Company: Deepa Industries (Tropical Heat)1. Position: Graphics Designer
Purpose of the Position: Prepares visual presentations by designing art and copy layouts.
Functional Responsibilities:
Meeting with Directors, Research Manager and Business development Manager to discuss the business objectives and requirements of the job;
Interpreting the business needs and developing a concept to suit their purpose;
Developing design briefs by gathering information and data through research;
Using innovation to redefine a design brief within the constraints of cost and time;
Presenting finalized ideas and concepts to the Directors
Working with a wide range of media, including photography and computer-aided design (CAD);
Prepares work to be accomplished by gathering information and materials.
Plans concept by studying information and materials.
Illustrates concept by designing rough layout of art and copy regarding arrangement, size, type size and style, and related aesthetic concepts.
Obtains approval of concept by submitting rough layout for approval.
Prepares finished copy and art by operating typesetting, printing, and similar equipment.
Proofreading to produce accurate and high-quality work;
Contributing ideas and design artwork to the overall brief;
Demonstrating illustrative skills with rough sketches;
Working on layouts and artworking pages ready for print;
Keeping abreast of emerging technologies in new media, particularly design programs such as InDesign, QuarkXPress, FreeHand, Illustrator, Photoshop, 3ds Max, Acrobat, Director, Dreamweaver and Flash;
Developing interactive design;
Working as part of a team with printers, copywriters, photographers, stylists, illustrators, other designers, account executives, web developers and marketing specialists
Ensures operation of equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer's instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs; maintaining equipment inventories; evaluating new equipment.
Completes projects by coordinating with outside agencies, art services, printers, etcRequired Qualifications
College/University graduate; Graphics design
At least three years working experience as a Graphics DesignerCompetencies
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Detail oriented and works with a high degree of accuracy
Highly organized and flexible
Must be self-directed and able to complete projects with limited supervision
Graphic Design Skills
Layout Skills
Creative Services
Customer Focus
Creativity
Flexibility
Attention to Detail
Deadline-Oriented,
Desktop Publishing Tools
Acute Vision
Handles Rejection positively2. Position: Sales Executive - HORECA
Purpose of the Positions:
To ensure full penetration for the portfolio of all customers and to grow the base of customers in the area of operation in the HORECA ChannelFunctional Responsibilities:
Identifying and establishing contact with potential customers proactively.
Achieving the monthly sales targets assigned.
Responding to sales inquiries from new and existing customers.
Delivering presentations of the company products in the HORECA business.
Maintaining the company’s contact database management with up-to-date contact, accurate and activity details.
Producing monthly sales reports and testing very new product releases to support product development team.
Ensuring effective internal communication within the Sales and Marketing team
Ensuring availability of the complete product line in the assigned market.
Maintaining a minimum stock level in the stock rooms as well as counters of each out let.
Maintain and report details of stock movement in each locations assigned.
Keeping a tight control on the outstanding level.
Providing maximum personal attention to avoid wastage of products.
Timely and frequent visits to the clients.
Operating within the company stipulated frame work.
Maintaining a healthy relationship with the customer support staff (merchandisers and shelf boys) in the different outlets.
Executing the role of merchandiser where ever applicable.Required Qualifications
Holder of a Diploma or Certificate in Sales and Marketing
Have 1-4 years’ experience in Merchandising in FMCG.
Proven experience in Customer relations in the HORECA channel.Competencies
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Detail oriented and works with a high degree of accuracy
Highly organized and flexible
Must be self-directed and able to complete projects with limited supervision
Good customer service
Positive image of the company
Pleasant personality3. Position: Marketing Coordinator
Purpose of the Positions:
Markets products by developing and implementing marketing and advertising campaigns; tracking sales data; maintaining promotional materials inventory; planning meetings and trade shows; maintaining databases; preparing reports.
Functional Responsibilities:
Implements marketing and advertising campaigns by assembling and analyzing sales forecasts; preparing marketing and advertising strategies, plans, and objectives; planning and organizing promotional presentations; updating calendars.
Tracks product line sales and costs by analyzing and entering sales, expense, and new business data.
Prepares marketing reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing sales data.
Keeps promotional materials ready by coordinating requirements with external suppliers; inventorying stock; placing orders; verifying receipt.
Supports sales staff by providing sales data, market trends, forecasts, account analyses, new product information; relaying customer services requests.
Researches competitive products by identifying and evaluating product characteristics, market share, pricing, and advertising; maintaining research databases.
Plans meetings and trade shows by identifying, assembling, and coordinating requirements; establishing contacts; developing schedules and assignments; coordinating mailing lists.
Monitors budgets by comparing and analyzing actual results with plans and forecasts.
Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading trade publications.
Accomplishes organization goals by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments.Required Qualifications
Holder of a Degree or Diploma or Certificate in Sales and Marketing
Have 1-4 years’ experience in FMCG as a Marketing Coordinator
Proven experience in Customer relationsCompetencies
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Detail oriented and works with a high degree of accuracy
Highly organized and flexible
Must be self-directed and able to complete projects with limited supervision
Direct Marketing, Market Segmentation
Excellent skills in; Marketing Research, Coordination, Project Management, Reporting Research Results, Understanding the Customer, Process Improvement, Initiative, Planning, Financial Skills.How to Apply:
If you are interested in the position and have the skills and competencies we are looking for, we would like to hear from you.
Please forward a copy of your updated resume indicating your current salary and expected salary to hr@tropicalheat.co.ke before close of business 7th November 2014.
