FMCG Company Promotion & Events Organizer Job

Promotion & Events Organizer - FMCG

Location: Nairobi

Company Profile:

We are in the FMCG industry serving the markets in east and central Africa.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Promotions
• Liaison with Marketing Manager & Sales reps regarding promotions
• Planning, co-ordinating and attending promotional activities
• Meeting with clients to discuss upcoming events, proposals and follow up
• Visit key customers in order to plan for promotional activity and confirm details and requests prior to every promotion
• Booking of promoters through agencies/ booking private promoters
• Recruitment of promotional staff in line with the image of the brand and target market
• Providing product knowledge and training for promotional staff
• Communication with sales representatives and venue management – send through any relevant opportunities to the Marketing Department
• Arranging pre-promotion branding and merchandising
• Compiling, ordering, collecting and delivery of purchased items for our promotions and events
• Occasional collection and drop off of promotional items
• Purchasing, preparing and organising delivery of hampers
• Preparation of POS items for all wet tastings
• Attend promotions and ensure that promotions are being run according to the agreed mechanics and that promotional people are prepared
• Effectively organise the promotional resources and measure the return on investment for every promotion
• Downloading and organising of photos for promotions and displays in outlets
• Collect promotion & event feedback forms and photos from sales staff who attended events you could not
• Provide the Marketing Manager with a report post every promotion & event
• Submit a “Promotions planned” calendar weekly.

Job Competencies (Knowledge, Skills and Experience)

• Excellent planning and organizing skills and the ability to meet deadlines
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong IT skills (Microsoft Word – basic level, Excel and Power point – advanced level, Outlook, Compact (Internal programme)
• Ability to work under pressure
• Degree – Public Relations & Communications or Marketing
• 5 years of experience in a similar position in the FMCG Environment.

To apply for this position send your CV to mycv@myjobseye.com quoting the position in the subject line and preferred location. 

Kindly also mention your current/ last salary and benefits. 

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted