Product Manager

at  Media24

ON THE DOT, A SUBSIDIARY OF MEDIA24 IN GAUTENG, CURRENTLY REQUIRES THE SERVICES OF A DEMAND PLANNER/PRODUCT MANAGER.

We seek to appoint a dynamic and energetic individual to assume the responsibility of Demand Planner/Product Manager, reporting to the Category Manager. The position will be based at their offices in Johannesburg.

REQUIREMENTS

• Relevant tertiary education in sales, marketing and/or logistics
• 3-5 years’ experience within a sales / target driven environment including experience managing accounts
• Proficiency in relevant software packages and applications
• Knowledge of sales strategies and concepts
• Good understanding of developing sales reports

PRIORITY SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

• Forecasting Knowledge and or affiliation for numbers
• Sales trend Analysis
• Deadline driven
• Able to work under extreme pressure, and flexible working hours
• Apply logical thinking to incorporate operational needs
• Able to work in structured fashion in an ever-changing environment
• Building customer relationships

ADDITIONAL SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

• Excellent communication skills
• Problem solving skills
• Negotiation skills
• Goal orientated and motivated to succeed
• Organizational and administrative skills
• Attention to detail
• Presentation skills
• Team player

To forecast supply based on sales history, generate sales, service a portfolio of accounts, and maximize revenue and account handling in order to sell the Company’s products/services within the geographic or product boundaries and thereby meet predetermined targets, revenue, and circulation. A broad understanding of the geographic areas in South Africa is essential.