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GROUP HEAD SALES AND MARKETING

Role Title:
Group Head – Sales & Marketing

Role Purpose:
To lead the formulation and execution of business development, sales, and marketing strategies that drive group-wide growth, support business expansion, and promote a strong and unified brand presence across all subsidiaries within the Technical & Logistics Group.

  • Business Unit: Technical & Logistics Group
  • Reports To: Chief Operating Officer, Technical & Logistics Group
  • Direct Reports: Sales & Marketing Leads across Subsidiaries
Internal & External Relationships

Internal:

  • Executive Chairman
  • Chief Executive Officer, JGC
  • Chief Operating Officer
  • Group Financial Controller
  • Group Head, Human Capital
  • Group Manager, T&L
  • Heads of Subsidiaries/Marketing Teams

External:

  • Key Clients & Strategic Partners
  • Industry Regulators & Stakeholders
  • Investors, Business Delegates & Vendors
  • Legal & Compliance Authorities
Key Result Areas
  • Strategic Planning & Policy Development
  • Business Development & New Market Entry
  • Commercial Performance Monitoring & Evaluation
  • Stakeholder Engagement & Relationship Management
  • Team Leadership & Capability Development
  • Sales & Marketing Alignment and Governance
  • Reporting & Documentation

Key Responsibilities

Strategy & Policy Development
  • Lead the design and implementation of long-term strategic goals and annual business plans aligned with group objectives.
  • Oversee the setting of performance KPIs and strategy reviews across subsidiaries.
  • Provide advisory to the COO on market competitiveness and value proposition enhancements.
  • Align marketing policies with corporate brand, service models, and product delivery goals.
Business Development & Market Penetration
  • Champion business expansion opportunities across industries under T&L.
  • Guide market research and competitive analysis to identify emerging opportunities.
  • Oversee the preparation of feasibility studies, proposals, and strategic pitches.
  • Cultivate relationships with prospective partners, clients, and government agencies.
Commercial Performance & Monitoring
  • Track subsidiary performance against approved sales and marketing KPIs.
  • Ensure adherence to budgets, revenue targets, and regulatory compliance.
  • Evaluate progress through periodic reports and provide actionable insights.
Stakeholder Relations & Business Networking
  • Liaise with industry partners, stakeholders, and boards to unlock commercial potential.
  • Represent the Group at high-level engagements, forums, and trade events.
  • Partner with finance and business development teams to structure impactful deals.
Team Development & Leadership
  • Lead a high-performance, cross-functional sales and marketing team.
  • Set clear deliverables and drive a culture of accountability, learning, and innovation.
  • Provide coaching and mentorship to develop internal talent pipelines.
Reporting & Information Management
  • Review and submit reports, sales forecasts, dashboards, and updates to the COO.
  • Coordinate the preparation of presentations, RFPs, and internal business cases.
  • Ensure timely updates on subsidiary project pipelines and market intelligence.
Job Specification

Education:

  • A Master’s Degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Strategic Management, or a related field.
  • Membership in a recognized professional body is required (e.g., CIM, CIMA, ACCA, ICM, etc.).
  • Minimum 10 years of relevant work experience, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role.
  • Strong track record in business strategy, sales operations, corporate marketing, and/or start-up incubation.

Technical Competencies:

  • Strategic planning and business performance analysis
  • Advanced presentation and communication skills
  • Budgeting, forecasting, and commercial planning
  • Business proposal development & client pitching
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and CRM tools

Core Competencies:

  • Visionary leadership with entrepreneurial mindset
  • Strong relationship-building and negotiation skills
  • High emotional intelligence and adaptability
  • Cross-functional project coordination
  • Critical thinking and decision-making under pressure
  • Willingness to travel across operational zones

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