Lontor, a subsidiary of CIG Motor Nigeria Limited, is an international electronics and home appliance brand, known especially in markets like Nigeria. It produces a wide range of consumer products including lighting solutions, rechargeable fans, torches, kitchen appliances, air conditioners, power systems and solar energy products. The brand focuses on quality, innovation, design and energy efficiency, aiming to offer durable and user-friendly products for everyday use.
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Head of Marketing and Modern Trade (Lontor)
Location: Victoria Island, Lagos
Employment type: Full-time
Key Responsibilities
Channel & Shopper Marketing:
- Develop and execute shopper marketing strategies across modern trade channels
- Translate brand strategy into in-store and point-of-sale experiences
- Analyze shopper behavior and insights to drive conversion
- Design and implement promotions, activations, and campaigns tailored to retail environment.
Modern Trade Execution:
- Lead execution excellence across key accounts and organized retail
- Ensure product availability, visibility, and pricing compliance
- Drive sell-out performance through coordinated marketing and sales initiatives
- Collaborate with sales teams to deliver channel growth targets
Merchandising & In-Store Excellence:
- Define and implement merchandising standards and planograms
- Oversee in-store branding, displays, and POS materials
- Monitor and improve shelf share and product visibility
- Manage field teams and third-party merchandisers for execution consistency
Capability Development:
- Build capabilities within sales and merchandising teams on execution standards
- Develop training programs on product knowledge, brand messaging, and retail excellence
- Coach teams on shopper engagement and in-store selling techniques
- Establish performance tracking and continuous improvement frameworks
BTL (Below-the-Line) Marketing & Activations:
- Plan and execute BTL campaigns including in-store promotions, roadshows, and activations
- Ensure alignment with overall marketing calendar and brand campaigns
- Track effectiveness and ROI of activation programs
- Drive localized marketing initiatives to support retail partners
Social Media & Digital Support:
- Support digital campaigns with a strong linkage to retail and conversion
- Align social media activities with promotions, launches, and in-store campaigns
- Collaborate with digital teams to drive traffic to retail and e-commerce channels
- Monitor engagement and optimize content for shopper conversion
Key Performance Indicator
- Revenue & Channel Growth – 30%
- In-Store Execution – 20%
- Trade/BTL Effectiveness – 15%
- Shopper Marketing – 10%
- Digital & Brand Metrics – 10%
- Key Account Performance – 10%
- Capability Development – 5%
Requirements
Key Skills:
- Brand Management
- Strategic Promotion Planning
- Managing Relationships
- Creativity and Innovation
- Commercial Planning
- Competitive Analysis
- Negotiation Ability.
Application Closing Date
Not Specified.
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