Large-Sheet Glass Business Supervisor (Cameroon)

About the role

This role oversees the large-sheet glass business in Cameroon and neighbouring regions. It covers sales planning, B2B customer development, market analysis, team supervision and coordination with warehousing and logistics to meet delivery deadlines. The position is based in Douala and requires business travel across the country.

Key responsibilities

• Oversee all activities relating to large-sheet glass in Cameroon and neighbouring regions, draw up sales plans and meet targets for sales, gross margin and debt recovery.
• Develop the B2B customer base (construction sites, building materials wholesalers, etc.), retain key customers, negotiate, quote, monitor contracts and coordinate delivery and after-sales service.
• Gather information on local building-materials and large-format glass markets and competitors, produce market analyses and recommend product, pricing and promotion improvements.
• Manage the day-to-day team, allocate tasks, supervise local sales staff and handle risks around orders, quality complaints and payment collection.
• Work with warehousing and logistics to monitor stock preparation, incoming deliveries, storage and distribution so delivery deadlines are met.

Required profile

• Two-year post-secondary qualification or higher, with at least five years' experience in sales management for building materials or large glass sheets; African building-materials experience is an advantage.
• Ability to prospect clients, negotiate, manage orders and collections, and to manage client relations independently.
• Basic command of English, as most clients are chieftains in Bamenda.
• Team management skills, strong sense of purpose, ability to work under pressure, willingness to live in Douala and travel across Cameroon.
• Integrity, risk awareness, understanding of international trade and alignment with company values.