Head of Marketing, West Africa at Godrej Consumer Products Limited

QUALIFICATION & EXPEREINCE

• The ideal candidate will have a Master’s degree in Business Administration (Major-Marketing).
• He/she will also have demonstrated 7-9 years of experience in FMCG Sales and Marketing function, with stints/ exposure to brand roles/ market and innovation research / product design/ marketing communication in FMCG organization.
• The incumbent should be strong on business orientation, execution of change projects (project management), analytical capabilities and knowledge of marketing best practices relevant to the industry.
• The incumbent should have led a team and acquired well developed ability in influencing senior business leaders.
• Any exposure to personal care/ dry hair category will be a distinct advantage.
• Experience of working with FMCG MNC (current/past) is preferable.
• Direct / indirect exposure to West Africa market is mandatory.

KEY RELATIONSHIPS
This role has principal reporting to the EVP – Strategy & Business Development. The role has to influence key relationships across both the Marketing function (BU Marketing, GCPL International Marketing team and R&D teams) and the management committee team across India & International business, to deliver the agenda. The role will also have to influence relationships with external vendors, consultants and media/ communication firms.