Sales and Marketing Manager Urban Nest Properties Limited

Sales and Marketing Manager
Branch: Lusaka
Type: Fulltime

We are excited to announce that we are looking for a competent and experienced sales and marketing manager to lead our sales and marketing department. As a sales and marketing manager, you will be responsible for developing and implementing effective sales and marketing strategies, managing the sales and marketing team, and overseeing the budget and performance of the department. You will also communicate with customers and stakeholders, identify new business opportunities, and ensure customer satisfaction and loyalty.

To be successful in this role, you should have a degree in business, marketing, or a related field, and at least two (2) years of experience in sales and marketing management. You should also have excellent leadership, communication, and analytical skills, as well as a strong knowledge of the market and industry trends. You should be familiar with digital marketing tools and be able to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

REQUIREMENTS

• Plan, organize, and implement market survey to obtain data that provides insight to market trends and consumer requirements
• Interpret data obtained from market research/survey to produce results useful in taking effective business decisions
• Carry out demographic surveys to identify potential customers
• Contact potential customers through emails, calls, and home visits to create product/service awareness
• Employ knowledge of company goals in carrying out marketing operations
• Establish good working relationships and rapport with clients to ensure continued patronage and minimal consumer attrition
• Oversee the activities of marketing teams to ensure assigned tasks and set goals are achieved
• Conduct surveys to determine possible reception of a new product by a target market
• Write statements and press releases for the promotion of product/services on media channels
• Prepare and present regular reports to management on the results and activities of marketing teams
• Oversee the design and publication of promotional materials such as ad posts and flyers
• Attend seminars and conferences to improve on existing job knowledge
• Monitor the performance of products in the market to modify marketing strategies where necessary.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Degree in Marketing or a related business program
• At least 2 years work experience in a fast paced sales environment
• Good communication skills
• Proven ability to meet and exceed sales quotas
• Proven track record of successfully managing customer relationships
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Highly self-motivated
• Strong verbal and written communication skills