MARKETING MANAGER - People Performance Group

Our client is a manufacturer of first moving consumer products and prides in serving the whole region. To enhance the strength of their team, they are looking to engage two vibrant professionals. MARKETING MANAGER Reports to: The Sales and marketing Director. Duty Station: Kampala with occasional travels with in and outside the country. Job Purpose: To develop, establish and maintain marketing strategies to meet company objectives. To evaluate customer research, market conditions, competitor’s data and implement marketing plans alterations as needed. To effectively manage the marketing, advertising and promotional activities of the company. Key responsibilities: Manage and coordinate all marketing, advertising and promotional staff and activities 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 Manage the productivity of the marketing plans and projects Monitor, review and report on all marketing activities and results Determine and manage the marketing budget Deliver marketing activities within agreed budget Develop pricing strategy Liaise with media and advertising agencies Instil a marketing led ethos throughout the business Manage the marketing mix and understand the current and potential customers Make customer focused decision and manage the customer journey (customer relationship)

Requirement: Education and Experience: Business or marketing-related degree or equivalent professional qualification Experience of 3 years in all aspects of developing and maintaining marketing strategies, concepts and technical marketing skills 4-5 years proven experience in fast moving consumer goods Experience in Ebizframe ERP will be an added advantage Professional qualification such as C.I.M is an added advantage Key Competencies: Excellent written, verbal communication and formal presentation skills Problem analysis, problem-solving skills and stress tolerance Strong Team-leadership and persuasive skills Excellent people management skills Quick decision making and excellent judgment skills Critical, logical thinking and Competitive Analysis ability

How to apply: To apply, please send your CV and cover letter with 3 work related referees to the address or e-mail below. All applications shall be marked with the position name. E-mails must not exceed 2 MB. Closing date is 5:00pm on Monday 11th July 2012 While we thank all applicants for your interest, only those selected for interviews will be contacted. Any form of lobbying will lead to automatic disqualification. People Performance Group Plot 8 Kitante Close, Kitante P.O. Box 12405, Kampala – Uganda E-mail: application ©ppg.co.ug or visit: www.kazijobs.com