Sales & Marketing Administrator (Full Time Sales Job) – Soroti Fruits Limited

Deadline: 02/08/2024
Type: Full-time
Location: Soroti
Organisation: Soroti Fruits Limited

Role Summary

The Sales & Marketing Administrator will provide administrative support to the Sales & Marketing team, manage schedules, coordinate marketing campaigns, handle customer inquiries, and maintain customer databases. This role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.

Reporting To

Sales & Marketing Manager

Key Responsibilities

Administrative Support:

• Manage and organize schedules, meetings, and appointments for the Sales & Marketing team.
• Prepare and distribute sales and marketing reports, presentations, and other documents.
• Maintain accurate records and databases, including customer information and sales data.

Marketing Coordination:

• Assist in the development and execution of marketing campaigns, including digital marketing, social media, and print advertising.
• Coordinate the production of marketing materials, such as brochures, flyers, and promotional items.
• Monitor and report on the effectiveness of marketing campaigns.

Customer Relationship Management:

• Handle customer inquiries and provide excellent customer service.
• Maintain and update the customer relationship management (CRM) system.
• Assist in resolving customer issues and complaints.

Sales Support:

• Assist in the preparation of sales proposals, quotes, and contracts.
• Coordinate with the sales team to ensure timely delivery of products and services.
• Track sales orders and ensure they are processed and fulfilled accurately.

Event Coordination:

• Assist in planning and organizing trade shows, exhibitions, and other promotional events.
• Coordinate logistics, such as venue booking, transportation, and accommodation.

Market Research:

• Conduct market research to identify potential customers and market trends.
• Analyze competitors and provide insights to the Sales & Marketing team.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisors.

Qualifications, Skills, and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Computing/Statistics, BBA Marketing option, or any other business-related course.
• Two years of experience as a Sales & Marketing Administrator or similar role, preferably in the food industry.
• Strong understanding of sales and marketing principles.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and CRM software and marketing tools.
• Familiarity with inventory management and order processing systems.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Attention to detail and high level of accuracy in work.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Customer-focused with a positive attitude.
• Problem-solving skills and the ability to handle difficult situations.
• Team player with the ability to work independently when required.

Application Procedure

All candidates are strongly encouraged to send their applications accompanied by detailed curriculum vitae, copies of academic documents/transcripts and certificates, telephone contact, names and addresses of three referees to the:

Human Resource Office
Soroti Fruits Ltd
PO Box 154 Soroti
Email: hr@softe.co.ug

Note: Only online applications will be considered and shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

For more details, please visit our website https://www.softe.co.ug

Deadline: Monday, 02nd August 2024, by 5:30 pm.

About Soroti Fruits Limited
Industry: Sales & Marketing
Location: Soroti, Uganda

Soroti Fruits Limited was incorporated in 2011 as a government investment promotion initiative aimed at supporting value addition in fruit processing to promote industrial growth, income diversification, and increasing household incomes in the country. It is a subsidiary of the Uganda Development Corporation, established by an Act of Parliament. Its shareholders are the Government of Uganda through Uganda Development Corporation (UDC), which owns 80% of its shares, and Teso Tropical Fruits Cooperative Union (TEFCU), which owns 20%.