankem.lk

Postal Address:
Human Resources Division
Lankem Ceylon PLC
No. 98, Sri Sangaraja Mawatha
Colombo 10, Sri Lanka

Application Method: Apply using the application button provided with this job post.

Important Notes

• The position is attached to the Agro Division of Lankem Ceylon PLC.
• Experience in a similar role within the Agro sector will be considered a definite advantage.
• The role requires the ability and willingness to travel.
• The successful candidate is expected to demonstrate strong leadership, sales, communication, and stakeholder management capabilities.
• Candidates should ensure that their CV clearly highlights relevant qualifications and professional experience.
• Application deadline: Within 7 days of the job advertisement.
• Job Category: Management, Sales & Marketing, Private Jobs