A Multinational Company in the FMCG sector requires the service of a Brand Manager for their office in Nigeria.
Position: Brand Manager
Main Job Purpose:
- The Senior Brand Manager will play a key role in the Brand Development of all the categories our portfolio across West Africa
- The position Brand Strategy Development working on the Brand Equity and Brand Mix development of all the categories in the Africa region.
- He will also lead and drive regional cross functional resources (R&D, Supply Chain, Communication Agencies) in developing world class, growth focused innovation mixes for the region.
- He will be engaging with cross functional resources (leadership, Quality, Supply Chain, Sales) in Head Office and use their support b successfully implement market activation activities on ground
- Marketing Strategy Development by analyzing market trends & consumer insights and developing business opportunities for brands
- Managing Brand P&L across the region
- Develop an annual Marketing Plan to achieve targeted results
- Report accurate forecast of sales demand
- Gain Management approval and successfully launch new products
Key Competencies:
- Interpersonal and negotiation skills
- Organizational and planning skills
- Ability to work under pressure
- Passion for Growth relating to high energy levels, motivation and scale of ambition
- Significant level of organizational insight and awareness
- Change Catalyst and Seizing the future
- Strategic influencing
- Team Commitment
- Good negotiation & influencing skills
- Communication skills
- Planning and organizing
- Enthusiastic & creative self-starter
- Ability to work under presage
- Team Leadership
- Great interpersonal skills
Professional Skills:
- MBA in Marketing as the medium of University education
- A high degree of familiarity with MS office & IT Skills
- Excellent Presentation Skills
- Strong command over oral and written business English
Reporting Channel:
The position reports to Marketing Head
Experience Required:
- 8-10 years marketing in fast moving consumer goods (MNC food)
- Robust Brand Activation Background
- Robust experience in Brand Communication Development and Implementation
How to Apply:
Qualified candidates should send CV to: fmcgcareers12@gmail.com not later than 19th March, 2013.
