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Ref: GP186-4817
Job description / Role
Charterhouse is working with a leading manufacturer and distributor of construction materials in East Africa. Due to continuous business growth, our client is now looking to appoint a Group Head of Sales and Marketing to be based from their head office in Kenya.
This role will take overall accountability for developing and executing strategic marketing and sales campaigns across both domestic and export markets. The successful candidate will proactively conduct extensive competitor research, identify key market trends and recommend product positioning and pricing strategies to retain long-term market share. This role requires previous experience in managing a large diverse team, handling manufacturing operations, market channel development and overseeing sales distribution including the entry in to new territories. In regards to marketing you will oversee and manage all advertising and promotional activities including print, online, media, as well as direct mail, with a particular focus on brand positioning and achieving consistency across all platforms. In addition, you will lead all business development activity, including meeting with key clients, training and assisting the sales team and negotiating and closing deals. Candidates must have extensive experience in managing a P&L, defining budgets and preparing and forecasting sales and marketing results.
Requirements
To be considered for this role you must hold a Degree in marketing, business administration or a relevant field, with at least 5 years commercial experience in manufacturing, preferably within a leadership position. Successful candidates must be able to demonstrate the ability to manage a diverse team, communicate effectively with colleagues and clients at all levels, and showcase an entrepreneurial spirit with a goal driven approach. In return our client offers genuine long term growth and progression opportunities within the business, with an excellent rewards package on offer.
About the Company
The Charterhouse brand and business was launched in Dubai and the Middle East in April 2004 by a team of international recruiters and management consultants, after its inception in Sydney, Australia in September 2003. Charterhouse Middle East is now positioned as the leading regional recruiter within its area of disciplines and functional markets.
Charterhouse offers professional and bespoke contingency and retained search services to all sectors of the market. Service quality is guaranteed, thanks to a particular focus on flexibility. Charterhouse was the first international search and selection business to establish Dubai as its base. The growth in the Middle East region has been mirrored by Charterhouse globally, with offices now in Qatar, Hong Kong, Singapore, Melbourne and Sydney.