Posted on :
2 Jul, 2019
2 Jul, 2019
Would you like to work in an international, innovative organization, where we produce high quality solutions and are constantly looking to enhance existing, and develop, new offerings?
Then Grundfos might be the place for you.
Job Description
Job Title: Area Marketing
A very attractive position has become available in an exciting environment: helping to position Grundfos across the African continent!
Sub Saharan Africa (SSA) covers more than 40 countries with a billion people, in great need of our products and services. Grundfos has been active in Africa since the 1960’s and currently employs more than 170 employees in SSA. Grundfos has companies is South Africa, Kenya and Ghana and in addition, have offices in Tanzania and Nigeria.
Great development opportunities and flexibility in how you build your career and develop your skills await you!
What is the job about?
As an Area Marketing Director, you will, in collaboration with the Area Managing Director, Regional Marketing Director and area sales management, develop the strategy, targets and priorities for the area. This shall be clearly aligned with the go to market approach and customer groups within the area.
The “go to market” approach for SSA is very much linked to 2 key domains. Firstly, focusing on our Distribution Partners across all markets with special attention being given to building the strongest distribution network across Sub-Saharan African. This requires heavy support from a marketing perspective which will comprise the entire mix of marketing and communication disciplines, but with specific emphasis on supporting this channel to market.
Secondly, a major part of the business environment is linked to the “CSR-domain”. This refers to Aid and NGO organizations as well as private and larger multi nationals who concentrates predominantly on providing water and sanitation into Africa. From a marketing and communication point of view, this domain is key for building our success!
Some Of Your Responsibilities Will Be As Follows
What do you need to apply?
To be considered for this role, you should have the following:
Additional Information
If this sounds appealing to you, please upload your CV/resume and cover letter today via our Careers portal.
Deadline for applications is July 7, 2019.
We look forward to hearing from you.