CURRENT VACANCIES, INTERFACE TECHNOLOGIES , THURSDAY 23, FEBRUARY 2012

Its an exciting time of growth and development for the organization and we need a Head of Sales and Marketing (Strategy) to join our team.
We are a leading digital technology provider that has grown to be a one stop shop for scratchcard technology, e-identification and security solutions to institutions both at home and abroad. Our work is diverse. innovative, technologically advanced and highly confidential.

The Sales and Marketing function is central to the success of our technical, manufacturing, production and support teams. Our team provides the sales and marketing expertise to complement the technical skills at our organization and we are committed to delivering very high standards.

We are creating an environment that is stimulating, supportive and forward thinking. Our expertise attracts and engages outstanding people.
If you are interested in joining a unique organization with exceptional facilities and benefits then we would like to hear from you.

HEAD OF SALES AND MARKETING

OBJECTIVE/PURPOSE OF JOB LEVEL:
Development and implementation of the sales strategy to maintain and drive business growth
Development and implementation of the marketing strategy with a focus on creating and developing the brand, proposition and communications

DEPARTMENT: Sales and Marketing

REPORTING RELATIONSHIP
Functionally reports to: Managing director
Administratively reports to: Managing Director
supervises: All sales and marketing personnel

WORKING RELATIONSHIPS:
INTERNAL: All Departments as required
EXTERNAL: Vendors, Suppliers and Clients.

JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES/ ACCOUNTABILITES:
Senior sales and marketing manager in charge of all sales activities,
departments and personnel involved in sales and marketing field for the company.
Provides leadership to the day-to-day operations of the Sales and Marketing Department while maintaining focus on the organisation's strategic goals.
Member of the organization's Executive Committee.
Analyse sales statistics to determine business growth potential.
Establishes performance targets for all Sales and Marketing department employees and monitors performance on a continual basis in line with the organisation's policies and procedures.
Oversees all hiring, training and firing of personnel involved in Sales and marketing.
Develops, or participates with the senior staff in the development of the Strategic Marketing Plan for the organization.
Directs the department to achieve objectives established in the organization's Strategic Plan.
Coordinates sales marketing operations with all other departments/divisions of the oroanisations.
Develops and/or maintains and improves business relations with all customers of the organisation.
Seeks out and targets new customers and new sales opportunities, initiates action plan to approach and secure new business for the organisation.
Senior responsibility for all Trade Accounts Receivables, Monitors AiR aging on a proactive basis with his personnel, coordinates with the Finance department

EDUCATION QUALIFICATION:
A bachelor's degree in business related field
An MBA is highly desirable

EXPERIENCE:
At least 10 years of senior leadership experience in marketing and sales with a thorough knowledge of marketing principles, product or service management. sales and business development along with a demonstrated track record of success and performance.

REMUNERATION: Negotiable

KEY COMPETENCIES REQUIREMENTS:
Strong interpersonal skills, ability to communicate and manage well at all levels of the organization and with staff at remote locations essential.
Strong problem solving and creative skills and the ability to exercise sound judgment and make decisions based on accurate and timely analyses.
High level of integrity and dependability with a strong sense of urgency and results-orientation.
Strong understanding of customer and market dynamics and requirements.
Proven leadership ability to influence, develop and empower employees to achieve objectives with a team approach.
For more details on the above role, please contact us at the email address below.

METHOD OF APPLICATION
To apply, please send your CV and a covering letter to the following email address: folusanya@interfaceng.com

CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 6th of March 2012
Interviews will be held in the week commencing 19th March 2012