PZCussons recruiting for MARKETING MANAGER - COMMERCIAL SBU

MARKETING MANAGER - COMMERCIAL SBU


HEALTH AND BEAUTY - LAGOS


THE ROLE: MARKETING MANAGER - COMMERCIAL SBU


THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE WILL BE REQUIRED TO:

• Formulate and ensure the implementation of world class marketing strategies to maximize brand visibility and profitability.
• Drive New Product Development strategies to achieve a diversified and competitive portfolio of brands to ensure consumer preferences are fully entertained invariably for revenue generation.
• Create a competitive edge for PZ products in the FCMG industry.
• Drive the increase in gross margin growth.
• Plan the annual and 5 year budget plan and coordinate delivery.
• Manage all elements of the marketing mix.
• Increase market share of PZ products to agreed targets.
• Achieve and deliver overall budgeted profitability by growing and sustaining brand management.
• Explore and exploit new markets opportunities for PZ brands.
• Develop, build and maintain business relationships with key partners and departments.
• Manage team and individual performance through regular reviews, monitoring objectives and ensuring developmental needs are identified and actioned.


THE PERSON: THE IDEAL CANDIDATE FOR THIS JOB MUST:

• Possess a B.A. Honours degree in any commercial field with a minimum of second class lower division.
• Possess an MBA or professional qualification as a added advantage.
• Have between 8 - 10 years minimum marketing or Brand Management experience gained in blue chip FMCG companies.
• Possess strong analytical and presentation skills.
• Be an outstanding communicator with clear interpersonal and leadership skills.
• Be an outstanding leader with the ability to build teams and gather support across business functions.
• Be competitive, pushy and have a "want to win" mentality.
• Be organized, energetic and self-motivated.
• Be willing to make tough decisions and provide leadership on projects
• Be willing to challenge status quo and engage in debate at Board Level.
• Possess good Analytical and People management skills.


Have a CAN DO attitude, exhibiting our core values - COURAGE, ACCOUNTABILITY, NETWORKING, DRIVE and ONENESS


Please note that only shortlisted candidates would be contacted.


Closing date: 30 Jun 2010


Click Link to apply
http://www.pzcussons.com/pzc/working/pzinigeria/vacancies/