GlaxoSmithKline (GSK) Recruiting for Graduate Positions

GlaxoSmithKline (GSK) is recruiting into Various Graduate Positions and Experience Hired Roles. GSK is one of the world's leading research-based pharmaceutical and healthcare companies. We have a challenging and inspiring mission to improve the quality of human life by enabling people to do more, feel better and live longer. With a firm foundation in science, we discover, develop, manufacture and distribute prescription medicines, vaccines and consumer healthcare products. In pursuance of our growth objectives opportunity now exists for bright and talented individuals to join our company as: 1.)  Marketing Manager (OTC) Core Duties and Responsibilities     Conceptualize and develop strategic brand equity building effort priorities and annual category plans     Follow through implementations of the category plans to ensure attainment of business objectives     Initiate, manage & roll out key projects within category or as advised by management     Facilitate a working environment that fosters teamwork; trains and coach brand manager in marketing     Ensure strategic, efficient and effective management of brand A & P to achieve annual objectives. Job Requirements Education     A good degree in Pharmacy from a reputable University     Post graduate qualification(s) and relevant experiences Experience     A minimum of 8 years post NYSC     A minimum of 5 years of managing brands.     1-2 years managing brand team     Experience in managing the marketing mix 2.)  Brand Manager Core Duties and Responsibilities     Assist in the development of Market Activation Plans (MAPs) for brand in line with the agreed Growth     Priorities and Brand Vision work with Customer Marketing to ensure flawless execution of promotions.     Facilitate a working environment that fosters teamwork with the Extended Brand Team members (Trio) to ensure timely implementation of project plans.     Take ownership of brands and other assigned strategic functions that may relate to category Job Requirements Education     A very good first degree from a reputable University. An MBA is an added advantage Experience     1-5 years working experience.     Selling experience is an advantage a strong general business knowledge     Good knowledge of the advertising, media and marketing research disciplines 3.)  National Sales Capability Manager Core Duties and Responsibilities     Train and develop of sales Staff including Territory Managers and Account Managers     Facilitate training for the Customer Marketing and Modem Trade team, by identifying external training programmes both within and outside the company     Work with Managers to identify, develop and deliver solutions for current training requirements as determined by the Training Needs Analysis     Co-ordinate the Sales Induction Programme for all new joiners in the Sales Department     Effectively manage costs within the assigned annual Training Budget Job Requirements Education A very good first degree from a reputable University   Experience     Proven FMCG sales experience of at least 7 -8years     Leadership role of a Territory/Region Manager     Prior Training role     Broad in-depth knowledge of sales teams, people development and training-needs analysis.     Understanding of the FMCG environment, distributors, retailers and selling reps     Ability to interact and strategically use KOL's in the delivery of training content 4.)  Sales Business Development Manager Core Duties and Responsibilities     Generate Actionable MIS for the sales function     Run in-depth analysis at brand and geography level to identify business growth opportunity     Analyze syndicated research data to generate actionable MIS     Analyze forecast & stock plan     Delivers presentations and proposals     Maintain extensive knowledge of current market conditions. Job Requirements Education     A very good first degree from a reputable University Experience     2 to 3 years experience     Industrial Knowledge     Proven revenue generation     Sales experience 5.)  Customer Services Representatives. Core Duties and Responsibilities     Achieve Partner Account Sales Targets ( Volume and Value)     Forecasting/Stock planning     Build and maintain relationship with retailers     Coaching and train Partner's sales team. Job Requirements Education     A very good first degree / HND in any of the Sciences, Social Sciences or other relevant disciplines from reputable institutions Experience     Key Accounting Management     Territory Management Locations We seek candidates nationwide for this role. Specific locations of interest include: Maiduguri, Yola, Sokoto, Gombe, Jalingo, Birnin Kebbi, Kadunna, Kogi and Jos. 6.)  Sourcing Group Manager. Core Duties and Responsibilities     Management of Purchase to Pay Process     Implementation of Sourcing Group Management Process     Conduct contract negotiation & management     Ensuring supplier management and development Job Requirements Education     A very good first degree / HND In Business Administration / Social Sciences Degree and procurement qualification.     An MBA / ACA, Technical and professional certification, membership of the professional Procurement Institute will be advantageous Experience     5-7 years cognate experience in a similar role in an FMCG I multinational company an in-depth knowledge of the supply base and business requirements Remuneration GlaxoSmithKline assures a great working experience in a stimulating and challenging environment. Application Deadline 19th April, 2011 Method of Application Interested candidates should forward up-to-date resumes in Word format (*.doc) or (*.docx) to:  ng.career@gsk.com indicating the role as the Subject matter. 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