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Wednesday, 9 October 2013

Marketing Manager and Sales Manager vacancies at Vivo Energy, Jobs in Uganda,



Post Titles:
1.       Marketing Manager
2.       Retail Sales Manager
Organization: Vivo Energy
Location:
Background Information
Vivo Energy is the company behind the downstream Shell brand in Africa. We are here to offer customers the very best of Shell's products and services, including supply reliability. technical expertise. and unmatched customer service, in the countries in which we operate. In doing so.
we have in place industry-leading health and safety standards, and are committed to delivering Shell's high-quality fuels and lubricants in an environmentally and socially responsible manner
Post title: Marketing Manager
Reporting to the Managing Director
Job Purpose
        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 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.
Job Knowledge, Skills & Experience
        An Upper Second Degree in Marketing or related field with at least 5 years' 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).
        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
Post title: Retail Sales Manager
Reporting to the Retail & Lubricants Manager
Job Purpose
        Responsible for leading, managing, coaching and developing a team of Area Business Managers and Retailers, ensuring delivery of Vivo Energy's Customer Commitment, and overall Sales and Operations targets.
        Proactively engage and manage Retailer relationships. Liaise with and provide feedback to other Retail departments e.g. Marketing. Network, Ops Support etc.
        Monitor delivery of Customer Commitment, and compliance to site operations / Health, Security, Safety & Environment standards.
Key Responsibilities
        Develop (in consultation with the Retail Manager) and deliver the annual Retail Sales plan and targets (i.e. volumes. margins. costs, market share, BSP, etc)
        Consistently deliver Vivo Energy's Customer Commitment / Super Star Service programs as required through achieving high standards of operational excellence at Retail Sites.
        Improve customer satisfaction through enhancement of people's skills/competencies. Achieve and maintain industry leadership in customer satisfaction.
        Continuously Coach, support and develop Territory Managers in Retailer management.
        Ensure that Retailers have valid retailer agreements
        Ensure compliance with required Retail processes and procedures.
        Develop and maintain a strong HSSE culture within the Sales Team and deliver greed HSSE targets.
Job Knowledge, Skills & Experience
        Degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Engineering or related field.
        At least 4 years Sales experience.
        Experience/Knowledge of Oil Industry will be an added advantage Track record in leadership & coaching skills
How to apply
Interested Applicants should apply by logging onto www.truenorthafrica.com. OR send application letter and CV to email: vivoenergyugrecruitment@truenorthafrica.com not later than I I th October 2013 at 5.00pm. Only emails received on stated email & website within the allocated timeframe, will be considered
Closing date: 11th October 2013

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