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Security personnel patrol during a religious procession in Karachi. —AFP/FileKarachi Traffic Police on Monday issued a comprehensive traffic management plan for the central Chehlum procession scheduled for tomorrow , as some roads will remain closed. According to the traffic... Source: Geo News

‘The Odyssey’ star Samantha Morton recalls devastating losses in familySamantha Morton talked honestly about the personal heartbreak which she is facing, revealing that this year was one of the hardest times of her life. The 49-year-old actress, who is currently... Source: Geo News

UEFA threatens to sue FIFA president Infantino: World Cup controversy explainedEuropean football’s governing body has formally warned the International Federation of Association Football ’s president, Gianni Infantino, to preserve all documents related to his controversial... Source: Geo News

The pop icons previously collaborated on Queen's 'We Will Rock You' in 2004Britney Spears has Beyonce on repeat. The Princess of Pop has revealed that her go-to album these days is Cowboy Carter, which is Queen Bey’s eighth studio album released in 2024. Spears, 44, made... Source: Geo News

Taylor Swift, Travis Kelce surprise fans with new family update Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce have taken social media by the storm after new insights were revealed about the couple's new family that they are building together. The 36-year-old pop... Source: Geo News

Xbox prices soar up to 43% hitting €800 in Europe: Here’s whyMicrosoft has dramatically raised Xbox console prices across Europe and the UK, with the cost of some models rising by nearly half their original cost. The major reason behind this surge is a global memory and... Source: Geo News

The mum-of-five had welcomed the new additions just weeks after her beloved sphynx cats went missingKatie Price has expanded her feline family by adopting five kittens and their mother. The former glamour model, 48, took to her Instagram to announce that she had welcomed the new... Source: Geo News

National anthem rendition at women's baseball clash draws backlash as video goes viralThe Women’s Pro Baseball League kicked off its debut season on Saturday, August 1, in Springfield, Illinois. The first match saw the New York Heights playing against the Los Angeles Queens... Source: Geo News

Royal family shares exciting news after Harry's Invictus Games 'invitation'King Charles' team has made a statement amid the discussions about a possible invitation to the Invictus Games. On August 3, the official social media channels of the royal family released a video,... Source: Geo News

Nancy Guthrie case takes new turn after ransom notes releasedThe search for Nancy Guthrie took a new turn after police decided to release two ransom notes which are linked to her disappearance. Investigators hope that the letters will help someone remember an important detail and... Source: Geo News

People walk near a billboard depicting Iran's late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, on a street in Tehran, Iran, August 3, 2026.— ReutersTrump says negotiation with Iran to begin on Monday.No such talks are planned, says Iran's foreign ministry. Oil prices fall after Trump... Source: Geo News

New Zealand's endangered bird, the Takahe, at the Zealandia Wildlife Sanctuary, in Wellington, New Zealand. — ReutersAustralia warned on Monday against the risk of a wider spread of H5N1 bird flu after its first mass mortality episode among seabirds killed about 50 greater crested... Source: Geo News

Princess Loius receives new surprise titlePrince Louis, the youngest child of William and Princess Kate, has already won the public’s heart. With his mischievous grin and effortless charm, the young royal's mere presence at any vent draws every eye and turns... Source: Geo News

When the floodwaters reached Ali Sher Koso's village in Jacobabad on August 22, 2022, there was no place left to run for him. “We lost everything, our crops, our animals, our home. However, what hurts the most is leaving behind our parents’ graves. You can always earn money again,... Source: Geo News

Princess Louis receives new surprise titlePrince Louis, the youngest child of William and Princess Kate, has already won the public’s heart. With his mischievous grin and effortless charm, the young royal's mere presence at any vent draws every eye and... Source: Geo News

Police and law enforcement agencies cordoned off Rustam Bazaar in Lower South Waziristan after explosion on August 3, 20226. — Reporter Mufti Mir succumbs to injuries during treatment: DSP.Says initial findings suggest Mir was target of explosion.Probe underway to... Source: Geo News

Princess Anne marks historic celebration for new generationPrincess Anne and her husband, Sir Timothy Laurence, jetted off to their next important royal duty following their appearance at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow. The King’s sister returned to England as she... Source: Geo News

Phil Collins reveals health battle after seven months ICU stay: full story insidePhil Collins recalled a 6-month ICU stay after a scary health battle after his seven children came to say a final goodbye. Collins reflecting on the ICU stay, where he was being... Source: Geo News

Area Manager – Gujranwala Company: Philip Morris International (PMI) Job Summary As an Area Manager – Gujranwala at Philip Morris International, I was responsible for driving business growth, managing distributor operations, leading field sales teams, and executing commercial strategies across the assigned territory. My role focused on achieving shipment, primary and secondary sales targets, strengthening market coverage, developing distributors and DSRs, ensuring excellent retail execution, implementing trade marketing initiatives, and maintaining compliance with company policies and operational standards while delivering sustainable business growth. Key Responsibilities Developed and executed annual, quarterly, and monthly business plans to achieve shipment, primary sales, secondary sales, market share, and revenue targets. Managed overall sales operations across the Gujranwala territory while ensuring sustainable business growth and profitability. Achieved key distribution KPIs including Coverage, Numeric Distribution, Hit Rate, Call Frequency, Product Availability, and Sales Productivity. Implemented company distribution strategies and ensured the required distributor infrastructure, sales coverage, and operational excellence across the assigned territory. Managed distributor performance by monitoring sales, inventory levels, stock availability, financial health, service quality, and operational efficiency. Designed, communicated, and monitored distributor and DSR incentive programs including SDA, Performance for Pay (P4P), target achievement rewards, and other sales incentive schemes. Led, coached, mentored, and developed Distributor Sales Representatives (DSRs) through regular field visits, performance reviews, route rides, and on-the-job coaching to improve productivity and execution quality. Ensured successful implementation of Integrated Commercial Model (ICM) initiatives and company sales standards across the territory. Built and maintained strong relationships with distributors, wholesalers, retailers, and key trade partners to maximize business opportunities and customer satisfaction. Identified new business opportunities, expanded market coverage, and increased penetration in both existing and potential retail outlets. Developed territory growth strategies through detailed market analysis, outlet segmentation, route optimization, and business planning. Led trade loyalty programs by setting monthly objectives, communicating promotional activities, monitoring execution, and ensuring contractual compliance. Identified high-potential retailers, wholesalers, and strategic business partners while supporting the Regional Sales Manager (RSM) during commercial negotiations and market expansion initiatives. Managed third-party merchandising teams to ensure superior in-store execution, merchandising standards, product visibility, and Point of Sale (POS) excellence. Monitored Permanent Point of Sale Material (PPOSM) installations, maintenance, replacement, and timely rectification to ensure maximum brand visibility. Ensured compliance of distributors with PMI operational guidelines, commercial policies, legal requirements, audit standards, and governance procedures. Conducted regular market visits to evaluate retail execution, competitor activities, pricing trends, promotions, product availability, and consumer behavior. Collaborated closely with Regional Sales Managers, Trade Marketing, Marketing, Supply Chain, Finance, and Customer Services teams to ensure flawless execution of commercial initiatives. Prepared daily, weekly, monthly, and quarterly sales reports, business reviews, forecasts, territory performance analysis, and management presentations. Monitored sales performance against KPIs and implemented corrective action plans to address performance gaps. Managed territory budgets, sales expenses, trade investments, and resource allocation to maximize return on investment. Ensured compliance with health, safety, quality, and ethical business standards while maintaining a high-performance sales culture. Represented Philip Morris International professionally while strengthening customer relationships and delivering exceptional service standards. Core Competencies Area Sales Management Business Development Distributor Management Territory Management Trade Marketing Execution Sales Operations Secondary Sales Management Primary Sales Planning Market Expansion Retail Excellence Key Account Management Team Leadership Field Coaching & Mentoring Performance Management Commercial Strategy Business Planning & Forecasting Market Analysis Route-to-Market Strategy Negotiation & Relationship Management Merchandising Excellence POS Execution Compliance & Governance Data Analysis & Reporting Problem Solving Cross-Functional Collaboration Key Achievements Successfully achieved shipment, primary sales, secondary sales, and market share objectives across the assigned territory. Strengthened distributor capabilities through structured coaching, performance management, and operational improvements. Expanded market coverage and improved outlet productivity through strategic territory planning and execution. Enhanced retail visibility and merchandising excellence by ensuring effective POS execution and brand presence. Built long-term business relationships with distributors, wholesalers, retailers, and key stakeholders to drive sustainable business growth. Improved sales productivity by implementing effective route planning, sales execution strategies, and performance monitoring systems. Maintained high compliance standards across distributor operations, commercial activities, and company policies. For apply click here https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/4447521772/

King Charles urged to reconsider Harry decision amid William’s angerKing Charles' recent gesture has reignited debate online, as scrutiny of certain royal family members continues to intensify. The British monarch’s decision to extend an olive branch to the Duke and... Source: Geo News

Life does not always follow a single path. Sometimes circumstances, time, or fate bring us to a point where we have to rethink our future. Divorce, the loss of a spouse, or other personal reasons may lead many individuals to seek a fresh start after their first marriage. In such... Source: Geo News

BTS J-Hope appears to wipe away tears after fans’ surprise projectJ-Hope appeared visibly emotional after BTS ARMY surprised the group with a sweet fan project. During the first night of the ARIRANG World Tour at MetLife Stadium on Saturday, August 1, thousands of fans... Source: Geo News

GTA 6's regional restrictions raise concerns for PlayStation owners: Here's whyRockstar Games’s recent update has sent GTA 6 community into a frenzy after the publisher announced that GTA 6 download codes will expire on May 8, 2027. The update comes after Rockstar... Source: Geo News

Fifa President Gianni Infantino attends the FIFA World Cup 2026 draw at the John F Kennedy Centre for the Performing Arts in Washington, DC, US, on December 5, 2025. — ReutersGianni Infantino’s hopes of extending his Fifa presidency may rest less on winning back soccer's... Source: Geo News

Prince Harry team issues update as King’s Invictus Games appearance in talksPrince Harry, who is understood to be looking forward to the Invictus Games in Birmingham next year, is anticipating to have his father King Charles to be at the opening ceremony. The monarch had... Source: Geo News