PZ Cussons: PRODUCT MANAGERS (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.

PRODUCT MANAGERS
HPZ - Lagos
The Role: PRODUCT MANAGERS
The successful candidates will be required to:
• Take responsibility for the complete marketing mix of his/her product.
• Manage the process from consumer insight and understanding, through to product development, costing and pricing and commercial execution, including forecasting and stock management.
• Be a champion of his/her category and must be accountable for all elements of the product in its entirety.
• Deliver the Budget sales and profit targets.
• Make input into the long term strategy for the category.
• Conduct training to improve product knowledge.
• Tackle quality issues from product design through to after-sales service.

The Person: The right candidate must:
• Have a first degree in a technical related discipline.
• Have between three (3) to five (5) years working experience in the home appliances industry.
• Have marketing experience, ideally in related categories.
• Be a strong commercial thinker who has an eye for the market
• Be proficient with numbers.
• Possess efficient planning and execution skill as this is vital to the role.
• Be prepared to work in a high pressure environment.
• Be willing to travel extensively and engage with the market/sales teams.
• Posses a CAN DO attitude, exhibiting our core values – COURAGE, ACCOUNTABILITY, NETWORKING, DRIVE and 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/