Job Objectives

Co-ordinating promotional events/sponsorships as requested by NGO's or Charity organisations according to marketing and foundation strategy and budget, as well as financial policies and procedures.

Manage all CSI projects approved by the Foundation.

Manage the installation and audit of all informal branding projects in the region.

Ensuring compliance of all Company branding with Company standards, policies and procedures.

Monitoring the use of the Company Brand at events, sponsorships and promotions for consistent application and visibility in previously informal settlements/disadvantaged areas.

Attending promotions/sponsorships and hosting events to ensure compliance to programme in informal areas.

Compiling and archiving promotional reports for future reference purposes.

Ordering and supplying of promotional items.

Supplying and managing promotional resources in accordance with Vodacom standards and requirements.

Maintaining relationships with Community Service operators, service providers, dealers, corporate customers, field marketers, Company Foundation, Media and other relevant role-players.

Outputs

Monitored informal areas brand consistency

Co-ordinated events – CSI and Marketing

Provided Support

Maintained Relationships

Competencies

Knowledge and Skills

Attitudes

Qualifications

Experience

Other

Qualification & Experience :
Engineering degree or diploma, preferably in Civil Engineering
Sales and Marketing diploma or degree will be an added advantage
Minimum 5 years experience in the Petrochemical or Road construction industry
Bituminous product sales experience would be an added advantage
Refinery experience would be an added advantage

Knowledge :
General understanding of Petroleum business
Bitumen and associated products knowledge
Understanding of the Road construction industry
Sales and Marketing knowledge
Basic knowledge of finance
Basic knowledge of refining petroleum products
Customer relationship management

Skills :
Interpersonal relationship
Strong entrepreneurial and selling skills
Good analytical and problem solving skills
Communication skills
Strong negotiation skills
Computer literacy

Attributes :
Ability to work with people at all levels both internal and external
Team player
High stress tolerant
Persuasive

Key Purpose :
To manage and grow the Company Bitumen sales in the Inland area and Swaziland through direct interface with customers, Refinery, Road construction industry and its association in order to maximise profit into the Chemicals and Special Products business unit

Key Responsibilities :
Business growth and profitability
Customer relationships
Technical support services
Manage internal and external business interfaces
Working Capital Management
Asset management

Specific Outcomes :
Existing base business maintained and grown
New business opportunities identified and obtained
Business plan targets (Sales volumes and margins) achieved
Credit collection managed within agreed targets
Product quality problems addressed, changes and specifications updated
Utilisation of assets optimised
HSEQ standards developed, sourced and implemented
Operating and capital expenditure managed within allocated budge
Recognition of Company's position in the industry

Skills :
Time management
Co-ordination
Communication (written / verbal)
Interpersonal
Negotiation
Presentation
Leadership
Judgment
Decision making

Knowledge :
Cellular industry
Company products
Basic marketing principles
Sales
Marketing policies and procedures
Report writing
Project and event management
Cultural diversity
Computer literacy (MS Office)
Basic Financials
Administration

 
Attributes :
Team Player
Persuasive
Innovative
Adaptable
Outgoing
Detail and Quality conscious
Resilient
Reliability
Self starter
Ability to work under pressure
Diplomacy

Objectives :
To develop and implement a strategic marketing plan for the Port Elizabeth and George area linked to the high level marketing strategy for the Eastern Region / Company.
To conduct market research and gather intelligence about competitor activities throughout the region.
To explore new avenues for regional marketing to be involved.
Relationship building with service providers, dealers, corporate customers and field marketers in the region.
Translate business requirements into feasible marketing plans and activities and coordinating the implementation thereof within a multi-functional team (i.e. Marketing and Sales).
Planning and implementation of hospitality suites as well as ticket administration related to national sponsorships
Planning and implementation of all regional sponsorships, events and promotions and maximising the above through the use of retail promotions, competitions and giveaways.
To initiate and co-ordinate socially responsible initiatives within the region and assist with national initiatives.
Monitor brand consistency in the region and control the branding stock room.
Interaction with regional media by means of specific initiatives.
Compile monthly reports on all events, promotions, sponsorships, publicity and brand consistency as per set criteria.
Co-ordinate financial documentation and payment for all creditors as per financial policies and procedures.
Co-ordinating promotional events/ sponsorship as required by NGO’s or CBO’s organisation according to marketing and foundation strategy and budget, as well as financial policies and procedures.
Manage all CSI projects approved by the Foundation.
Manage the installation and audit of all informal branding with the Company standards, policies and procedures.
Indentify opportunities and threats in the marketing environment
Provide leadership in planning and implementation of marketing strategies.  

Outputs :
Co-ordinated events
Co-ordinated Ad hoc sponsorships
Co-ordinated promotions
Co-ordinated social responsibility initiatives
Maintained relationships
Monitored brand consistency
Compiled reports

Skills :
French communication skills (fluent)
Experience working in African markets
Relevant tertiary qualification

Personal Qualities :
Cultural sensitivity
Drive/energy
Results and action orientation
Detail orientation
Entreprenual spirit
Information seeking
Judgement and decision making
Strategic thinking
Organising and planning skills
Problem solving
Negotiation skills
Interpersonal skills
Management experience
Relationship building and networking

Outputs :
Carry out agency visits and assess  performance
Identify key (new) markets within SSA in discussion with GM and CEO
Identify and assess new agents
Maintain relationships with agents
Look for new sales opportunities within markets
Provide input into agency and franchise agreements
Prepare monthly reports