We are a manufacturing company that
takes pride in producing quality fencing and other related materials to our
Customers.
Position: Product Development Manager
Job Ref.: WPL244933
Industry: Manufacturing
Location: Nairobi
Job Summary: Product Development Manager will work closely and collaborate with production department to ensure the product roadmap, initiatives and goals are accomplished through the delivery of high quality releases.
Job Objectives: Continuously works through established
channels and processes to report product performance and make product
recommendations including new product development recommendations, product
change recommendations, and product retirement recommendations.
Duties and Responsibilities
Duties and Responsibilities
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Determines customers' needs and
desires by specifying the research needed to obtain market information.
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Recommends the nature and scope of
present and future product lines by reviewing product specifications and
requirements; appraising new product ideas and/or product or packaging changes.
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Assesses market competition by
comparing the company's product to competitors' products.
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Provides source data for product line
communications by defining product marketing communication objectives.
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Obtains product market share by
working with sales director to develop product sales strategies.
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Assesses product market data by
calling on customers with field salespeople and evaluating sales call results.
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Provides information for management
by preparing short-term and long-term product sales forecasts and special
reports and analyses; answering questions and requests.
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Facilitates inventory turnover and
product availability by reviewing and adjusting inventory levels and production
schedules.
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Brings new products to market by
analyzing proposed product requirements and product development programs;
preparing return-on-investment analyses; establishing time schedules with
engineering and manufacturing.
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Introduces and markets new products
by developing time-integrated plans with sales, advertising, and production.
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Determines product pricing by
utilizing market research data; reviewing production and sales costs;
anticipating volume; costing special and customized orders.
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Maintains product management staff
job results by counselling and disciplining employees; planning, monitoring,
and appraising job results.
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Contributes to team effort by
accomplishing related results as needed.
Qualifications, Skills &
Experience
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Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or
other related field from a University recognized in Kenya.
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Minimum 3 years’ experience in
product development, product marketing, product implementation/operations, or
product communications in a manufacturing company.
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Have a wider knowledge on computer
and internet operations.
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Self-directed and detail oriented
with strong organizational and multi-tasking skills and solid judgment and
confidence.
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Excellent oral and written
communication skills for application in dealing with all constituents –
co-workers, vendors, and management staff.
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A team player able to work well in an
energetic, dynamic and deadline oriented environment.
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Previous experience required in
situations demanding strict adherence to confidentiality.
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Ability to work independently and
prioritize multiple assignments to meet deadlines.
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Must possess analytic abilities of
understanding financial perspective of the product portfolio and managing it.
·
Ability to motivate and guide team
members.
Position: Online Sales Manager
Job Ref.: WPL244932
Industry: Manufacturing
Location: Nairobi
Job Summary: This position is primarily responsible for online commerce including listing of products for sale, business marketing, and name branding and reputation development.
Job Ref.: WPL244932
Industry: Manufacturing
Location: Nairobi
Job Summary: This position is primarily responsible for online commerce including listing of products for sale, business marketing, and name branding and reputation development.
Job Objectives: The online Sales Manager will be focused on the
operations of our e-commerce business with demonstrable experience for managing
online sales / commerce projects, product launches and other operational
activities.
Duties and Responsibilities
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Design and implement sales strategies
and techniques to establish marketing goals so as to achieve maximum sales by
promoting the products well on the internet.
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Identify and secure potential clients
by e-mailing or direct meeting.
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Create and maintain positive client
relationships to build business.
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Understand client’s needs and tailor
products to meet client requirements.
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Create innovative ways to build
business from individual accounts.
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Work with sales team to identify
opportunities for new markets and growth.
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Coordinate with sales team to revise
pricing and sales incentive plan to achieve marketing goals.
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Perform up-selling and cross-selling
of products to clients.
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Conduct effective sales presentation
for potential customers.
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Develop and maintain sales records of
sales meetings, sales calls, new sales, closed sales, follow-up activities,
etc.
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Evaluate and enhance current trade
shows, conventions, and other marketing events to develop new opportunities.
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Provide excellent customer service by
addressing and resolving customer queries/issues in a timely manner.
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To develop, coordinate and implement
the best practices for online sales and customer services and to ensure
effective sales approach and assist the sales team personnel in closing sales
whenever needed.
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To guide, instruct and give
directions to all the sales team personnel and assist in organizing all the
sales activities of the internet sales department.
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To understand the target audience and
explain the use and operation of that particular product.
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To assist the internet sales people
in various customer interactions and make sure that the customer satisfaction
is enhanced during the entire purchasing experience.
Qualifications, Skills &
Experience
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Bachelor’s degree in Marketing,
Business administration or management from a University recognized in Kenya.
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Diploma in marketing will be an added
advantage.
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Have a wider knowledge on computer
and internet operations.
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Five years’ experience working on
similar position.
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A member of the Marketing Society of
Kenya.
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Self-directed and detail oriented
with strong organizational and multi-tasking skills and solid judgment and
confidence.
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Excellent computer and software
skills including but not limited to: MS Office: Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and
Access. Experience with web application data entry programs and data
development/management software.
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Excellent oral and written
communication skills for application in dealing with all constituents –
co-workers, vendors, and management staff.
·
A team player able to work well in an
energetic, dynamic and deadline oriented environment.
·
Previous experience required in
situations demanding strict adherence to confidentiality.
·
Ability to work independently and
prioritize multiple assignments to meet deadlines.
·
Must possess analytic abilities of
understanding financial perspective of the product portfolio and managing it.
·
Ability to motivate and guide team
members.
How to Apply
If you have the required experience & skills to succeed and seek a challenging opportunity, please send your application letter including an up to date CV with 3 referees to quality2015jobs@gmail.com (Subject of the email should be the title of the POSITION APPLIED FOR + JOB REF)
If you are not interested in this opportunity today, please refer any friend or colleague you know that might suit the required profile.
If you have the required experience & skills to succeed and seek a challenging opportunity, please send your application letter including an up to date CV with 3 referees to quality2015jobs@gmail.com (Subject of the email should be the title of the POSITION APPLIED FOR + JOB REF)
If you are not interested in this opportunity today, please refer any friend or colleague you know that might suit the required profile.
Please DO NOT apply if you do not meet the requirements of the position.
Only shortlisted candidates will be
contacted.
Note: We do not charge any fees for receiving and reviewing applications or for interviews