business manager - sales and advertising

Education:

College/CEGEP. or equivalent experience.

Work setting:

Fast moving consumer goods (FMCG). Business.

Tasks:

• Analyze market research data to improve business decisions or activities .
• Assist in product development.
• Conduct economic or commercial surveys to identify potential markets for products or services.
• Develop communication strategies.
• Direct the development and maintenance of an organization's Internet and intranet sites.
• Direct the marketing strategies of establishments.
• Direct the production of educational and publicity programs and informational materials to awaken curiosity and interest in the subject matter.
• Establish distribution networks for products and services.
• Establish distribution networks for products and services .
• Evaluate an organization's Internet presence.
• Evaluate communication strategies and programs.
• Evaluate the marketing strategies used by establishments.
• Implement communication strategies and programs.
• Oversee the preparation of written material for website content.
• Review written material, such as reports, briefs, speeches, presentations and press releases.
• Develop promotional materials.
• Hire, train, direct and motivate staff.
• Manage contracts.
• Market business services.
• Write and edit press releases, newsletter and communications materials.
• Plan, direct and evaluate the activities of firms and departments that develop and implement advertising campaigns to promote the sales of products and services.
• Act as spokesperson for an organization.
• Advise clients on advertising or sales promotion strategies.
• Answer written and oral inquiries.
• Assist in the preparation of brochures, reports, newsletters and other material.
• Co-ordinate special publicity events and promotions.
• Conduct public opinion and attitude surveys.
• Maintain and manage digital database.
• Copywrite.
• Consult with clients after sale to provide ongoing support.

Computer and technology knowledge:

• Microsoft Publisher.
• Adobe Illustrator.
• Adobe Photoshop.
• MS Outlook.
• MS Word.
• Accounting software.
• Desktop publishing software.
• Project management software.
• Website creation and management software.
• Word processing software.
• MS Windows.
• Google Drive.
• Electronic mail.
• MS Office.
• WordPress.
• Quick Books.

Area of work experience:

Product development.

Area of specialization:

• Business analysis.
• Advertising.
• Business services.
• Communications.
• Customs services.
• Market research.
• Marketing.
• Public relations.
• Sales.
• Technical support.

Specialization/experience (business sales and services):

• Negotiation.
• Distribution.

Security and safety:

Confidential security clearance.

Transportation/travel information:

• Own vehicle.
• Valid driver's licence.
• Willing to travel overnight.

Work conditions and physical capabilities:

• Attention to detail.
• Fast-paced environment.
• Tight deadlines.
• Work under pressure.

Personal suitability:

• Client focus.
• Efficient interpersonal skills.
• Excellent oral communication.
• Excellent written communication.
• Flexibility.
• Initiative.
• Judgement.
• Organized.
• Team player.
• Dependability.
• Interpersonal awareness.
• Reliability.
• Creativity.
• Quick learner.
• Accountability.

Screening questions:

1. Are you available to start on the date listed in the job posting?.
2. Do you have experience working in this field?.
3. Do you meet the language requirements listed in the job posting for the position (English or French)?.

Experience:

5 years or more.

Green job:

Involves duties and responsibilities that lead to positive environmental outcomes.

Health benefits:

• Dental plan.
• Health care plan.
• Vision care benefits.

Financial benefits:

• Bonus.
• Commission.