Akij Bakers Ltd.
Manager / Deputy Manager (Modern Trade) — Lead Modern Trade Sales for a Growing Bakery Brand
Dhaka
Deadline: 2025-12-20
1 Positions
Job Overview
Company: Akij Bakers Ltd.
Location: Dhaka
Type: FullTime
Salary: Negotiable
Posted: 2025-12-02
Experience: 12 Years
Education Requirements
MBA in Marketing from a reputed university
Job Responsibilities
- Lead corporate sales team members to achieve SKU wise sales targets and maintaining sales growth
- Interact with the sales team to develop sales plans and strategies
- Provide necessary guidelines to the distribution department for smooth delivery
- Liaise with production, distribution, Brand, Accounts & other associated departments for smooth operation
- Understanding the client requirements and then customizing the products as per their needs
- Monitor corporate client’s credit and inform respective clients accordingly
- Coordinate with the sales team to plan on promotional activities and special events
- Forecasting annual, quarterly and monthly sales goals
- Maintain relationships with all potential and existing clients.
Required Skills
- Corporate sales & account management (modern trade)
- Sales planning, forecasting and analytical skills (MS Excel)
- Team leadership and coaching
- Negotiation and presentation skills
- Cross-functional coordination (production, distribution, brand, accounts)
- Customer relationship management
- Credit monitoring and corporate billing awareness
Benefits & Compensation
- Mobile bill reimbursement
- Provident fund
- Gratuity
- Salary review: Yearly
- Festival Bonus: 2
- LFA
Job Description
About the job and the company: Akij Bakers Ltd. is hiring an experienced Manager / Deputy Manager (Modern Trade) to lead modern trade corporate sales and account management. This job circular is for an ambitious sales leader who will grow SKU-wise sales, drive strategic promotional activities, and coordinate across production, distribution, brand and accounts teams. This job post is based in Dhaka, Bangladesh. Candidates who wish to apply should read the circular carefully and prepare to apply online through the indicated portal.Why join this company? Akij Bakers Ltd. is a prominent bakery company in Bangladesh producing biscuits, breads, cakes and snacks under well-known brands. The company emphasizes quality-first practices, ethical operations and employee development. This job is an opportunity to join a growing business that values integrity, innovation and measurable sales growth.Key responsibilitiesLead corporate sales team members to achieve SKU-wise sales targets and maintain sales growth.Interact with the sales team to develop sales plans and strategies for modern trade channels.Provide necessary guidelines to the distribution department for smooth delivery and logistics coordination.Liaise with production, distribution, brand, accounts and other associated departments for smooth operation.Understand client requirements and customize products or offerings to match their needs.Monitor corporate client credit and communicate with clients and internal teams regarding credit status.Coordinate with the sales team to plan promotional activities, trade marketing and special events.Forecast annual, quarterly and monthly sales goals and prepare actionable plans to achieve them.Maintain and develop relationships with potential and existing corporate clients.Required experience and educationMBA in Marketing from a reputed university (required).12+ years of relevant experience (the job specifies 12 to 14 years), ideally with experience in group companies, packaged food, and bakery (cake, biscuit, bread) sectors.Skills and competenciesThe position requires a combination of strategic sales leadership, operational coordination and relationship management. Suggested and expected skills include:Strong corporate sales and account management experience for modern trade channels.Sales planning, forecasting and analytical skills (proficient in MS Excel, sales analytics).Team leadership, coaching and performance management.Excellent negotiation and presentation skills.Cross-functional collaboration — ability to work with production, distribution, marketing and finance teams.Customer-centric mindset and ability to customize solutions for key accounts.Knowledge of credit monitoring and corporate billing processes.Benefits and compensationSalary: Negotiable (as listed).Benefits include mobile bill reimbursement, provident fund, gratuity.Annual salary review (yearly).Festival bonuses (2 per year) and other allowances (LFA as listed).Location and employment typeThis job is located in Dhaka, Bangladesh. Employment type: Full Time.How to apply & selection processOnline apply is enabled for this job. Applicants should prepare an updated CV and cover letter that highlights modern trade achievements, key accounts managed, and measurable sales results. When you apply, include evidence of your experience in packaged foods or bakery sectors if available. The company will shortlist candidates based on profile fit and experience, followed by interviews and reference checks. This job circular encourages early applications as the closing date is fixed.Important datesPosted on: 2025-12-02.Application deadline (valid through): 2025-12-20.Note: This job circular contains information provided by the employer. Candidates are advised to verify any additional details directly with the hiring organization and to apply before the given deadline.Keywords for search & SEO: job, company, circular, bangladesh, apply. Use these terms when searching for similar roles in Bangladesh or when you prepare your application to improve match with the employer's requirements.