Exceptional opportunity for an experienced individual to become Head of
Marketing for Bayer CropScience in Eastern Africa, a subgroup of Bayer AG, and
one of the world’s leading innovative crop science companies in the areas of
crop protection, non-agricultural pest control, seeds and traits.
Reporting to Bayer CropScience Eastern Africa Country Division Head, this full
time position is based in Nairobi, Kenya.
Responsibilities
The Head of Marketing will work with a dedicated team of marketers and take
ownership for the marketing strategy.
The post holder will also be responsible for product positioning and pricing,
driving launch and product promotional activities (including advertising and
sales force tools) and will have the opportunity to tap into the expertise and
resources of the global Bayer organisation to build exciting and impactful
activity for Eastern Africa.
Qualifications
The successful candidate will have strong experience in marketing, a minimum of
ten (10) years, have an appropriate university degree as well as a professional
marketing qualification and have proven managerial ability.
The capacity to work with cross functional teams and the ability to communicate
persuasively is essential. Previous experience in the agriculture industry
would be a distinct advantage.
The role provides an excellent opportunity for a dynamic, motivated individual
to join a global workforce of 20,700 at Bayer CropScience and to really make
their mark in their profession.
How to Apply
Interested applicants should send their Curriculum Vitae and a covering letter
outlining their suitability for the role not later than 20th March 2012 to:
The Head, Human Resources and Communication,
Bayer East Africa Ltd,
PO Box 30321 – 00100 GPO,
Nairobi.
E-mail: hr.ke@bayer.com
Applications received after the deadline will not be considered.
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
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