Vacancy title:
Sales and Marketing Manager (Manufacturing - Building Materials)

[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Consulting, Category: Sales & Retail, Advertising & Marketing, Management, Business Operations, Manufacturing & Warehouse]

Jobs at:
Orchid HR Outsourcing

Deadline of this Job:
Sunday, March 15 2026

Duty Station:
Nairobi | Nairobi

Summary
Date Posted: Monday, February 23 2026, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

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JOB DETAILS:

Our core business is to provide our corporate clients with human capital solutions that result in measurably improved employee and organizational performance while minimizing employment practice risk. 

Position Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Sales and Marketing Lead who will play a vital role in driving business growth by developing and executing strategic sales and marketing initiatives within the Manufacturing - building materials sector. The role focuses on generating leads, securing projects, strengthening brand visibility, managing client relationships, and positioning the company competitively in the construction and infrastructure market.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement sales strategies to achieve revenue and project acquisition targets.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities with contractors, developers, and corporate clients.
• Prepare and submit quotations, proposals, and tenders for construction-related projects.
• Build and maintain a strong sales pipeline for ongoing and upcoming projects.
• Develop and execute marketing plans aligned with company growth objectives.
• Promote the company’s construction products and services through digital and traditional marketing channels.
• Oversee company website, social media platforms, and marketing materials (brochures, catalogs, project portfolios).
• Coordinate with the marketing department on marketing campaigns, site branding, and project promotions.
• Establish and maintain relationships with contractors, architects, engineers, consultants, and developers.
• Handle key accounts and ensure high levels of client satisfaction and retention.
• Respond to client inquiries, follow up on leads, and manage after-sales engagement.
• Conduct market research to identify industry trends, competitor activities, and emerging opportunities in the construction sector.
• Monitor pricing trends, market demand, and project pipelines.
• Provide strategic insights to management for business expansion and market positioning.
• Identify relevant tenders and project opportunities.
• Coordinate preparation of technical and commercial proposals.
• Liaise with technical, procurement, and finance teams during bid preparation.
• Ensure timely submission of bids and compliance with tender requirements.
• Lead and supervise the sales and marketing team.
• Set KPIs and monitor team performance against targets.
• Provide mentorship, training, and guidance to junior sales and marketing staff.
• Collaborate with operations, production, and technical teams to ensure project alignment.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or a Diploma in Marketing, Business Administration, Communications, or related field.
• Strong understanding of Manufacturing - building materials and market dynamics is an added advantage.

Requirements

• 8 years’ and above experience in marketing, training, or a related role.
• Strong negotiation and business development skills
• Strategic planning and market analysis
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Client relationship management
• Leadership and team management
• Results-driven and target-oriented mindset

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 96

Level of Education: bachelor degree

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