Organization: Vivo Energy
City: Kampala,
Country Uganda
Reports to: Managing Director
Job Summary: The Marketing Manager will;
Develop and manage the implementation of marketing programs aimed at improving Vivo Energy Uganda’s competitive position in sales of fuels, lubricants and convenience retail.
Drive the development of marketing competencies in Vivo Energy Uganda.
Through effective selection and implementation of marketing programs contribute towards achievement of Vivo Uganda Volume, Margin, Market share and Brand Share of Preference targets.
Manage the Brand.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
Prepare annual marketing plan and budget.
Implement the annual marketing plan for fuels, refueling, lubricants and Convenience Retailing and deliver on time, in full, within budget, and in line with the respective initiatives’ stated objectives.
Interface with the Central Marketing team and provide local level input into marketing plans
Develop and execute marketing research activities, evaluate findings and develop action plans from the results.
Plan and manage tactical promotions.
Together with Sales teams, develop product pricing strategy.
Conduct PIRs for marketing campaigns.
Manage the Shell Customer facing Brand.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
The prospective employee should hold an Upper Second Degree in Marketing or related field with at least 5 years’ of relevant experience
Demonstration of the aspired Enterprise First behaviors (Leadership, Accountability, Teamwork) and Vivo core values (Honesty, Integrity, Respect for People)
Strong Marketing Experience (including brand building, concept development, financial accountability, development and implementation of big marketing programs).
Good knowledge on project management skills, able to handle multiple projects at a time.
Strong team member with excellent communications skills
Methodical and converge on operational details – must have an eye for details
How to Apply:
All suitably qualified and interested applicants should apply by logging onto www.truenorthafrica.com, OR send application letter and CV to email: vivoenergyugrecruitment@truenorthafrica.com.
Deadline: 11th October, 2013
