PZ Cussons: HEAD OF CATEGORY -KITCHEN SOLUTIONS (Lagos)

PZ Cussons operates in Africa, Asia and Europe with its strategy built on four core principles. We operate in selected markets that have the potential for future growth, both in mature and emerging markets. Our presence across Africa, Asia and Europe ensures a naturally balanced portfolio of global markets, which we continually review to ensure they provide the Group with the best opportunities for profitable growth. We take pride in our knowledge of local markets which enables us to respond quickly and appropriately to local needs. We develop leading brands for the markets in which we operate. Whilst some have global reach, the majority of our brands are sold only in local and regional markets as we create products that are particularly suited to local needs and tastes. Our strategy is to grow these brands so they achieve category leading positions in their markets and we continually review and expand the categories in which we operate to ensure profitable growth. We are proud of our portfolio of category leading brands which are developed to satisfy the particular needs of local consumers. We operate world class supply chain networks that enable us to deliver our brands quickly and efficiently to our local consumers. Our distribution systems vary by market type, from traditional supply chain models in mature markets to extensive nationwide depot networks in emerging markets. We continually adapt our methods of distribution to suit our local markets and to changing market needs. We take pride in our flexible distribution capability which is tailored specifically for the local market. We recruit, develop and retain a great team of people who are aligned with our values and who can drive our plans for growth. Our aim is to create a high performance culture offering career experiences and development. We work together as a true meritocracy where leadership is determined by talent.

HEAD OF CATEGORY -KITCHEN SOLUTIONS
HPZ - Lagos
The Role: HEAD OF CATEGORY – KITCHEN SOLUTIONS
The successful candidate will be required to:
• Manage the largest and most important group of product categories in the business.
• Lead a team of Product Managers in the delivery of the Group long and short term objectives both strategic and financial in regards to all our kitchen product categories.
• Creatively shape and drive the direction of all the categories
• Identify opportunities in the market, driven by a deep understanding of the consumer and the Nigerian market dynamics.
• Lead with the vision to achieve and maintain number one market position in all the kitchen categories using the full range of marketing tools available.

The Person: The ideal candidate must:
• Have strong academic qualifications (minimum degree level, MBA will be an added advantage).
• Have a minimum of ten to twelve (10–12) years work experience in an FMCG organisation.
• Have a proven and successful track record in marketing or related roles ideally within the Home Appliances industry.
• Have strong knowledge of the Nigerian market and consumers.
• Possess good leadership skills for the achievement of team’s objectives.
• Have excellent management skills, to be able to set direction and also micro-manage issues for successful project delivery.
• Be strong in financial management and excellent with numbers.
• Be able to quickly and effectively translate the feedback from the market into appropriate strategies and tactics. • Posses a CAN DO attitude, exhibiting our core values – COURAGE, ACCOUNTABILITY, NETWORKING, DRIVE, ONENESS.

Please note that only short listed candidates would be contacted.

Closing date: 25 Jan 2011

Click here to apply: http://www.pzcussons.com/pzc/working/pzinigeria/vacancies/