[Job Vacancy] Marketing Director, Nigeria at Japan Tobacco International (JTI)

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Japan Tobacco International (JTI) is a member of the Japan Tobacco Group of Companies. Our 45,000 people come from all over the world, representing more than 100 nationalities. We market world-renowned brands in more than 130 countries with 409 offices, 29 factories, and 8 research & development centers.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title:  Marketing Director, Nigeria

Job ID: 80961
Location: Victoria Island, Lagos
Contract type: Permanent
Professional area: Marketing
Professional level: Experienced

Position Purpose

• We are looking for a Marketing Director, Nigeria. The incumbent will be responsible for Portfolio Management, Budgeting, Strategy Development, Key stakeholder management, Leading & coordinating brand, Coaching & Development. 
• The incumbent reports directly to the General Manager, Nigeria.

Main Areas of Responsibilities

• Lead portfolio strategy to ensure all portfolio gaps are addressed, brand pricing strategies are built to ensure JTI competitiveness.
• Drive long term equity of our brands- packaging, activation, POSM etc
• Establish and maintain strong business relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Channel planning, trade segmentation, cycle planning, development of trade loyalty programs; understand and drive to satisfy the changing needs of consumers to ensure JTI portfolio sustainability.
• Recruit, motivate, coach & develop the professional team reporting directly and indirectly to the incumbent.
• Participate in the preparation and delivery of Business review, A&SP presentations, as well deliver as per agreed plan through developing M&S strategies and programs.
• Develop the strategic direction for thorough in-depth analysis of current markets, drawing up a priority list and developing market entry plans with the local & regional teams based on consumer & trade insights.

Qualifications, Experience & Skills

• University Degree in Business Administration or its equivalent
• 10-15 years’ experience in Marketing & Sales
• Fluency in written and spoken English
• Knowledge in MS Office and marketing standards in tobacco industry is a plus

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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