The Simba Group is a conglomerate, operating in Nigeria’s key industry verticals including Communications, Agriculture, Software, Transportation, Power and Alternative Energy.
We have over 20 years of experience in Nigeria, and in that time have developed loyal and strong distribution channels, across our range of products, as well as a deep understat...
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Research and understand the Local and Regional Brand Objectives, strategies and plans;
Research and understand the identified areas in the region that the Company can market & distribute to, and keep up to date with additional regions that may be included in the future;
Research and understand the Regulatory Requirements of all territories within the region to facilitate new business opportunities and Business Expansion in the Regions;
Research, understand and gain competitor information files, competitor trade activities & pricing analyses;
Research, establish liaison, conduct business reviews and recommend Distributor Shortlist;
Liaise with Regional Distributors
Engage Regional Distributors on agreed Terms of Reference;
Serve as Liaison between Distributor and Company ensuring orders, shipments and issues resolution are timely;
Suggest areas of the Regional business model that can be improved and recommend solutions
Growth & Management of Brand Portfolio
Responsible for the growth of the brands in the Region;
Assist in developing the annual brand plan aligned to the Market requirements complete with market objectives and strategies in support of budget achievement;
Look for new opportunities and sales channels for growth;
Contribute to the competitive differentiation and positioning of company's brands in the Region;
Assist in the creation of marketing plans by Regions
Develop, submit and present monthly reports on activities, achievement of objectives and plans in the region
Tender Management
Relationship building with key stakeholders in the Region e.g. government, MDAs;
Assist Regional Sales Managers with the preparation and submission of the Tender package;
Relationship building with decision makers in the Region to secure purchase orders;
Serve as liaison between Company & Local and Regional Contacts providing feedback regarding Purchase Orders & resolution of any issues.
Desired Experience & Requirements
A Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent in Marketing or business management
Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a similar position
Experience in identifying target audiences and support in developing effective campaigns
Proficient in Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint;
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
A critical thinker with good presentation skills.
Good understanding of research methods and data analysis