Brand Executive (French Speaking)

A large international FMCG group requires Adexen Recruitment Agency to look for a Brand Executive to manage all VFM brand activities in francophone West Africa

Responsibilities:

Recommend changes to brand programmes
Assist Brand Manager in the development of a strategic plan for respective brand(s)
Recommend brand attributes to be reinforced based on brand’s role in portfolio
Support definition of high level brand programmes
Assist Brand Manager in the development and execution of an operational brand plan
Recommend venues and communication channels while supporting development of message content
Recommend schedule for brand events and monitor implementation and results of operational brand plan
Monitor and report brand expenditure to ensure it does not exceed budget defined in operational brand plan
Analyze market research data in order to understand brand issues and market opportunities
Develop ideas on product innovation in order to achieve competitive advantage
Provide insights around brand strategy in the development/ implementation of trade programmes by Trade area
Also, work in conjunction with Trade area to ensure that product is correctly managed throughout the supply chain and brand programmes are effectively implemented by trade team in respective markets.
Select in conjunction with Marketing Service Team adequate touch points for designed brand programmes.
Liaise with Marketing Service Team to ensure smooth execution and evaluation of brand activities.
Develop close relationship with external agencies to ensure day-to-day activities related to brand programmes are performed with required quality and agreed cost & timescales as defined in operational brand plan

Qualifications et experience:
A Bsc. degree from a reputable university
Must have some experience in Brand management
Must be fluent both oral and written in French and English languages.
Good knowledge of the West Africa francophone markets would be an advantage
Experience monitoring sales volumes, market share, and brand financials (P&L)
Good knowledge of Consumer engagement, Brand programme development, Project monitoring and management
Must have good negotiation and influencing skills
Relationship management of agencies and suppliers.

To apply for this position, kindly follow this link below.

http://www.adexen.com/en/offer_NGA04...executive.html

Only candidates who apply through in this link who meet the criteria will be shortlisted