Business Development Executive / Booklist Associate

Centropen Stationers Ltd, established in 2018, has rapidly become a leading stationery supplier in Kenya, catering to both corporate and educational sectors. As a trusted distributor of globally recognized brands like Luxor, Kangaroo, and Accord, the company offers a diverse range of high-quality office and school supplies. Committed to exceptional customer service, Centropen ensures efficient delivery and maintains high stock levels to meet the dynamic needs of its clients. With a focus on reliability, integrity, and customer satisfaction, Centropen Stationers continues to be the preferred choice for stationery solutions across East Africa.

Position Overview:

We are currently seeking dynamic and result-oriented professionals to join our team as Booklist Associates/Business development Executive in the Regions below;

• Nairobi – 3
• Mt Kenya Region – 2
• Kakamega/Bungoma – 1
• Kisumu – 1

Summary of the Position:

The Booklist Associate, will play a pivotal role in contributing towards the achievement of our mission. The job holder will be responsible for promoting and selling educational and stationery materials to schools, booksellers, and other customers through strategic visits. The ultimate aim is to meet sales targets and grow our market share.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Strategically visit schools in the assigned region, showcasing our books and stationery to secure placements on their booklists, thereby ensuring a significant increase in sales
2. Engage with bookshops, actively pursuing orders while fostering strong relationships to enhance repeat business and sustained growth.
3. Plan and implement an effective sales and marketing program within the region, aiming for maximum market penetration and revenue generation.
4. Expand our presence in the non-school market, particularly targeting NGOs, to establish a steady and non-seasonal stream of business.
5. Implement effective debt collection strategies within the region to ensure timely payments and minimize outstanding balances.
6. Cultivate and maintain excellent relationships with various stakeholders, including students, teachers, school managers, booksellers, education officials, and corporates, for customer satisfaction and loyalty.
7. Gather valuable feedback on the reception of our products, keeping schools and booksellers informed about our latest releases.
8. Provide timely and accurate daily reports to the management with a focus on achieving sales

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or Higher Diploma in Education, Sales, or
• Two (2) years’ experience in educational Teaching experience, or experience working with a publisher.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal
• Candidate must be well versed with the region
• Prior experience in schools’ activities and sales in schools and education sector will be an added advantage.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives
• Opportunities for career advancement and professional development
• A dynamic and collaborative work environment

Application Process:

Please send a CV and cover letter expressing your interest and qualifications to recruitment@centropen.co.ke on or before 31st May, 2025. Clearly indicate the subject: Business Development Executive - Booklist Associate and the region based on above vacancy regions.