Digital Agency Sales & Marketing Manager

Digital Agency Sales & Marketing Manager
March 26, 2015 Job Description
Our client, a digital agency offering flexible ICT web solutions in web design, web based Monitoring and Evaluation (M & E) systems and reporting tools, mobile web applications, domain registration, web hosting, social media and internet marketing and other web design services, is looking to fill the
following position:
Sales & Marketing Manager
Reporting to the Managing Director, the successful candidate will be responsible for the development and performance of all sales activities.
Ensure quarterly and annual sales targets are met and perform revenue forecasts and win/loss reports that illustrate the team’s overall performance against quota.
This role has critical responsibilities in client acquisition, customer satisfaction and client retention.
The manager must have the skills to analyze work flow, evaluate systems and formulate plans.
Duties and Responsibilities
Set objectives – Develop a business plan and sales strategy for the market that ensures attainment of company sales goals and profitability.
Manage sales department – Provide leadership to the day-to-day operations of the sales & CRM department, while maintaining focus on the company’s strategic goals by recruiting, coaching, counselling, advising, supporting and motivating the team.
Innovation: Generate and deploy innovative tests and promotions that have the opportunity to significantly improve profitability and human impacts.
Develop and Manage all marketing, promotional and advertising activities
Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies to optimize use of technology within the company.
Senior responsibility for all Trade Accounts Receivables. Monitor A/R aging on a proactive basis with her/his team, coordinating with the Accounts Department
Continuous regular monitoring of clients’ situations and identification of issues, problems or potential problems. This includes regular written and verbal communication with the clients, including adherence to specific communication programs based on client size and firm policy.
Work with all departments to ensure customer success and retention.
Required Qualifications, Skills and Attributes:
Bachelors degree in a business related field, MBA is highly desirable,
Minimum of 5 years experience in a sales capacity, 3 + years Account Management/Client Relationship Management Experience
Proven leadership ability to influence, develop, and empower employees to achieve objectives with a team approach.
Excellent sales and negotiation skills
The ability to inspire, motivate and lead a team
Good planning and organizational skills
Understanding of basic business terms.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should send their application and MUST indicate current/last salary and expected salary with a copy of their CV info@echelonhc.com before 2nd April 2015.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.