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  • Posted: Aug 30, 2021
    Deadline: Jun 3, 2021
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    Hotpoint Appliances Ltd was established in 1984. Its first store was located in the Sarit Centre shopping mall in Nairobi. In late 1990s Hotpoint was awarded the Sole Distributorship Agency for LG Electronics. Later on, it went on to acquire agencies for other global brands including Ariston, Westpoint and Kenwood. The company quickly expanded its operati...
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    Assistant Product Manager

    Duties And Responsibilities

    Hotpoint Appliances Limited has an exciting career opportunity in our Product Management & Sourcing Department. We are seeking for talented, dynamic, self-driven and results-oriented individual who is committed to excellent performance and participating in our growth strategy.

    Job Purpose

    • To lead the sales and marketing process and strategy for specific products (TVs, Home Theatres, Subwoofers, Voltage Protectors, Cables and Brackets).
    • To optimise revenue generation for the specific product line to meet business objectives.

    Job Responsibility and Accountability

    • Complete responsibility for the development of the product portfolio
    • Develop a strategy for the product portfolio
    • Evaluate and develop sales through various channels – Retail, Online, Wholesale, and B2B
    • Ensure product portfolio is relevant to the market based on local and global trends
    • Maintain and update rolling forecasts for all products in line with sales & inventory levels
    • Negotiate with suppliers for specifications, prices, terms and promotions
    • Resolve any quality issues with suppliers to get timely support and rectification
    • Maintain inventory levels to avoid overstocking or stockouts.
    • Have full product knowledge and impart the same to the sales team.
    • Execute timely promotions based on supplier discussions, channel requirements and inventory positions.
    • Prepare annual budgets based on strategic goals.
    • Have a HOW TOs strategy to achieve the budgets on a monthly basis
    • Create and update training materials.
    • Assist in conducting regular product training.
    • Assist with market survey reports.
    • Analyze distribution channel sales data and provide detailed reports on the same.
    • Advice the sales team on stock situations as and when required.
    • Assist in the development of sales promotions and other portfolio related marketing activities
    • Resolve any service issues from dealers.
    • Ensure correct pricing and descriptions of the products in the category.
    • Ensure website listing of products is active and accurate.

    Skills And Qualifications

    Qualification and Experience

    • Minimum qualification of a Diploma in business management or any other relevant field.
    • Previous experience of at least 3 years in a business development/planning role. Preferably in a similar industry.
    • Extensive knowledge of the retail market sector and consumer electronic products.
    • Have a passion for technological development and understanding of electronic product trends
    • Understanding of developing order forecasts and plans
    • Extensive financial & value chain knowledge.
    • Track record of team building and strategy implementation.

    Key Skills:

    • Good communication skills.
    • Excellent leadership skills.
    • Good problem-solving skills.
    • Good report writing and presentation skills.
    • Good negotiation skills.
    • Budget management skills.

    Method of Application

    Interested candidates are encouraged to send their applications through careers@hotpoint.co.ke on or before 3rd September 2021

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