Sales and Marketing Manager
                                         KAZI SOLUTIONS LIMITED
                                        KAZI SOLUTIONS LIMITED
                                    
- Kenya, Nairobi 
- Contract 
- Negotiable 
Posted on 11 Nov 2024
Expire on 01 Jan 2025
Description
The Sales
and Marketing Manager will lead the strategic development and implementation of
a Go-To-Market (GTM) strategy aligned with the overall growth strategy of the
company. The role is crucial for strengthening brand equity and market presence
across the country through effective team-building, continuous market analysis,
and customer-focused strategies. The candidate will ensure that the company
meets its growth targets by driving sales, fostering client relationships, and
building a strong, cohesive team capable of exceeding expectations in a
competitive landscape.
Requirements
· Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, or related field; Master’s degree preferred.
·      
Experience: Minimum of 10 years in sales and
marketing roles, with at least 5 years in a senior management capacity within
the Oil & Gas or FMCG sector.
·      
Skills: Demonstrable experience in strategic
planning, GTM strategy development, team management, and brand management.
·      
Travel: Ability to spend 60% of work time in
the field, managing nationwide operations.
Responsibilities
Strategic Planning and Go-To-Market Strategy
·      
Develop, implement, and refine the GTM
strategy to support the company’s growth objectives, focusing on increased
market share and enhanced brand equity.
·      
Conduct continuous market analysis to
identify growth opportunities, customer needs, and competitor activity,
adjusting strategies to maintain competitiveness.
·      
Collaborate with the Managing Director and
senior leadership to ensure the GTM strategy aligns with broader company goals
and enhances the company’s long-term positioning.
Sales Leadership and Revenue Growth
·      
Drive revenue growth through the strategic
management of sales initiatives, actively pursuing new business opportunities,
and overseeing key account management.
·      
Implement performance targets and monitor
sales metrics to ensure the team meets or exceeds goals, optimizing sales
tactics based on performance data.
·      
Lead change and innovation efforts,
identifying and implementing sales technologies and processes that streamline
operations and enhance customer engagement.
Team Building and Development
·      
Build, develop, and mentor a high-performing
sales and marketing team of 14 direct reports, ensuring effective talent
management, succession planning, and skill development.
·      
Foster a culture of accountability,
collaboration, and continuous improvement within the team, promoting teamwork
and cooperation to achieve shared objectives.
·      
Actively engage in team training, providing
guidance on best practices and maintaining a robust feedback loop to support
employee growth and performance.
Brand Equity and Customer Focus
·      
Strengthen brand positioning and customer
loyalty by delivering a consistent, customer-centered approach across all
channels.
·      
Act as a brand ambassador, reinforcing brand
messaging, customer experience, and quality standards to enhance the company’s
reputation and increase market visibility.
·      
Implement customer feedback systems and
continuously improve customer service initiatives to address evolving market
demands.
Communication and Stakeholder Engagement
·      
Act as a communication bridge between company
leadership and field teams, maintaining transparency and ensuring alignment
with corporate goals.
·      
Establish feedback loops to report insights,
performance updates, and strategic recommendations to the Managing Director and
senior management.
·      
Cultivate strong relationships with internal
and external stakeholders, including partners, suppliers, and key customers, to
drive collaboration and support growth objectives.