About This Job:
Q-Sourcing Limited trading as Q-Sourcing Servtec is a manpower management solutions firm operating in the East African Region in the countries of Uganda, Kenya, Tanzania, Rwanda, and South Sudan.
On behalf of our client Vet Centre, we are looking for a skilled and competent Sales and marketing manager to work in Kampala.
Job purpose
The Sales and Marketing Manager is responsible for developing and executing strategic sales and marketing plans to drive business growth, increase market share and brand visibility for our product portfolio. This role involves leading the sales and marketing teams, fostering strong customer relationships, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to achieve company objectives.
Reports to: Head of Commercial
Direct reports: Area Sales Managers, Technical Sales Representatives, Marketing and Events Coordinator
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Responsible for meeting Vet Centre’s overall sales targets by managing the sales team and assisting the team to set aggressive, but realistic monthly objectives while providing them with the support required to attain those goals.
- Develop and continuously analyze marketing plans while maintaining control over budgets and expenses thereof.
- Schedule and track sales and marketing activities with respective teams and ensure time execution, follow ups and conversion into sales leads.
- Support Business Development in research and developing new market opportunities/plans, understand consumer requirements, identify market trends and revising strategy improvements to achieve the company’s business goals.
- Maintain strong relationships with key clients by making regular visits, understanding their needs and anticipating new marketing opportunities.
- Develop, implement, and maintain sales and marketing operational policies and ensure direct reports’ adherence.
- Ensure that the master customer database is always updated for proactive engagements and business decision making.
- Coordinate promotional activities, advertising campaigns, and product launches to increase brand awareness and sales conversion.
- Collaborate with product development and supply chain teams to ensure customer needs are met consistently and efficiently.
- Participate in the recruitment, orientation and talent development/management of direct reports.
- Ensure departmental compliance with company policies, industry regulations and ethical standards.
Required Experience and Qualifications
Qualifications;
- Bachelor’s degree in Sales, Marketing, Business Administration, Veterinary Medicine, Pharmacy or a related field.
- Professional certifications e.g. CIM, related PGDs are an added advantage
Experience;
- Minimum 5 years’ experience in sales and marketing, preferably in the veterinary, health or pharmaceutical sectors.
- Proven track record of achieving sales targets and leading successful marketing campaigns.
- Customer-focused with excellent relationship building skills.
- Strong leadership and team management skills with a passion for developing employees.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
- Strategic thinker with analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Organizational and Project management skills
- Demonstrated entrepreneurial spirit and the ability to maximize business opportunities.
- Proficiency in using Sales, CRM software and other relevant digital marketing tools.
- Willingness to travel extensively within Uganda.
Key Personal attributes
- Business ethics and integrity.
- Results-oriented with a focus on achieving targets.
- Innovative and proactive in identifying opportunities.
- Ability to work under pressure and adapt to changing environments.
- Strong organizational and planning skills.
- Tech savvy and passionate about innovations
- Ability to have courageous conversations and where necessary, take decisive action against underperformance.
All candidates who meet the criteria outlined above are encouraged to apply under the job vacancy “QSSU-VC-SAMM-SALES AND MARKETING MANAGER”
Application link: https://jobs.qsourcing.com/jobs/Careers/735362000020319062/QSSU-VC-SAMM-SALES-AND-MARKETING-MANAGER?source=CareerSite
Note
The deadline for applications is not later than 08:00 am Thursday 27th August 2026
Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.