Marketing Manager at Ascentech Services Limited

Ascentech Services Limited is a full-fledged Human Resource Solution Provider incorporated in 2013 with its Head Office in Lagos, Nigeria. We are committed to forging long-term partnerships with our clients by creating and delivering robust and flexible services that address the changing needs of their business.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Marketing Manager

Location: Sango Ota, Ogun
Employment Type: Full-time
Experience Level: Mid–Senior Level
Reports To: General Manager / Managing Director
Industry: PET Preforms & Bottles / Plastic Packaging

Job Summary

• We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Marketing Manager with a proven track record in the sales and marketing of PET preforms and bottles within Nigeria.
• The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and executing effective sales strategies, expanding market share, building strong customer relationships, and achieving business growth objectives.
• The ideal candidate must possess strong leadership, communication, and analytical skills, with the ability to manage a team, explore new business opportunities, and drive overall profitability.

Key Responsibilities
Sales & Business Development:

• Develop and implement sales strategies to increase market share in PET preforms and bottles across Nigeria.
• Identify, prospect, and establish new business relationships with distributors, bottling companies, and manufacturing clients.
• Maintain and grow relationships with existing customers through excellent service delivery and account management.
• Achieve and exceed monthly and annual sales targets.
• Analyze sales data, market trends, and competitor activities to identify new opportunities.

Marketing & Strategy:

• Design and execute marketing campaigns to promote PET preform and bottle products.
• Conduct market research to assess customer needs, preferences, and emerging industry trends.
• Collaborate with management to set pricing strategies and promotional plans.
• Coordinate with the production and logistics teams to ensure timely product delivery and customer satisfaction.
• Participate in trade shows, exhibitions, and industry events to promote company products.

Client Relationship Management:

• Serve as the main point of contact for key clients, addressing inquiries and resolving issues promptly.
• Negotiate and close contracts, ensuring profitability and long-term partnerships.
• Provide after-sales support and follow-up to ensure customer satisfaction and repeat business.

Team Management & Reporting:

• Supervise and mentor sales and marketing staff to achieve departmental goals.
• Prepare and present weekly and monthly performance reports to management.
• Monitor sales performance metrics and recommend improvement strategies.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business Administration, or a related field (MBA is an advantage).
• Minimum of 5 years’ proven experience in sales and marketing of PET preforms, bottles, or similar plastic packaging products.
• Strong knowledge of the Nigerian packaging, plastics, and FMCG market.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Strong business acumen with a results-oriented mindset.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and CRM tools.
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel as required.

Key Skills & Competencies:

• Sales Planning & Forecasting
• Business Development & Client Retention
• Market Research & Competitor Analysis
• Team Leadership & Motivation
• Strategic Thinking & Problem Solving
• Negotiation & Closing Skills
• Strong Customer Focus.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: cv@ascentech.com.ng using “Marketing Manager (PET Preforms & Bottles)” as the subject of the email.