Country Marketing Manager at ASUS Nigeria

Position Overview

• The ASUS System Business Group is looking for an innovative Marketing Manager that is passionate about technology and retail to promote our company's brand and products in English Speaking Africa. 
• In this role, you will be optimizing our marketing strategies, managing the marketing department's budget and staff, as well as preparing plans and forecasts.
• To ensure success, you will need extensive knowledge of marketing strategies and the ability to implement out of the box ideas to increase sales.

About the Team

• The Country Marketing Manager will report to the Business Development Manager and will be working closely with product & sales teams. 
• An outstanding marketing manager will be someone whose expertise translates into increased brand awareness and profitability.

Work Tasks
Your primary tasks include:

• Responsible for developing and executing the marketing strategy for English Speaking Africa markets (Nigeria, Kenya, Ghana etc...) and setting the marketing objectives/ goals, in alignment with the product roadmap and business direction.
• Plan and oversee the execution of marketing budgets & maximize resources allocation.
• Closely co-work with our local Product Management and Sales team to ensure integrated & correct execution of the marketing plans at all time and achievement of objectives.
• Manage the local marketing team and review their performance.
• Work closely with ASUS local business partners to achieve our marketing targets.
• Regularly engage with E.EMEA Territory marketing team and HQ different marketing departments in order to ensure alignment on plans & targets or request for support.
• Marketing samples and materials management.
• Work with accounting team to manage and process vendor invoices.
• Prepare Powerpoint presentations for business reviews, events and trainings, etc...

Qualifications and Background

• BA / BS Degree or equivalent in Business Administration, Marketing or a related discipline is required.
• At least 5 years of experience in a marketing role with an IT company or an agency with experience managing a team.
• Proven ability to manage and track performance by objectives.
• Creative and innovative, strong ability to act independently with sound business judgement.
• Excellent written, verbal communication and presentation skills in English. Mandarin is a plus.
• Ability to work under pressure, multi-task and manage execution time effectively.
• Relevant marketing experience in Consumer electronics or technology is a strong asset.
• An understanding of PC gaming and the eSport ecosystem is a strong asset.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, Google and Facebook marketing tools.