Sales and Marketing Manager at CIMERWA Ltd

CIMERWA Ltd is Rwanda's largest cement manufacturer with a capacity of 100,000 tons of cement per year. PPC Ltd from South Africa has recently acquired a 51% shareholding in CIMERWA Ltd. The company operates a wet process technology plant in Muganza Sector, Rusizi District in Western Province. As part of its expansion plans the company is investing in a latest technology integrated plant with an installed capacity of 600,000 tons per annum. This additional capacity will cater for the country's growing demand for cement, and that of the region.

The following job opportunity is currently available at CIMERWA Ltd.

 1. Sales and Marketing Manager

Reporting to: Chief Executive Office of CIMERWA

Employment terms: One year renewable

Qualification and Experience

• Recognised degree in Marketing or any other related fields
• Drivers license (Class 8) will be advantageous
• 8 Years relevant experience of marketing and distribution in manufacturing or construction industry
• At least 5 years experience in customers relationship management
• Understanding and knowledge of the Cement markets nationally and regionally would be advantageous.

Other requirements:

• Strong commercial awareness and strong client liaison skills
• Extensive understanding of the manufacturing industry
• Flexibility and a talent for negotiation and connection
• Excellent leadership skills
• Excellent planning and management skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Ability to consistently perform under pressure
• Passion for excellence in his/her work
• Must have experience of sales, marketing, branding and distribution on the East African region;
• Ability to effectively liaise and build relationships with various stakeholders; '
• Excellent leadership ability, team management, and interpersonal skills;          
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills;
• Ability to work under tight deadlines and pressure;
• Good information, technology, communication and reporting skills;
• English and French Proficiency (Read; Write; Speak);
• Kinyarwanda and Swahili would be advantageous

HOW TO APPLY

Interested candidates are requested to submit the application at CIMERWA Ltd head office at BUGARAMA, RUSIZI District, Western Province or at its Liaison Office at KIMIHURURA, City of Kigali (next to World Vision Office Heading to African Bite and Flamingo Restaurant) and/or at the E-mail: cimerwa@cimerwa.rw ; copies of their Degree Certificates, application letter, detailed curriculum vitae and any other relevant certificates not later than Friday 18, April 2014.

Cimerwa Ltd is an equal opportunity employer, women are encouraged to apply.

BUSISIWE Legodi

Chief Executive Officer