Veda’s vision is to lead and inspire the growth and development of computer technology in Africa. Veda is now recruiting for an Ecommerce Manager.

As a part of our strategy, we are developing an Ecommerce and Online Marketing/Sales division to further market, create awareness and generate sales through this unique but exciting channel.

As an Ecommerce Manager, you will lead and manage our online division including managing the web design/ development team, VEDA’s online presence and coordinate with internal departments to facilitate a one of a kind electronic commerce and marketing process which includes a one of a kind online store, web marketing and online promotions.

We are looking for an experienced marketer, a tech savvy individual, a leader and a team-player.

Reports To: Chief Marketing Officer
Department: Online Division, Marketing and Communication Department

Key Responsibilities:

• Working closely with Chief Marketing Officer to achieve the online business’ strategy and objectives.
• Establish goals & objectives for the company’s electronic commerce
• Confer and negotiate with managers from various internal departments such as marketing, billing, product development, production, supply chain, inventory & information systems
• Manage online vendors that facilitate operations to achieve goals and objectives
• Lead and coordinate online marketing projects with management
• Manage the web site and the company’s computer systems to update records, inventory and operating procedures
• Prepare reports on the economic transactions of the website for top management and other departments
• Define and implement electronic business strategies that reduce costs and increase on-line sales of the business, applying skills in project management
• Lead E-commerce technology initiatives including website development, ERP integration, customer service integration, and marketing programs

Required Skills/Competencies

• Strong portfolio in marketing and sales
• Ability to handle the pressure of a start-up environment
• Conceptual abilities in both the creative and logical
• Presentation of ideas and messages.
• Ability to work collaboratively with the colleagues and departments.
• Proactive nature and ability to think outside the box
• Deep understanding of web 2.0, online social networking and online advertising space

Added Benefits

• Knowledge of PHP, JavaScript, Flash and Unix
• Knowledge of other editing and media packages
• Portfolio of self-started or group based online projects
• Active in Online social networking & blogging Community

Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree (Second Class Upper) from a reputable University
• Minimum 3-5 years IT related experience
• Minimum 3 years sales/marketing experience in a Technology based industry
• Minimum 7 years work experience

All Candidates are required to quote the reference no: ECM1109 (for those applying for the Ecommerce Manager position)

All applicants are required to send their cv’s to careers@vedatechnology.com

Deadline is 20th of November 2009.