MARKETING / BRANDING EXECUTIVE VACANCY AT ASCENTECH SERVICES LIMITED

Ascentech Services Limited is a full-fledged Human Resource Solution Provider incorporated in 2013 with its Head Office in Lagos, Nigeria. We are committed to forging long-term partnerships with our clients by creating and delivering robust and flexible services that address the changing needs of their business.
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Marketing / Branding Executive
Location: Lagos
Role and Responsibilities
Develop the country marketing strategy and marketing plan underpinned on deep insights and sharp brand positioning in partnership with company leadership.
Participate in the annual sales budgeting exercise and lead development of marketing plans.
Execute marketing plan to the highest possible standard and maximizing results by meeting set targets.
Provide marketing support partners for Creative, Activation, Media, PR, ensuring effective marketing plan
Plan and conduct market researches with consumers/customers for insights gathering, new product development etc.
Build a new product pipeline and drive product development through R&D and manufacturing for successful launch.
Work closely with Sales for successful implementation of marketing & promotional programs across Retail and Foodservice channels.
Channelize ideas and market/ customer feedback from sales to improvise and launch new programs.
Plan and execute consumer/ customer out-reach programs and events (food shows, festivals, consumer engagement etc.)
Develop marketing capability by hiring, training and supporting team members.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree or equivalent is a must.
MBA in Marketing or an equivalent professional qualification would be a plus.
Minimum 2-3 years of marketing/branding executive experience preferably in FMCG or Retail industry
Strong understanding of the Nigerian customer and FMCG market dynamics
Skills:
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Strong professional presentation skills.
Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail.
Collaborative approach to problem-solving.
Aptitude for technical understanding of products and manufacturing processes
Works well under deadline pressures; ability to prioritize and manage multiple and conflicting priorities.
Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office products.
Application Closing Date
30th September, 2019.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV (MS Word format) to: cv@ascentech.com.ng using the "Job title" as the subject of the email.