Our Client is looking for a Retail Sales Operations Manager

Main Purpose:

To drive sales performance, executing retail strategies, and ensuring strong engagement and support for retailers.

You will be coaching and supporting the Retail Sales Executives to deliver team KPIs and objectives to ensure we maximise commercial objectives and exceptional levels of support and service.

Key Role / Responsibilities:

• Provide leadership and accountability to the sales team to achieve maximum regional sales performance with existing and new retailers in assigned territory
• Oversee the day-to-day retail sales operations including budget, sales target, sales effort, and monitor activities to ensure optimum support to retailers;
• Use cross selling and upselling technique to boost revenues;
• Review all zone operations to assure that service and support are optimized; 
• Oversee, coach and implement action plans in retailers that need sales assistance;
• Create and maintain action plans for retailers whose sales are down to ensure maximum profit
• Assist the sales and Marketing in setting the sales priorities and defining retail programme or promotional activities;
• Effective data analysis to track sales progress and target areas of opportunity to meet KPIs and also support/direct priorities to team to hit team targets.
• Designing sales report to be used by Retail sales Executives or other Sales & Marketing executives to track sales/marketing/promotional performance;
• Provide weekly KPIs results for zone and overall results;
• Establishing retail standards as per brand and expectations across territories;
• Implement retail excellence program to ensure commercial growth, increase visibility of the brand at retailer;
• Regularly monitor, analyse and measure retailers and territory performance;
• Develop the retailer network through the effective identification and appointment of prime retail outlets;
• Establish and manage merchandising allocations and the key working activities;
• Ensure achievement of agreed KPI’s through strong engagement with the retail network;
• Develop capabilities in identifying, analyzing, reporting, and providing recommendations on business improvement opportunities;
• Secure and retain the prime “point of sale” positions at retail;
• Generate the highest level of sales revenue from the assigned territory in line with the company strategy
• Build and implement an annual territory plan, based on trends and corporate expectations, ensuring integration and alignment with sales and marketing plan, to deliver expected result against budget
• Ensure a “Structured Sales Call” on every sales visit, following the key components to maximise the effectiveness of the sales call with our retail network;

Profile:

• A degree or diploma in Sales/Marketing or relevant field.
• Excellent organisational, administrative and time management skills, be results oriented and able to add value to the department.
• Proven experience in managing and leading high-performing sales teams, ideally in a field-based role.
• Experience working in the FMCG and convenience sector.
• Able to demonstrate your ability to really coach and support your teams.
• Analytical skills to understand sales and demographic information.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written are essential.

Proactive reserves the right:

To call only the shortlisted candidates for interview.

Not to make any appointment following this advertisement nor to assign any reason whatsoever for accepting or rejecting any candidate.

Our client is recruiting a Sports Brand Sales Manager

The main purpose of the role is to design, manage and implement creative communication plans and strategies that align to the overall Sports Marketing strategy and to develop and grow the football (sports) segment of the company to grow the player base and drive sustainable revenue.

The incumbent will report to the Sales & Marketing Manager and the main duties will be:

Key Role / Responsibilities:

• Develop and manage the brand strategies, identities, and governance framework for the company’s sports brand
• Manage and grow the football product sales
• Architect high impact campaign and lead the creation of high quality and sports marketing assets that drive outstanding reach employees and positive product recognition
• Acquire new retailers/partners and identity and develop new applications/solutions
• Lead the football sales team. Be accountable for driving revenue growth with existing and new retailers. This includes developing and supporting all facets of the sports category through distributions, promotions, incentives, merchandising and other retail programmes
• To work with the Football UK and Product Manager for new games, enhancements and game promotion strategy
• Design, manage, and implement creative communication plans, strategies, and brand guardianship for company’s sports portfolio of product, category, and corporate brands
• Work with internal creative teams and external stakeholders including design, brand and advertising agencies
• Conduct competitive analysis and research, periodically reviewing competitors’ activities and tracking competitor offerings, highlighting opportunities to the Sales & Marketing Manager
• Collaborate with other business units to work on a calendar of events for the year related to football
• To conduct research, identify future trends and best practices to develop marketing new creative communication approaches
• To report and work closely with key stakeholders on the progress and status of the sports brand marketing projects / campaigns
• To establish business unit KPIs & report to company’s Management/Board on performance results
• Own the brand milestone deliverables (roadmap, brand experience guide, business brief, player needs analysis and presentations)
• Monitor sales budget and take corrective actions where necessary

Profile:

• Bachelor’s degree preferably in business management, marketing or related field
• 5 years of experience in sales management, brand development, campaign strategy and/or product marketing
• Strong sports marketing communications skills and ability to deliver integrated marketing campaigns
• Analytical skills to understand sales and demographic information
• Excellent written, verbal communication and presentation skills
• Passionate and knowledge about football and/or other sports with strong interest in sports experiences and digital entertainment

Proactive reserves the right:

To call only the shortlisted candidates for interview.

Not to make any appointment following this advertisement nor to assign any reason whatsoever for accepting or rejecting any candidate.

Our client is looking for a Senior Admin Accountant

Main Duties

• Plan, direct and/or coordinate support services of the Company
• Responsible for all administrative duties of the Company
• Apply and improve office systems, layout, and equipment procurement.
• Handle accounts receivable, accounts payable, petty cash, treasury and stock
• Preparation of all month end reports for finalisation of Management Accounts
• Responsible for the maintenance of the general ledger of the company
• Maintaining Fixed Asset schedule
• Processing of Accruals, Prepayments, Adjustment Journals, Provisions, Revaluation (AR, AP & Bank)
• Prepare month end and year end Statutory returns VAT, TDS, NPS, PAYE, CSG, Statement of goods
• and services & Annual Returns
• Participate in Inventories and process all stock adjustments where required upon approval of Finance Manager
• Preparation of Monthly Management accounts
• Preparation of monthly payroll/handling hr related issues
• Prepare bank reconciliation.
• Weekly update of cashflows
• Assist External Auditors in audit queries.
• Issue of Financial Statements
• Assist Finance Manager and MD in IT related matters .
• Any other ad hoc duties as required/assigned by the Regional Finance and Administrative
• Manager/General Manager

Qualifications & Experience

• A degree in Finance/Accounting/Business Management/ACCA Level 2
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in a similar position
• Experience in construction is a must.

Other Requisites

• Possess strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently
• Team spirit and willing to provide support wherever required to team members.
• Ability to apply a critical mind to any given situation

Proactive reserves the right:

To call only the shortlisted candidates for interview.

Not to make any appointment following this advertisement nor to assign any reason whatsoever for accepting or rejecting any candidate.

Our client is looking for a Social Media / Content Specialist

Are you a social media enthusiast with a passion for creating engaging content and building online communities?

We are seeking a talented and strategic-minded individual to join our client’s team as a Social Media Specialist. This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact on their digital presence and help them connect with their target audience effectively.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute social media strategies for the company and clients, tailored to their specific objectives and target audience;
• Create and curate engaging content for various social media platforms, including written posts, visuals, videos, and infographics;
• Manage social media accounts, including scheduling posts, monitoring engagement, and responding to comments and messages;
• Conduct thorough research and analysis to identify trends, insights, and opportunities to optimize social media performance;
• Collaborate with the marketing team to align social media efforts with broader marketing campaigns and initiatives;
• Stay updated on emerging social media trends, tools, and best practices, and provide recommendations for continuous improvement.

Profile & Requirements:

• Proven experience as a social media specialist or similar role, showcasing successful management of social media platforms for brands;
• In-depth knowledge of major social media platforms, their functionalities, algorithms, and best practices;
• Strong understanding of content creation, including copywriting, visual design, and video editing;
• Familiar with social media analytics tools to track and report on key performance indicators;
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to write engaging and compelling content;
• Creative mindset, with the ability to think outside the box and generate innovative ideas for social media campaigns;
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and work effectively under deadlines;
• Able to work odd hours.

Proactive reserves the right:

To call only the shortlisted candidates for interview.

Not to make any appointment following this advertisement nor to assign any reason whatsoever for accepting or rejecting any candidate.

Our client is looking for an Assistant Accountant

The main purpose of the role is to assist the Accountant in preparing accurate and timely financial reports and statements and ensure appropriate accounting control procedures.

The incumbent will report to the Accountant and the main duties will be:

Key Role / Responsibilities:

• To assist Senior Accountant/ Accountant in designing, maintaining, and implementing control systems for the finance function
• To assist Senior Accountant/ Accountant in preparation and monitoring of budget and modelling
• To perform financial forecasting, reporting, and operational metrics tracking
• To evaluate financial performance by comparing and analyzing actual results with plans and forecasts
• To provide analysis of trends and forecasts and recommend actions for optimization.
• To increase productivity by developing automated reporting/forecasting tools
• To review and analyse month-end closures
• To work closely with the accounting team to ensure accurate financial reporting
• To perform Inventory Valuation
• To carry out treasury related activities
• Any other cognate duties assigned by management.

Profile:

• Partly ACCA Qualified
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrate solid accounting principles knowledge and up to date with IFRS (International Financial Reporting Standards)
• Minimum 2-3 years’ experience in relevant field (Preference 2 years’ experience in audit company)
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Previous experience on Oracle Financial would be an advantage

Proactive reserves the right:

To call only the shortlisted candidates for interview.

Not to make any appointment following this advertisement nor to assign any reason whatsoever for accepting or rejecting any candidate.

Our client is looking for an Administrator 

Purpose

To assist the team in the daily operations.

Main Accountabilities and Responsibilities 

• Complete onboarding documents for prospective clients;
• Review Customer Due Diligence Documents;
• Draft written resolutions and minutes;
• Review agreements;
• Prepare and compile Board Pack;
• Account opening for corporate and policy accounts;
• Provide administrative and secretarial assistance to companies within the group;
• Liaise with service providers, banks and other related parties;
• Filing of documents on our portal;
• Maintenance of files saved on server and PPLI system;
• Updating corporate registers;
• Ensure all tasks allocated are attended to promptly and efficiently;
• Assist corporate and operations team in projects;
• Any other related cognate tasks.

Personal Qualities, Knowledge, Expertise and Qualifications

• Minimum Degree holder in the field of Management, business, and/or related field
• 3 to 5 years in a similar position;
• Knowledge of offshore companies and due diligence requirements for each layer within a company;
• Proficient in using MS Office (MS Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook) and overall good computer skills;
• Good communication skills both written and spoken in French and English;
• Good interpersonal skills and team spirit;
• Fast learner and ability to adapt to changes;
• Outgoing personality, positive attitude;
• Ability to work independently, and within tight deadlines.

Proactive Talent Solutions reserves the right:

To call only the shortlisted candidates for interview.

Not to make any appointment following this advertisement nor to assign any reason whatsoever for accepting or rejecting any candidates.

Our client is looking for an Admin Assistant

Responsibilities

• Input Data on our QDS Customer Survey
• Maintenance and Manipulation of Excel Data Files
• Preparation of Reports for Management use
• Maintaining a good relationship with the commercial team
• Assist in any ad-hoc related duties as required by management

Skills and Qualifications

• HSC / Diploma
• Data processing/ analysis
• Flexibility and adaptability
• Good communication skills (written & spoken: English and French)
• Good knowledge of office tools
• Good analytical and problem solving skills
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Well organised and attention to details

Proactive Talent Solutions reserves the right:

To call only the shortlisted candidates for interview.

Not to make any appointment following this advertisement nor to assign any reason whatsoever for accepting or rejecting any candidate.

Our client is looking for an Underwriting Officer - Marine who will report to the Senior Underwriting Officer

Responsibilities

• Risk Assessment and management 
• Preparation, submission, recording and follow up of quotations
• Recording and submission of instruction to Underwriting Assistants
• Providing technical support to Underwriting Assistants
• Providing guidance and assistance to internal and external customers
• Prompting growth, up selling and business acquisitions, 
• Monitoring of existing clients' accounts
• CRM Duties
• Assisting in process improvements
• Any other cognate duties which may arise aligned to business requirements

Skills and Qualifications

• Minimum HSC
• Have at least 6 years in the Insurance industry with 3 years in the Marine Department
• Holder of a CII or studying towards the qualification
• Have excellent interpersonal skills

Proactive Talent Solutions reserves the right:

To call only the shortlisted candidates for interview.

Not to make any appointment following this advertisement nor to assign any reason whatsoever for accepting or rejecting any candidate.

Our client is looking for a Documentation & Policy Processing Assistant (Marine) who will report to the Senior Documentation and Policy Processing Officer

Responsibilities

·        To process new application, renewals and endorsements on system (Cargo, Yacht, and Inland Transit)

·        To administer policy documents and endorsements for control and signature

·        To liaise with the Accounts Department in respect of payment agreements

·        To liaise with Brokers, Agents, and Freight Forwarders for administrative issues

·        To check and sign Policy/Endorsements as per ’Authorised Signatory’

·        To issue quotations as per guidelines

·        To ensure Customer Service is done within appropriate standards

Skills and Qualifications

·        Holder of a HSC

·        Certificate in Insurance or progress towards 

·        Should have at least 1 year experience in Marine insurance 

·        Be fully conversant with MS Office Tools (Word and Excel)

·        Have good oral and written communication skills

·        Have a good eye for detail

·        Be proactive, dynamic and result-oriented

·        Be able to work under pressure to meet deadlines

·        Be a team player

Proactive Talent Solutions reserves the right:

To call only the shortlisted candidates for interview.

Not to make any appointment following this advertisement nor to assign any reason whatsoever for accepting or rejecting any candidate.

Our client is looking for an Accounts & Administrative Officer

Purpose

Provide administrative /accounting support to a department and/or Manager

Responsibilities

• Meet and greet clients and visitors
• Updating Local and Sick Leaves
• Updating Training Records
• Submission of G1 and G3 for HRDC refund
• Keeping Employees files fully updated
• Recording internal and external claims
• Update Vehicle Maintenance File
• Retrieve daily GPS report
• To be actively involved in communicating information including our HSE policies to all stakeholders
• To comply with Office rules & the HSE plan and ensure that our employees comply with same
• Ensure safe systems of work are adopted in office
• Issuing and sending invoices to clients
• Issuing credit note reports /Inventory Adjustments reports
• Preparing payments for Suppliers
• Updating receivables and payables
• Preparing Petty Cash
• Filling of Accounting documents on a daily basis
• Handling confidential documents
• Database and server maintenance
• Liaising with IT Department for IT issues and system updates where required

Skills and Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent by experience
• Ability to accurately deal with information/data, professional skills in accounting and mathematics, office Administration
• Analytical, interpersonal, team building, communication, IT, stress & time management
• Honest & trustworthy, respectful, flexibility, sound work ethics

Proactive Talent Solutions reserves the right:

To call only the shortlisted candidates for interview.

Not to make any appointment following this advertisement nor to assign any reason whatsoever for accepting or rejecting any candidate.