Sales Manager - Commodity Trading Division
Sales / Marketing / Business Development / Merchandising
About the Employer
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.
Send your CV to [email protected] with the subject "Sales Manager – Commodity Trading"
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
