Regional Business Manager, Central Jobs – Sun King
Posted by: ugashare-Volunteer
Posted date: 2025-Apr-08
Location: Central, Uganda
Job Title:  Regional Business Manager, Central   Organisation: Sun King Duty Station:  Central, Uganda About the Company: Sun King designs, distributes, and finances the purchase of solar powered home energy solutions for the world’s 1.3 billion under-electrified consumers. We are market leaders in the distributed off-grid solar industry, and our Sun King™ products have enabled 90 million people around the world to access clean, reliable, solar-powered light and energy at home. Sun King products range from portable solar lamps to more robust multi-light solar home systems, to solar-powered televisions and fans and energy-efficient inverter bulbs. Our products drastically improve the quality of life for those that lack reliable electricity access: they help extend the number of productive, income-generating hours in a day; they enable children to study after dark; they allow families and communities to gather safely to socialize after sunset; and when replacing field-based sources of light like kerosene lamps, they reduce exposure to indoor air pollution. Job Summary:   The Regional Business Manager at Sun King is a senior professional for the massive EasyBuy channel who will Foresee sales and distribution operations in the assigned region. This is a leadership position that takes full operational responsibility for all market-side functions of the direct sales business. Key Duties and Responsibilities: - Hire, retain, and motivate the entire regional team for exceptional performance
- The Regional Business Manager’s team typically consists of Area Business Managers, Sun King Executives, Regional Mentors, Customer Experience Executives, and Energy Officers (there may be some variations based on the region). RBMs are expected to build high-performing teams in their regions that are disciplined, process-oriented, and dedicated to delivering the best customer experience.
- Train: Provide training to the ABMs and Energy Officers on various aspects of the business, including sales, collections, product knowledge, technical skills, inventory, and logistics. Ensure they receive full guidance and are managed in the most professional manner, demonstrating the highest levels of integrity, ethics, and professionalism while engaging with Sun King customers.
- Provide role clarity to ABMs, Regional Mentors, Sun King Store Executives, Customer Experience Associates, and Area Retail Coordinators:
- Ensure the regional team has clear direction regarding their daily tasks, sales and collection plans, routes, and targets. This includes making sure the sales team has a predefined sales route/area, is equipped to demonstrate and sell Sun King products, is well-prepared to address and resolve basic customer queries on the spot, and has access to the Regional Business Manager for any questions or concerns.
- Field visits: Have a weekly touchpoint with every ABM and the top 10 Energy Officers in each area—through in-person meetings, joint sales, or calls. Address and resolve any issues faced by the Energy Officers and report them to the Regional Business Manager weekly. Ensure that the first 10 sales of each ABM are completed alongside the Regional Business Manager and some Energy Officers to ensure clarity on the core sales and collection process.
- Conduct joint fieldwork with ABMs: Work alongside a group of Energy Officers to provide hands-on sales and collection training on a weekly basis while enhancing engagement. Activities include night activations, market activations, and community outreach, such as engaging with SACCOs, self-help groups, retail centers, and markets to facilitate group sales.
- Achieve sales and collection targets: Meet or exceed sales and collection targets established and confirmed on the 2nd of every month with the sales team. Provide daily and weekly updates on sales, EO recruitment, customer concerns, resolutions, and new area launch preparations, as outlined with the Manager.
- Implement structured field sales processes: Review sales and collection progress with ABMs daily and provide necessary training to improve collections in designated areas. This includes customer and area profiling, ensuring timely collection follow-ups, addressing customer concerns to facilitate payments, and as a last resort, repossessing systems in case of default.
- Stay externally informed: Monitor market trends in the region and take proactive steps to strengthen and expand Sun King’s presence. Keep the team informed of external factors that could impact business operations and implement strategies to maintain Sun King’s strong brand position in solar products.
- Resolve customer concerns: Ensure excellent service for customers regarding product delivery, payment training, installation, and after-sales assistance. Work with Energy Officers to establish clear expectations and processes to resolve all customer issues within 24 hours.
- Manage marketing and operational expenses effectively: Provide necessary marketing resources and essential equipment (such as smartphones) across all areas. Ensure optimal returns on investment for marketing, supply chain, store maintenance, and technology distribution.
- Conduct regular review meetings: Ensure ABMs conduct periodic meetings and reviews with all Energy Officers under their supervision. Conduct unannounced visits to field meetings and operational areas to verify that sales processes and standards are upheld at the highest level. Recognize outstanding performance and maintain engagement across the regional team.
- Expand retail presence: Work with Area Retail Coordinators to grow the retail network within designated areas. Ensure all retail-related activities are executed per company processes, fostering a strong base of high-performing retailers within the region.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience: Â You might be a strong candidate if you:
- Have a degree in a Business-related field OR equivalent and at least 4 years of hands-on experience in the region, preferably in Renewable energy space, telecommunications, or FMCG
- Are currently residing in an area around Central Uganda
- Have strong capability in guiding and managing teams to achieve high performance while fostering a supportive and motivated work environment.
- Skilled in setting clear performance expectations, tracking progress, and implementing development plans to enhance team effectiveness.
- Possess expertise in hiring, retaining, motivating, coaching, and mentoring teams to drive long-term business success.
- Have proven ability to meet and exceed sales targets with a strategic approach to revenue growth and team management.
- Have a strong understanding of debt collection strategies, credit risk assessment, and repossession processes to maintain financial health.
- Are able to assess market trends and execute strategies to expand market reach and drive sustainable business growth.
- Are proactive, solution-oriented professional who can work with autonomy, apply innovative thinking, and adapt to dynamic business environments.
- Are able to focus on structured operations to ensure efficiency, compliance, and effective regional management.
- Possess excellent relationship-building and team coordination skills to influence stakeholders and effectively manage large teams.
- Have the ability to navigate complex team dynamics, manage diverse perspectives, and maintain composure under pressure.
- Have the ability to prioritize tasks, manage deadlines, and adapt to evolving business needs.
- Able to perform effectively in high-pressure situations, maintaining focus on goals while managing multiple demands.
- Are agile and able to respond swiftly to market and operational changes with informed, practical solutions.
- Possess skills in developing and executing strategic sales plans to drive regional sales performance.
- Able to identify growth opportunities, build partnerships, and expanding market reach.
- Possess proven ability to attract, assess, and integrate new sales agents into the team, ensuring seamless transitions.
- Are able to track sales performance, analyze trends, and forecast future business opportunities to inform strategic decisions.
How to Apply: All candidates should apply online at the link below. Click Here  Deadline: 15th April 2025 For more of the latest jobs, please visit https://www.ugashare.com or find us on our facebook page https://www.facebook.com/Ugashare Job Title:  Education Coordinator  Organisation: PEAS (Promoting Equality in African… Job Title:  Branch Manager   Organisation: Pride Bank Limited (PBL)… Job Title:  Relationship officers — Community Banking – Central, Western,… Job Title:  Chief Finance & Operations Officer Organisation: aBi Development… Job Title:  Relationship Officer – SME   Organisation: Pride Bank… Job Title:  Relationship Officer – Micro   Organisation: Pride Bank…
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