Sales Assistant

Malawi Milk Producers Association (MMPA)

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Handle day-to-day sales and ensure receipts are issued.
• Prepare accurate and timely weekly and monthly sales reports.
• Prepare weekly sales reports for presentation during planning meetings.
• Record sales in a specific receipt book every week.
• Reconcile bank deposits at the end of every week.
• Ensure that all supporting documentation is properly filed.
• Ensure salving is done on a daily basis and avoid keeping cash in the office or taking it home.
• Ensure that all field expenditure is supported by management-approved documentation.
• Keep debtor stocks and follow up on all overdue accounts.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

Certificate in Sales and Marketing.

Diploma will be added advantage.

EXPERIENCE

• A minimum of three years experience in Sales and financial management.
• Familiarity with specialized accounting practices, budget monitoring, reporting requirements and procedures.
• Practical knowledge in managing Funds.

SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Proficiency in clearly communicating finance and accounting information.
• Accuracy in maintaining recordal records and ensuring financial reports.
• Demonstrated leadership qualities and ability to succeed in time management.
• High level of focus, attention to detail, and accuracy.
• Proven track record of trustworthiness, reliability, and adherence to rules and systems.
• Computer skills, including spreadsheets, databases, and email systems.
• Ability to work under pressure and follow procedures.

• Handle day-to-day sales and ensure receipts are issued.
• Prepare accurate and timely weekly and monthly sales reports.
• Prepare weekly sales reports for presentation during planning meetings.
• Record sales in a specific receipt book every week.
• Reconcile bank deposits at the end of every week.
• Ensure that all supporting documentation is properly filed.
• Ensure salving is done on a daily basis and avoid keeping cash in the office or taking it home.
• Ensure that all field expenditure is supported by management-approved documentation.
• Keep debtor stocks and follow up on all overdue accounts.

• Proficiency in clearly communicating finance and accounting information.
• Accuracy in maintaining recordal records and ensuring financial reports.
• Demonstrated leadership qualities and ability to succeed in time management.
• High level of focus, attention to detail, and accuracy.
• Proven track record of trustworthiness, reliability, and adherence to rules and systems.
• Computer skills, including spreadsheets, databases, and email systems.
• Ability to work under pressure and follow procedures.

• Certificate in Sales and Marketing.
• Diploma will be added advantage.
• A minimum of three years experience in Sales and financial management.
• Familiarity with specialized accounting practices, budget monitoring, reporting requirements and procedures.
• Practical knowledge in managing Funds.