Cybersecurity Brand Manager

To manage the daily running of the assigned brand/s. To continuously strive to grow the success of the assigned brands within First Distribution and be closely involved in all areas related to the brand from a sales and operational perspective.

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PERFORMANCE STANDARDS

• Driving Gross Profit targets through Resellers.
• Selling First Distribution’s product portfolio within existing Resellers.
• Recruitment of new Resellers.
• Display key competencies of product knowledge and brand programs across the relevant portfolio of products.
• Bi-weekly sales review with Line Manager.
• Drive Sales Strategy and overview sessions with resellers.
• On-boarding processes within accounts: operational, sales, technical processes.
• Build and manage effective relationships with relevant team members and resellers.
• Ensure the satisfactory execution of the aligned business plan in conjunction with your Line Manager and Brand Managers.
• Demonstrate the ability to Identify and Qualify new deals and partners in order to sustain the required levels of pipeline and target coverage
• Report opportunity details to the Line Manager and brand managers on a regular basis (weekly) showing deal progression and pipeline creation using the Customer Relationship Management system.
• Ensure that sales targets are achieved and report any deviations with detailed explanations.
• Ensure targeted profit margins are achieved.
• Ensure brand rebates are realized.
• Ensure adherence to Call Plans.
• Ensure weekly activities and minutes of meetings are reported to the Line Manager.
• Ensure sales reports and sales forecasts are submitted to Line Manager.

Manage the Brand Sales performance and operational excellence

• Driving revenue and GP targets for the assigned brand/s across the full territory where we have distribution rights.
• Continuously support sales growth in all regions.
• Executing on and aligning with Vendor objectives.
• Driving Vendor Strategy and portfolio within existing and new targeted accounts.
• Understand Vendor strategy, programs, and complete portfolio of products.
• Run Quarterly Business Review Sessions with the vendor.
• Partner recruitment and Development – Operational processes.
• Build and manage relationship with Vendors team members.
• Understand in detail the vendors rebate programs and ensure alignment to maximise rebate attainment.
• Report opportunity details to Vendor on a regular basis (as required by the vendor) showing deal progression and pipeline creation using the CRM (Customer Relationship Management) system.
• Ensure that sales targets are achieved and report any deviations with detailed reasoning.
• Management of the brand budget and P&L.
• Balance the income statement and any General Ledger accounts assigned to the brand at least monthly.
• Manage any stock and ensure optimal stock is purchased and avoid stock aging.
• All Warehousing and Logistics associated to assigned brand/s.
• Control the Operating profit for the brand in accordance with the budget.
• Pipeline management using CRM – ensure accuracy is always maintained.
• Manage pricing and margins to maximise profitability.
• Ensure the accuracy of product codes and pricing.
• Remain updated with product changes and required training certifications.
• Ensure all staff who require training are trained and all certifications are maintained.

Marketing Management

• Conduct Marketing Planning sessions and take Accountability for the Marketing plan.
• Work with both EMMC and Vendor Marketing teams to ensure the effectiveness of all Marketing activities.
• Partner Enablement (Target, Certifications, growth).
• Develop a Business Development Plan that documents the key sales & marketing strategies and a management system that measures performance and success.
• Align marketing activities in each region appropriately.
• Work on growing market share.
• Understand the competitive landscape and develop strategies to maintain competitive advantage.
• Ensure customer enablement is run frequently, and customers are always updated with the latest from the vendor.

People Management

• Manage the Sales Specialists and ensure they are performing their role according to defined KPI’s targets etc.

OUR CORE VALUES:

• Trust

It is the starting point of being able to work together. When we trust, we feel safe.

Be happy at work and love what you do. This is an overall productivity booster and enhances performance.

• Teamwork

Strive to work productively in cooperation with one another, fostering a healthy atmosphere with mutual support, thus allowing everyone to achieve their own work-related goals.

• Integrity

Be honest and truthful in your dealings with peers, customers, and vendors.

• Accountability

Accountability allows us to learn. Be accountable for the consequences of your actions.

• Respect

Respect is not only a promise, but it is supported by actions.

• Passion

Passion is the energy that keeps us going. Everyone at Epsidon puts their heart into their work and is passionate about becoming the best version of themselves.

Professionalism and positivity are the demonstrated attitudes with internal and external stakeholders.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Grade 12
• IT Diploma/Degree would be advantageous
• Cybersecurity Background
• A minimum of 5 years of Business Development Management experience in the IT Industry
• Have strong interpersonal and communication skills with staff at various levels
• Creative, solution-driven attitude
• Be willing to work in an agile environment where changes are frequent and technologies evolve
• Experience in business/commercial management (budgeting, cost-benefit analysis, product pricing)

Skills and Abilities

• Strong Self Motivational and Empowerment skills.
• Strong Communication Skills.
• Strong Relationship and Self-Management Skills.
• Takes Initiative.
• Works well with all kinds of people.
• Remains calm under pressure.
• Proven account management or other relevant experience.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate, present, and influence credibly and effectively at all levels of the organisation.

Ability to meet Job Requirements:

• Own reliable transport and a valid driver’s license.

Office Requirements:

• Work-from-office environment.
• Semi-formal dress code.
• Working hours are from 08:00 – 17:00.
• Excellent international business language skills (English), both written and verbal.
• Reliable transport to and from the office.

Note:

• This is a permanent position subject to a three-month probationary period.
• You will be required to perform such duties as reasonably required by the business.
• Your job description may be amended from time to time if it is valid and reasonable.
• You will serve the Company or any Associated Entity in such capacity as management may reasonably require.
• Duties must be performed faithfully, diligently, and to the best of your abilities.
• You agree to use your best endeavors to promote the best interests of the Company and any Associated Entity.
• You may be required within reason, to work outside of set duties and/or perform in more than one role.