Job Title: Head of Sales and Marketing
Organisation: Zembo Motorcycles
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
About Organisation:
Zembo Motorcycles SMC Limited is leading the African transition to electric mobility. Based in Kampala, Uganda, we provide affordable (PayGo) electric two-wheelers to low-income motorcycle-taxi drivers, most known locally as “boda-boda ”drivers. We offer a battery swapping service to our clients, enabling to swap within minutes at any of our stations.
Job Summary: The Director of Sales and Marketing is responsible for driving revenue growth, expanding market share, and building brand equity for Zembo in Uganda and across the East African region. This role leads both strategic and operational aspects of sales and marketing, overseeing customer acquisition, retention, distribution partnerships, rider financing, and brand positioning.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Sales Strategy & Execution
- Marketing & Brand Management
- Customer & Market Insights
- Team Leadership & Partnerships
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Sales, or related field (Master’s preferred).
- Minimum 5 years of progressive experience in sales and marketing, including 2+ years in a senior leadership role
- Demonstrated experience using social media business advertising platforms to manage ad campaigns and lead generation
- Good Knowledge of campaign building, AB testing for the different campaigns, and utilizing them for the sales lead generation process.
- Strong Knowledge of lead conversion, customer retention, and the lead generation cycle.
- Experience in automotive, motorcycle, mobility, or energy sectors is highly desirable.
- Strong understanding of go-to-market models, channel sales, and customer acquisition in emerging markets.
- Demonstrated success in scaling commercial operations in a growth-stage company.
- Demonstrated mastery of marketing content development and digital sales tools meeting global brand standards
Key Skills
- Strategic thinking and hands-on execution
- Strong leadership and team management
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills
- Proficiency in CRM tools, digital marketing, and data analysis
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic, and mission-driven environment
Why Zembo
- At Zembo, we are redefining 2-wheel mobility commerce in Africa with a mission-driven, client-focused and technology-powered approach. Here is why you will love working with us:
- Impactful Mission: Empower thousands of motorcycle businesses by delivering solutions rooted in Ease, Value, Transparency, and Integrity.
- Client-Centric Focus: Put clients at the heart of everything we do, ensuring they succeed with safe, affordable, and high-quality products.
- Culture of Excellence: Work with a team that values craftsmanship, continuous learning, and delivering top-notch results.
- Innovative Environment: Tackle challenges creatively and contribute to solutions that shape the future of mobility.
- Collaborative Team: Join a humble, diverse, and inclusive team where every voice is valued, and success is shared.
- Resilient Leadership: Work with leaders who inspire, empower, and guide teams to achieve bold goals.
Zembo Electric Motorcycles SMC Ltd offers a fun, supportive work environment and opportunities for continued professional growth within a fast-growing global enterprise. It is an Equal Opportunity and considers all applicants regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, HIV/Aids, disability, or any other protected characteristic as established by law.
How to Apply:
All candidates should apply online at the link below.
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