New KCC Head of Sales & Marketing (Re-Advertised) Job in Kenya 2011

Job Ref. MN 4776

Our client, The New Kenya Co-operative Cremeries Limited is one one of the leading Dairy Companies in the country re-known for its world class brands that include KCC Butter, Ghee, Cheese, Gold Crown, Safariland Powder and Mala among others.

They wish to recruit a dynamic and result driven Head of Sales & Marketing.

Job Profile

The Head of Sales & Marketing will be reporting to the Chief Executive Officer.

He / She will be responsible for:

• Providing leadership and oversight for the sales and marketing function.
• Leading regular review of sales and marketing strategies to guarantee the business a competitive advantage at all times.
• Developing and leading a robust and motivated sales and marketing team.
• Driving the implementation of policies, strategies and controls to enhance business and revenue growth, profitability and market share.
• Identifying, overseeing and assessing the activities of external advertising, promotions, and marketing research agencies engaged to implement strategies.
• Preparing, monitoring and controlling the departmental budget as well as the departmental procurement plan.
• Ensuring brand profitability through correct pricing policies as well as developing an effective price strategy.
• Monitoring competitor activities as well as the performance of the company’s products in the market and advising management accordingly.
• Managing relationships and ensuring customers satisfaction through regular contacts and prompt resolution of issues.
• Any other duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor.

Person Profile

• Bachelor of Commerce Degree in Marketing or related field.
• Membership to professional body such as Marketing Society of Kenya (MSK)
• 7 - 8 years relevant experience with at least 3 years at senior management level.
• Proven competence in a front line management position.
• Demonstrated leadership and managerial capabilities
• Excellent interaction, presentation, organization and co-ordination skills.
• Demonstrated knowledge in management information systems.

If you meet the above requirements, send your application with a daytime telephone number and a detailed curriculum vitae, indicating your current salary, copies of certificates, testimonials and contacts of at least three referees. Limit emails to application and CV, no attachments of certificates or testimonials.

Apply latest 12 Noon 18th March 2011.

Send to:

Executive Selection Division,
Manpower Services (K) Ltd,
3rd Floor, Landmark Plaza,
Directly Opposite Nairobi Hospital Entrance,
P.O. Box 50736-00200, Nairobi.

Email: recruit@manpowerkenya.com