Job Description

Sales Manager – Commodity Trading Division

The Kala Group of Companies (PVT) LTD is building a strong footprint in Sri Lanka’s commodity market, focusing on sugar, pulses, flour, cooking oil & spices. To support our expansion and import strategy, we are seeking a results-driven Senior Sales Manager with industry expertise, experience in similar fields and a strong track record in high-volume sales performance.

Key Responsibilities

  • Drive sales growth in key commodities including sugar, dhal, flour, cooking oil and spices.
  • Develop and implement sales strategies to expand market share across wholesale and corporate segments across the island
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with key customers and bulk buyers
  • Ensure timely collection and recovery of payments from customers
  • Coordinate with logistics, procurement, and finance teams for smooth operations
  • Monitor market trends, pricing movements, and competitor activities in local and global commodity markets, and support import and local purchasing decisions based on market performance and price fluctuations
  • Achieve sales targets while maintaining profitability and healthy cash flow

Requirements

  • Minimum 3–5 years of experience in sales (FMCG / commodity trading preferred)
  • Strong knowledge of sugar, pulses (dhal), flour, cooking oil and spices markets
  • Understanding of import processes, costing, pricing structures will be an advantage
  • Proven ability to handle high-volume sales and corporate clients
  • Excellent negotiation, communication, and relationship management skills
  • Strong analytical skills to evaluate competitor activities and market trends
  • Experience in credit control and customer KYC
  • Degree or professional qualification in Business, Marketing, or related field

What we offer

  • Industry leading salary package with the Travel allowances.
  • Monthly performance-based Commission & Annual bonus.
  • All statutory benefits including EPF & ETF.
  • Comprehensive medical insurance and coverage for employee and family.
  • Additional special incentives and rewards based on performance.

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The KALA Group of Companies (Private) Limited
Block A, Level 02, No:136/20A, George R
De Silva Mw, Colombo 13.
Web: www.kalaholdings.com
Contact: 077-2797934