Sc Johnson Kenya Limited is a subsidiary of sc Johnson & Son group of companies, a global manufacturer and marketer of high-quality brand-name products for consumers throughout the world. The company markets and distributes Kiwi, Baygon, Mr. Muscle, Raid, Ridsect and Glade branded products in Kenya.
The following opportunity exists:
Reporting to Director, General Manager - East Africa Portfolio management to maximise local shares and profits based on plansDecide strategic priorities for local business and cross category investmentDevelop brand media, pricing and promotion strategies in alignment with CoE guidanceLiaison with Sales to establish commercialisation plans for all New Product Development Current Business DevelopmentDecide on local business targets and performance standardsRecommend corrective actions to achieve share and profit objectivesOversee local cost savings projects and initiativesMaintain broad perspective and knowledge of factors affecting local businessLead development of local budgetOversee monthly forecasting as part of S&OP processKey liaison with local SalesDevelop local MR plan and liaison with Sales to develop Customer Marketing MR planResponsible for media budget; supervise relationship with media buying agency and auditorPeople Management & DevelopmentHelp direct reports create individual development plansTrain the local marketing teamUniversity degree required (MBA preferred), with a minimum of 7 years marketing experience in FMCG environment.A minimum of 2 years’ experience in achieving proven commercial results ¡n developing existing brands as well as a minimum 2 years’ experience in launching significant NPD (new launch or significant relaunch) is required.Strong awareness of trade customer is essential; some sales management experience is required.Participation in, and leadership of, several successful cross-functional teams will be an advantage.Align with strategy and company directionAnalytical and creative thinkingHighly self-motivated and results orientedInnovative and business analysis (Strong business acumen)Strong communication and interpersonal skillsAdvocacy skillsHigh level of numeracyInterested candidates who meet the above criteria should send their applications, accompanied by detailed (Vs and daytime telephone contact to:
The HR Manager
sc Johnson & Son Kenya Limited
RO. Box 30457-00100 GPO
Nairobi Or keinfo@scj.com
Applications close on 24/04/2013.

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Brand Manager

SC Johnson Kenya Limited is a subsidiary of SC Johnson & Son group of companies, a global manufacturer and marketer of high-quality brand-name products for consumers throughout the world. 

The company markets and distributes Kiwi, Pledge, Mr. Muscle, Windex, Glade, Raid, Baygon and Ridsect branded products in Kenya.

Applications are invited to fill the above vacant position. 

The successful candidate will report to the Marketing Manager.

Key Responsibilities:
 
The main responsibilities for this role include: -

Strategic Development
Review analysis of information and recommended opportunities; makes local business strategy proposal to Marketing ManagerNew Product Development Help in launching new brands into the market to exploit any identified opportunities.Review the brand packaging, image and competitiveness to assess any areas of possible improvement whilst seeking to establish and infringement of royalty.Current Business Development
Monitor trends in the market that are indicators for the need of new products, price changes, promotional need or advertising or other long term branding strategy.Build relationships with other functions for effective implementation of plans Brand Equity ManagementProtect and build brand equities by ensuring that all brand activity, from innovation through to communication, is aligned with the brand positioning, values and characterBusiness Planning
Develop financially sound business plans to achieve stated guidelines.The applicant must have the following minimum qualifications:-

Experience and Qualifications
Graduate with a degree in Marketing or Business Management with at least 3 years’ experience in the fieldMarketing experience in a FMCG environmentExperience in the use and analysis of both qualitative and quantitative consumer research.Previous sales experience and international experience an advantage.Previous coaching and management experience an advantage.If you meet the above criteria, please send your application and curriculum vitae to the undersigned:

HR Manager
keinfo@scj.com

Applications close on 18/1/2013

SC Johnson Kenya Limited is a subsidiary of SC Johnson & Son group of companies, a global manufacturer and marketer of high-quality brand-name products for consumers throughout the world. The company markets and distributes Kiwi and Ridsect branded products in Kenya.
The following opportunity exists for accomplished professionals:

Security Manager

Reports To: Operations Director
 

Supervise in-plant security systems ensuring that plant and equipment, resources, staff and visitors are safe and secure.Keep management and staff up-dated on security developments and/or risks that may affect the company and makes recommendations to minimise such risks.Supervise and regularly appraise security contractors per agreement ensuring that all company policies and practices related to these are adhered to.As and when required liaise with Governmental and other institutions in the named countries including the  Police, Law Courts, Revenue Authority, Bureau of standards, Local Administration and Weights and Measures Departments.Conduct investigations into all reported cases of theft, fraud, accidents, damages, injuries, assault and where requested customer complaints.Develop information and intelligence systems and other support mechanisms to prevent IPR violation of company brands and facilitate prosecution of offending parties.Work closely with the SHE officer to ensure in-plant safety.Support management to observe compliance of corporate policies.Minimum Qualification & Experience Required:O level education and training in security matters.At least 4 years experience in industrial security experience in a reputable organizationWorking knowledge of alarm and other modern systemsUndergraduate degree will be an added advantageStrong investigative skillsAnalytical ability and working knowledge of computersValid vehicle driving licenceHands-on approachHighly self motivated and results orientedStrong people management, communication, report writing, interpersonal and advocacy skillsPersonal integrity and high ethical valuesInterested candidates who meet the above criteria should send their applications, accompanied by detailed CVs and daytime telephone contact to:

HR Manager,
SC Johnson & Son Kenya Limited
email: keinfo@scj.com

Applications close on 19 July 2012