Business Development Manager at Scode Ltd

  • Published date: May 9, 2024
  • Category: Management & Business Development
    • Location: Nairobi, Nairobi
  • Jop type:
  • Salary: Ksh Not mentioned
  • Company name: Jobs in Kenya

Job Description


Job ref: HR – BDM– 05 – 2024.


The incumbent will be in charge of management of the company’s sales operations: from demand creation, sales forecasting, distribution channel management and debt collection. As a key player in the management team, the post holder will take up significant responsibility in a fast-growing company with a focus on Renewable Energy Technologies (RETS). The post holder reports directly to the CEO


Duties and responsibilities:



  • Put in place sales and marketing strategies that are aligned to overall organizational plans, objectives and deliverables.

  • Lead the development and implementation of the annual sales and marketing plans

  • Take overall responsibility for the urban, peri- urban and rural markets and retail networks

  • Accomplish sales objectives by liaising with relevant internal teams such as finance and IT, supply chain, Sales and marketing officers to plan, develop, implement and evaluate sales action plans.

  • Build and maintain effective and fruitful relationships/rapport with clients which will include making periodic market visits, negotiations and trade promotions.

  • Prepare regular and adhoc reports on sales and marketing activities.

  • Review sales performance weekly and initiate appropriate action steps to deliver the set targets

  • Lead and motivate the sales team to achieve excellent customer relationships and business results

  • Events planning & Co-ordination, execution and tracking sales thereof.

  • Conduct marketing research to determine market requirements for existing and future products.

  • Liaison with the media and service providers for marketing and publicity purposes and ensures the brand image of the business is maintained at all times.

  • Oversee all market research activities and competitor analysis to identify patterns, market demand and requirements and ensure that the company aligns its activities and projects to the market.

  • Identify market opportunities by evaluating customer requirements; defining Scode

  • Ltd market share and develop strategies to increase market share

  • Use trending media platforms such as web and social marketing media & other electronic marketing techniques to inform customers of new products and generate sales.

  • Development of marketing activities in order to grow Scode ltd brand equity to achieve long-term sustainable and profitable growth, via Consumer Communication,

  • Promotions & events and innovation.

  • Liaise with other departments and external stakeholders on all matters related to

  • Marketing and Sales.

  • Coach and develop key talent within sales organization

  • Follow up on debts that may accrue in your business of making sales, ensuring the same is done in accordance to Scode Ltd credit policy

  • Any other duty as may be assigned by the CEO or his/her assignee.

  • Education and work Experience

  • Minimum University degree in any relevant field Marketing, Business

  • A minimum of 3 years senior sales experience gained in a mid-size to large organization with high professional and ethical standards

  • Particular strong experience in selling RETs

  • Experience of managing and leading sales teams across different product/service functions

  • Proven team-building and leadership skills (i.e. situational leadership)

  • Proven Experience in distribution of Last Mile Solutions

  • Proficient use of computer software such as word, excel, outlook, access, internet, dropbox etc


Skills and knowledge



  • Professionalism

  • Strong business acumen

  • Hands-on approach and people management

  • Strong focus on setting up and implementing structures and innovative sales strategies

  • Passion for planning and implementation

  • Show initiative and work with minimum supervision

  • Excellent organizational skills

  • Adaptability to both local and international business culture

  • High level of integrity



 

Method of Application



If you believe you fit the specifications for this job, please send your application, a detailed curriculum vitae and all relevant testimonials stating current position, expected salary, terms of service, email address and telephone contacts.


All applications should provide telephone and email contacts of three referees. All applications should bear the Job ref as provided above in the subject line. Applications should be sent to: kazi@scode.co.ke


Closing date for receiving applications will be CoB 17th May 2024


Reference and background checks will be carried out in conformity with SCODE ltd recruitment policy. SCODE LTD is an equal opportunity employer and female candidates are encouraged to apply.



  • Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.



 

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