Various Positions

VARIOUS VACANCIES

RECRUITMENT ON BEHALF OF OUR CLIENT-

LOCATION: BLANTYRE

Workforce Recruitment Services (WRS), on behalf of its client, a growing and dynamic company operating in the Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) sector, is inviting applications from suitably qualified, motivated and results-driven professionals to join its team. The company is focused on delivering quality products and services to its customers while continuously expanding its market presence, strengthening distribution networks, improving operational efficiency and building a high-performing workforce. The client is therefore seeking talented individuals who are innovative, proactive, customer-focused and committed to achieving measurable results in a fast-paced business environment.

VACANCY 1: ENGINEER

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Support production, manufacturing and operational processes to achieve efficiency and productivity targets.
• Monitor production performance and identify opportunities for process improvement.
• Assist in troubleshooting operational and equipment-related challenges.
• Support preventive maintenance and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Analyze operational data and prepare performance reports.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality and operational standards.
• Work closely with production, maintenance and quality teams.
• Utilize and interact with Human-Machine Interface (HMI) systems in production and operational processes.

Qualifications & Experience

• Diploma in Mechatronics, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or a related discipline, and/or a Degree in Engineering from a recognized institution.
• Fresh graduates are encouraged to apply.
• Industrial attachment or internship experience in manufacturing/FMCG will be an added advantage.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.

Key Attributes

The ideal candidate must be results-driven, innovative, proactive, analytical, adaptable and eager to learn, with the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

VACANCY 2: ACCOUNT DEVELOPER

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Identify and develop new business opportunities and customer accounts.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with distributors, wholesalers, retailers, supermarkets, institutions, hotels, restaurants and corporate customers.
• Drive customer acquisition and account growth within assigned territories.
• Develop and implement strategies to increase sales volumes and market penetration.
• Support route-to-market, distribution and merchandising activities.
• Conduct regular market visits, customer mapping and competitor analysis.
• Gather market intelligence and identify emerging business opportunities.
• Prepare sales reports, forecasts and customer development plans.
• Monitor sales performance against agreed targets and take appropriate action to drive growth.
• Negotiate with customers and business partners to secure and grow accounts.
• Build strong and sustainable customer relationships.
• Travel within assigned territories and spend significant time in the field.

Qualifications & Experience

• Diploma in Sales and Marketing, Business Administration, Commerce or a related field. A Bachelor’s Degree will be an added advantage.
• Minimum 2–3 years of experience in sales, business development or account management, preferably in FMCG, beverages, bottled water or a related industry.
• Proven ability to identify new customers, develop sales opportunities and grow existing accounts.
• Strong understanding of route-to-market, customer acquisition, merchandising and distribution.
• Experience managing relationships with distributors, wholesalers, retailers, supermarkets, institutions, hotels, restaurants and corporate customers.
• Demonstrated ability to achieve sales targets, increase market penetration and develop new business accounts.
• Good negotiation, communication, presentation and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to conduct market visits, competitor analysis, customer mapping and market intelligence gathering.
• Self-motivated, target-oriented, disciplined and able to work with minimum supervision.
• Good numerical and reporting skills, with the ability to prepare sales reports, forecasts and customer development plans.
• Must be willing to travel within assigned territories and spend significant time in the field.
• A valid driving license and ability to ride/drive as required will be an added advantage.

Key Attributes

The ideal candidate should be results-driven, commercially focused, customer-oriented, proactive, persuasive and passionate about business development, with the ability to build the brand, expand distribution, acquire new accounts and consistently deliver sales growth.

VACANCY 3: SALES REPRESENTATIVE

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Identify and develop new customers and sales opportunities.
• Increase sales volumes and expand the company’s market presence.
• Maintain strong and professional relationships with existing and prospective customers.
• Develop and manage customer accounts within assigned territories.
• Drive route-to-market sales and distribution across retail and wholesale channels.
• Conduct regular market visits and gather relevant market intelligence.
• Develop relationships with distributors, shops, supermarkets, institutions, hotels, restaurants and other potential customers.
• Monitor competitors, market trends and customer needs.
• Achieve agreed sales targets and deliver measurable sales results.
• Prepare regular sales reports and maintain accurate customer records.
• Provide excellent customer service and address customer queries professionally.
• Travel within assigned territories and conduct regular field activities.

Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum Diploma in Sales and Marketing, Business Administration, Business Management or a related field.
• At least 2 years of experience in sales, preferably in FMCG, bottled water, beverages or a related industry.
• Proven ability to identify and develop new customers and sales opportunities.
• Strong knowledge of route-to-market sales, distribution, retail and wholesale channels.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, persuasion and customer-service skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work with sales targets and deliver measurable results.
• Good knowledge of the local market and ability to develop relationships with distributors, shops, supermarkets, institutions, hotels, restaurants and other potential customers.
• Self-motivated, energetic, disciplined and able to work independently with minimum supervision.
• Good reporting, record-keeping and basic computer skills.
• Ability to travel within assigned territories and conduct regular market visits.
• A valid driving license is an added advantage.

Key Attributes

The ideal candidate should be results-oriented, trustworthy, presentable, hardworking, customer-focused, energetic and passionate about achieving sustainable sales growth.

VACANCY 4: HR OFFICER

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Support recruitment and selection activities.
• Assist with employee onboarding and orientation.
• Maintain accurate, up-to-date and confidential employee records.
• Support attendance, leave and general HR administration processes.
• Assist with employee engagement, training and performance management initiatives.
• Prepare HR reports and workforce information.
• Provide professional HR support to employees and management.
• Assist in the implementation of HR policies, procedures and initiatives.
• Support employee relations and ensure HR matters are handled professionally and confidentially.
• Assist with maintaining compliance with applicable employment policies and procedures.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources Management, Business Administration (HR) or a related discipline from a recognized institution.
• Fresh graduates are encouraged to apply.
• HR internship or industrial attachment will be an added advantage.
• Strong communication, interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.

Key Attributes

The ideal candidate must be results-driven, proactive, discreet, people-oriented, organized, adaptable and passionate about Human Resources, with the ability to maintain confidentiality and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

APPLICATIONS

Interested and suitably qualified candidates should send their application letter and detailed, updated CV to:

applications2.workforce@gmail.com

Please use “THE NAME OF POSITION APPLYING FOR” as the email subject.

Closing Date: 30th September, 2026

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.