Oando Nigeria Jobs: Lubes Technical Manager

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[attachimg=1] Oando Marketing is currently seeking a Lubes Technical Manager who is primarily responsible for developing and executing plans to meet the target for marketing Oando's lubricants. Determining lubricants prices for both retail and commercial sales in line with the company's minimum budgeted margins/Ltr and market competitions and also responsible for periodic reviews. Creating product awareness and driving the sales of lubricants in line with Oando's goals and objectives

Job Title: Lubes Technical Manager
Department: Lubes

SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

•   Develop strategies and plans for the nationwide development of Lubricants and related service offerings
•   Develop cost efficient formulations, that meet customers' needs and maximize the company margins
•   Plan, direct and coordinate customer service strategies and manage customer relationships
•   Provide approved price discounts and distributors' prices for product sales.
•   Provide up to date technical data and information on formulations and blending programmes for lubricants
•   Monitor market trends, competitor activities, consumer preference and position Oando's lubricants accordingly
•   Actively identify and initiate new/additional products development initiatives for various target consumer markets.
•   Liaise with technical partners for formulation, production of additional lubricants to meet international standards
•   Create product awareness and lead marketing promotions programme
•   Acquire new customers through new product development

REQUIREMENTS

•     A good university degree in Mechanical Engineering or related fields
•   Minimum of 10 years post graduation and relevant experience, 5 of which must be in a supervisory/managerial or equivalent capacity in a reputable organization.

Note: All candidates with less than 3 years post NYSC will be required to pass an aptitude test before they can be considered for interview.

For online application: Oando Plc Nigeria Careers

Deadline: Apr 18, 2011.

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