Sales Representatives ( Multiple Locations) – Lapaire

At Lapaire, we believe that everyone has the right to see well.

To improve the sight of all, we have developed a simple concept: we offer free eye tests and quality corrective glasses at affordable prices.

Joining the Lapaire teams means joining a pan-African and inspiring company in order to have an impact on the daily lives of millions of people living in Africa.

But it is also and above all:

• Serving our clients at best to improve their lives
• Working and acting as an entrepreneur, contributing to the Lapaire project with ideas and initiatives
• Participating in the expansion of a dynamic company by organizing and anticipating work efficiently
• Learning every day to continue to grow and surpass yourself
• Collaborating with young and multicultural teams while sharing your knowledge

The Lapaire Group was created in 2018 in Kenya and already has 50 Optical Shops and over 300 employees in Uganda, Ivory Coast, Burkina Faso, Mali, Benin and Togo.

Lapaire, clear sight, for everyone.

Sales Representative

Job description 

Locations: Mengo, Kyengera, Nateete, Zana, Entebbe

Start date: As soon as possible (March to April 2024).

Sales Representative
The Sales person will develop and promote sales at one of the upcoming Lapaire Optical Centers, meeting physically with potential customers and handling customer calls. He/she will work closely with Optometrists from the Optical Center and will directly report to the Branch Manager.

Their job will be composed of 3 main tasks:

Reach out and attend potential customers in the Field & at the Branch. 

• Increase awareness around clear sight to all potential customers in the field and at the branch
• Participate in fieldwork activities like distributing flyers and collecting leads & their contacts
• Use your knowledge to explain the benefits of wearing eyeglasses
• Listen, look and help people choose frames and lenses

Convert customers interest into successful sales

• Follow-up with potential customers over the phone, answering their questions related to pricing, payment and delivery
• Enter contact details of leads acquired in the field into the database
• Present clear pricing and installment plans options to potential customers
• Collect deposits and close sales with customers in due time

Ensure smooth delivery to customers

• Keep customers informed about the delivery and status of their order

Candidate profile

Bachelor’s degree or Diploma in Commerce, Business Administration, Sales & Marketing , or any relevant field, with +1 years of professional experience in a business/retail setting.

Customer service-oriented with in-depth knowledge of basic sales techniques and telephone etiquette.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential.

It is required from candidates to be proficient in accounting and analysis software (Excel etc.)

Personal skills to be successful in this job

• People person: Money is important but helping others is even more satisfactory for you.
• Accountable/Trustful: Integrity and responsibility in business are your favorite words
• Organized: You run your business like a pro, no room for doubts
• Motivated and passionate: You have a burning desire to succeed and achieve your goals.
• Ambitious and self-driven: Always willing to go beyond your targets and keep growing
• Leader: You like to inspire and stimulate your team by sharing experience and knowledge

• Negotiator: You know how to influence and convince others, keeping complete integrity.
• Empathic: You naturally connect to any type of people, making communication very easy.
• Always on time: you are an example to your team

Ready for the challenge? Apply Now!

The salary of the sales representative is UGX. 500,000 gross per month.