Abdelaziz Abdulla Abd Elaziz

Field Sales Manager

About

Highly accomplished Field Sales Manager with 14+ years of progressive experience in the FMCG sector, consistently driving revenue growth and market share expansion across diverse Modern and Traditional Trade channels in Kuwait. Proven expertise in P&L management, strategic sales forecasting, and leading high-performing teams to exceed ambitious sales targets and deliver sustainable commercial results.

Work Experience

Field Sales Manager

Agthia (Al Ain Bottled Water)

Sep 2022 - Mar 2024

Kuwait City, Kuwait, KW

Currently spearheading sales operations across diverse trade channels for a leading FMCG brand, driving significant market share growth and exceeding sales targets.

  • Exceeded annual sales targets by 103% through strategic execution and effective sales team coaching, consistently surpassing revenue objectives.
  • Propelled market share growth from 3% to 6.7% within two years by optimizing channel strategies and market penetration.
  • Led, developed, and mentored a 102-member sales team, implementing structured training programs and KPI monitoring to enhance performance and productivity.
  • Developed and managed regional and channel-specific sales forecasts, meticulously aligning quotas with overarching organizational growth targets.
  • Proactively analyzed market shifts and competitor activities, adapting sales plans and execution strategies to maintain competitive advantage and optimize commercial results.

Junior Manager – CO-OPs Channel

IFFCO Kuwait (London Dairy Ice Cream)

Jul 2019 - Aug 2022

Kuwait City, Kuwait, KW

Managed and optimized sales strategies for the CO-OP channel, consistently achieving targets and enhancing profitability for a premium ice cream brand.

  • Designed and executed robust sales strategies for the CO-OP channel, consistently achieving and exceeding annual sales targets.
  • Established territory-specific sales and profit quotas, leveraging sales projections for both new and existing SKUs to drive growth.
  • Orchestrated pricing strategies, promotional campaigns, and contract negotiations, significantly enhancing channel profitability.
  • Recruited, trained, and evaluated the CO-OP sales team, improving team efficiency and overall performance through targeted development.

Sales Supervisor

GTRC (Kraft, Tang, Perfetti Van Melle – DIV2)

Dec 2016 - Jun 2019

Kuwait City, Kuwait, KW

Directed multi-channel sales operations for major FMCG brands, ensuring robust market execution and contributing to sustained profitability.

  • Directed comprehensive sales activities across diverse channels including Wholesale, HoReCa, SSS, Co-op, Impulse, and OOH, ensuring broad market penetration.
  • Executed strategic business plans, managed contractual agreements, and implemented promotional campaigns to uphold merchandising standards.
  • Managed route planning, optimized outlet coverage, and ensured consistent SKU availability to achieve AVA (Availability, Visibility, Accessibility) compliance.
  • Monitored and controlled Days Sales Outstanding (DSO) and collections, conducting in-market execution audits to safeguard and enhance profitability.

Sales Supervisor

PepsiCo (Lay's Division)

Nov 2012 - Nov 2016

Kuwait City, Kuwait, KW

Supervised sales operations for a key division of PepsiCo, optimizing route-to-market strategies and enhancing customer experience.

  • Developed and optimized route plans, effectively assigning and monitoring sales targets across designated territories to maximize coverage and sales.
  • Ensured consistent daily SKU availability and rigorous planogram compliance, enhancing product presence and appeal in retail environments.
  • Significantly improved in-market visibility and elevated customer service standards, contributing to stronger brand presence and customer satisfaction.

Sales Representative

Light Food Co.

Oct 2010 - Oct 2012

Kuwait City, Kuwait, KW

Achieved consistent sales and collection targets while ensuring optimal product presence for a food distribution company.

  • Consistently exceeded monthly sales and collection targets through effective client engagement and strategic account management.
  • Maintained full product availability and prominent visibility across all assigned accounts, maximizing sales opportunities.

Education

Management Information Systems

Al Obour University

Sep 2005 - Jun 2009

Al Obour, Egypt, EG

Languages

Arabic , English

Skills

Sales Management

  • Field Sales
  • Sales Operations
  • Target Achievement
  • Sales Forecasting
  • Route-to-Market Strategy
  • P&L Management
  • Pricing Strategy
  • Contract Negotiation
  • Customer Relationship Management

Channel Management

  • Modern Trade (COOPs, Key Accounts)
  • Traditional Trade
  • HoReCa
  • Wholesale
  • SSS (Self Service Supermarket)
  • Impulse
  • OOH (Out-of-Home)

Team Leadership & Development

  • Team Leadership
  • Sales Team Coaching
  • Structured Training
  • KPI Monitoring
  • Performance Management
  • Recruitment
  • Evaluation

Market & Business Strategy

  • Market Share Expansion
  • Market Trend Analysis
  • Competitor Activity Analysis
  • Strategic Planning
  • Business Plan Implementation
  • Promotional Campaigns

Operational Excellence

  • SKU Availability
  • Planogram Compliance
  • Outlet Coverage
  • AVA Compliance
  • DSO Control (Days Sales Outstanding)
  • Collections Management
  • In-Market Execution Audits