MTN Uganda Limited is an equal opportunity employer and is seeking to recruit competent individuals to fill the following Positions.
Job Title: Manager Channel Partner
Reporting to: Senior Manager Regional Operations
Division – Sales & Distribution
No. of Vacancies: 2

Mission/ Core purpose of the Job
Channel Partner Management, implement and ensure a comprehensive execution of MTN Uganda’s New channel sales strategy to meet overall business objectives.
He/she will promote/sell and secure orders from existing and prospective customers through a relationship-based approach and demonstrate product and services to existing/potential customers and assist them in selecting those best suited for their needs

Main Job Functions:
• Provide support in the creation and implementation of Channel/Outlet plans (strategy)
• Implement and drive sales channel plans to grow the number of Sim Selling outlets as an enabler to deliver overall business objective of growth in Gross Adds.
• Provide administrative support on all cross functional issues affecting the business in the region.
• Drive sales revenue and connection in the Territory through optimal network capacity utilization.
• Ensure effective cross functional communication/engagement within the Territory and with other stakeholders outside the region.
• Enhance trade visibility and trade marketing support in the Territory.
• Ensure key stakeholder engagement in the Territory to enhance MTN Corporate credibility
• Supervise and provide leadership to on ground tactical teams/ Direct sales teams
• Plan, implement & manage the execution of channel activations to drive acquisitions within the territory/ market segment.
• Coordinate overall supply chain in the territory/market for all channel partners.
• Plan and organize any other personal sales strategies by maximizing the returns on investment for the territory/market segment
• Manage the implementation and execution of acquisitions/device strategy and overall brand visibility within Territory.
• Build and maintain regular contacts with key channel partners to build stronger relationships.
• Promote and ensure compliance with (MTN policies, processes and procedures, overall objectives of the organization, regulatory & legal)
• Maintain professional working relationship with management, cross functional personnel, as well as industry partners.
• Perform any other function as may be delegated by the Senior Manager Regional Operations

Job Requirements (Education, Experience and Competencies)
Education:
• A Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business Administration, Commerce, or any other related field
Experience:
• 3 years relevant work experience in sales and distribution in a telecom company or service industry
• Structured and organized approach to communicate
• Hands-on approach to work.
• Good knowledge of sales and retail Industry trends, best practice retail.
Training:
• Advanced Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Access and Power point skills
• Strong Analytic skills
• Excellent sales and negotiation skills
• Ability to multitask and prioritize daily workload.
• Exemplary Planning and Time Management skills
• Possess a valid driver’s license with driving experience of more than two years.

Knowledge:
• Sales & retail industry trends
• Sales & Distribution Market dynamics
• Strong Business acumen
• Extensive knowledge of the Telecom industry
• Understanding the regulatory environment specifically on both consumer & retail agent on boarding
• Business process optimisation
• Must be a team player and self-motivated.
• High levels of computer literacy
• Excellent communication & interpersonal skills
• Possess a strong sense of urgency and action
• Ability to work under minimum supervision
MTN Uganda Limited has the obligation to safeguard its employees through providing a working environment that is safe and without risk to the health of its employees. MTN has a Vaccination policy for all its employees to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 in order to work from its offices and premises.