Senior Brand Manager

Senior Brand Manager (East Africa Region)

Our Client   is the world's leading Multinational Company dealing in the manufacturing of consumer based products with over 16 countries in the East African region.

In keeping with their current business needs, they have a vacancy for the position of Senior Brand Manager reporting directly to the Business Executive Manager.

Purpose of the job:

The job holder will be expected to delight target consumers, build a strong brand and generate strong brand building results.

Key Responsibilities will be to;

• Liaising with the appropriate Strategic Business Units at the Center, assist the Business Executive Manager to develop regional strategies and ensure execution of Brand Plans at Regional and Country level in order to achieve set business growth and profitability targets;
• Plan and Manage the Regional budgets;
• Develop, propose and ensure implementation, when required, of country commercial toolkits;
• Lead and Manage Consumer Insight generation projects and develop strong consumer understanding;
• Lead and Manage research related to Brand Health Tracking and Advertising Effectiveness;
• Liaising with the appropriate Strategic Business Units at the Center to develop consumer insight based Innovation and Renovation (I &R) Pipeline for the region, lead I &R projects, recipe optimization etc.
• Manage and drive the relationship with our Advertising Agencies ensuring the implementation of BBNW for the development of effective communication strategies, communication development and media planning / execution;
• Develop Packaging and Label designs.
• The ideal candidate should possess the following minimum skills and competencies;
• Honors degree from a recognized university, preferably in the areas of Business Administration, Communication;
• Minimum 7 years’ experience in Marketing and Sales preferably with specific experience as follows:
• Managed Categories/ Brands/ Products across multiple countries and geographies
• Led the development of annual/ rolling commercial plans for a least four cycles.
• Led major consumer insight generation (U&A Studies, product Guidance Tests)
• Managed Advertising & Promotions budget (PFME) for at least 5 calendar years.
• Led the development of Above-the-Line Advertising and Communication strategies including agency briefing and creative evaluation.
• Led or active participation in the development of Below-the-Line Activation and Consumer Strategies.
• Very Strong Communication and presentation skills and experience including fluency in Power point;
• Strong Leadership skills and ability to influence and federate across multiple countries, cultures;
• Human Resources
• Ability to thrive in a network organization;
• Good understanding of a P&L statement.

Skills:

• Organization & Planning Skills
• Communication Skills
• Analytical/Research Skills
• Time management skills
• Problem Solving
• Team Building Skills
• Interpersonal Abilities
• Multicultural Sensitivity
• Problem-Solving

How to Apply

To apply for this position send your CV to mycv@myjobseye.com  quoting the position in the subject line and preferred location. Kindly also mention your current/ last salary and benefits. 

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

Africa Marketing/Brand Manager IT Solutions

Africa Marketing/Brand Manager IT Solutions.

Techno Brain, an ISO 9001: 2008 certified & CMMI Level 3 company, is Africa’s leading custom software application provider. 

Techno Brain offers innovative software solutions to Government, NGO, and large Private organizations. 

Due to the recent expansions Techno Brain seeks to recruit an excellent Marketing/Brand Manager for Africa region.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Manage & Coordinate all marketing, Advertising and promotional activities for the organization.
• Conduct market research to determine market requirements for existing and future products
• Analysis of customer research, current market conditions and competitor information.
• develop and implement marketing plans and projects for new and existing products.
• Locates or proposes potential business deals by contacting potential partners; discovering and exploring opportunities. Following up new business opportunities and setting up meetings.
• Proactively develops and improve products and services by researching industry and related events, publications, and announcements.
• Manage the productivity of the marketing plans and projects. monitor, review and report on all marketing activity and results.
• Determine and manage the marketing budget. Deliver marketing activity within agreed budget.
• Develop and implement pricing strategy.
• Liaison with media and advertising for marketing activities including trade/ scientific shows, mailings, etc.

Skills & Experience

• Overall 6+ years’ experience in Marketing for an IT Solutions organization.
• Qualifications: Business or marketing-related degree or equivalent professional qualification
• Experience in all aspects of developing and maintaining marketing strategies and proven experience in customer & marketing research.
• Requisite IT knowledge especially in ERP based IT solutions.
• Outstanding communication skills, both oral and written, and both technical and non- technical, and the ability to work with a diverse group of individuals in a professional and service-oriented manner
• Creativity, keen eye on detail is key for this role.

If you meet the above requirements please email your CV to hr.ke@technobrainltd.com  indicating your current and expected remuneration. 

Applications without salary details shall not be considered.

HR Officer

HR Officer 

Salary Ksh 30k – 40k Gross

Our client is a leading organization in the service industry, due to rapid growth they are seeking to fill a position of HR Officer immediately. 

The candidate should be innovative, energetic and one that has extensive knowledge in HR office.

Reports to the Assistant Head of HR and Admin

Key Responsibilities

1.    Responsible for the implementation of performance management and reward system within the organization

2.    Responsible for the implementation of health and safety policies and ensure compliance with OSHA Act

3.    Managing the HR activities within the office

4.    Responsible for managing the recruitment function

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelors degree in HRM or higher diploma in HRM from a recognized institution
• A minimum of 2 years in a busy HR environment
• HR generalist
• Good knowledge of the labour laws especially OSHA Act
• Excellent computer skills and good interpersonal skills
• High integrity
• Credible experience in Health and safety function and performance management induction is an added advantage
• Having some exposure in the cleaning industry or hospitality industry is an added advantage
• Age 25 years – 28 years

If qualified send CV only to vacancies@corporatestaffing.co.ke, indicating the title HR OFFICER on the subject line.

Recruiting Manager
Corporate Staffing Services
3rd Floor, Nabui House, Westlands 

(Behind Unga House) Nairobi.

N.B. We do not charge any fee for interviews and neither for having your CV in our database

Only short listed candidates will be contacted

Sales Executive

Sales Executive

Dynamic People Consulting is recruiting a Sales Executive with experience in the for one of its clients in the Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) industry.

The individual will be responsible for the following:

• Coordinate the planning strategy to develop the residual and retention income strategy (re-sale to existing customers);
• Implement sales plans and meet set targets;
• Develop a project plans to include payment plans and terms;
• Establish a needs analysis by conducting site visits, pre-sales needs analysis and documentation;
• Manage distribution in the FMCG sectors;
• Enforce Project scope and be chief liaison with customer;
• Build a sales funnel and generate quarterly sales plans,
• Roll-out lines of business and provide supply chain solutions in the
• Develop the client database through market segmentation, cold calls, referrals and enquiries;
• Conduct a pre-sales needs analysis based on customer services;
• Enforce the project scope process which will be defined and communicated;
• Ensure standardization of all communication with customers quotes, proposals and contract negotiations;
• Participate in marketing activities;
• Research & communicate new solutions and innovations;
• Respond to all RFQ’s, Tenders and Sales Inquiries;
• Responsible for client management and should own the global deliverables and be responsible for their delivery;
• Be a strategic partner liaison and follow-up on all sales procedures.

The successful candidate should have the following qualifications:

• Degree in the relevant field;
• Three (3) years working experience;
• Corporate sales experience and background;
• Marketing and Technical appreciation;
• Ability to identify key players, overall business strategy and competitor analysis;
• Strong interpersonal and presentation skills;
• Ability to work independently as well as a team;
• Attention to detail and good sense of procedures;
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks;
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills;
• Project Planning and Management Skills;

If you believe you qualify for this position, please send your CV and details of your current and expected remuneration to recruitment@dpckenya.com or visit our website www.dpckenya.com under Vacancies to apply

Only qualified candidates shall be contacted