Senior Marketing & Sales Officer

Key Responsibilities

• Recommends revised/new products, services, and opportunities; 
• Participates in the development, launch, and distribution of new products and services;
• Participates in the revision of existing products and services to improve branding, promotion, and distribution; 
• Develops sales strategies for products and services aligned with the strategic direction and objectives of the Agency; 
• Monitors, evaluates, and reports on the effectiveness of marketing and sales strategies, campaigns, and activities. 
• Establishes sales objectives by creating a sales plan and targets in support of the Agency’s objectives. 
• Assists with developing pricing strategies to maximize the Agency’s revenue potential.
• Participates in project design and planning to ensure alignment with sales and revenue forecasting. 
• Participates in production planning to ensure adequacy to meet supply and revenue targets 
• Surveys consumer needs and trends to inform products and service development.
• Participates in the development and production of marketing and sales materials created by the Agency; 
• Participates in the implementation of marketing programmes and the expansion of sales opportunities. 
• Collects and provides competitive information such as pricing and promotional activities.
• Liaises with representatives at the Agency’s sales points and provides updates as required. 
• Contributes to the preparation and implementation of the Branch and Division’s strategic and operational plans and budget; 
• Participates in the planning and implementation of special projects undertaken by the Agency/Branch/Division; 
• Establishes and maintains effective relationships with marketing and sales professionals;
• Keeps abreast of trends in marketing and sales and recommends their adoption/application where appropriate to enhance effectiveness; 
• Participates in the coordination and execution of the Agency’s participation in exhibitions and other events; 
• Contributes to the development of relevant operating procedures and guidelines within the Agency. 
• Participates in relevant staff training as required; 
• Prepares and submits special and periodic (monthly, quarterly, and annual) analytical reports to the Head of the Branch; 
• Demonstrates/upholds the Agency’s core values in personal and professional behaviours;

Other Responsibilities 

• Performs any other related duties that may be assigned 

Required Competencies

The post-holder must be/demonstrate: 

• Target driven; 
• Team player; 
• Initiative, ingenuity, creativity, and innovation; 
• Strong interpersonal and customer orientation skills; 
• Excellent communication, negotiation, marketing, and sales skills; 
• Excellent research and analytical skills; 
• Good knowledge of the operations of the Agency: 
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; 
• Good presentation skills; 
• Good time management skills; 
• Good judgment, decision-making, and problem-solving skills; 
• Excellent planning and coordinating skills; 
• Ability to build strange and effective partnerships; 
• Proficiency in relevant computer applications and systems. 

Qualifications and Experience

• First Degree in Marketing, Management Studies, Business Administration, or related disciplines. 
• Training/Certification in Sales. 
• Training/Certification in Customer Service. 
• Three (3) years’ related experience 

OR

• Associate Degree or Diploma in Marketing, Management Studies, Business Administration, or related area 
• Training/Certificate in Sales 
• Training/Certification in Customer Service. 
• Minimum of 5 years related experience 

OR 

• Any equivalent combination of qualifications and experience; 
• Mediation and conflict resolution training/competence would be an asset 

SPECIAL CONDITIONS ASSOCIATED WITH THE JOB

• Normal office environment; 
• Island-wide travel required 
• Occasional forest environments with rugged terrain. 

We thank all persons who express an interest; however, only short-listed applicants will be contacted.