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Marketing Officer

Petal Trading PLC

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Business

Marketing Management

Addis Ababa

1 Position

2025-12-22

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2026-01-03

Required Skills

marketing management

Fields of study

Marketing

Business Administration

Economics

Full Time

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Job Description

Petal Trading PLC is a diversified Ethiopian company engaged in Agrochemical Importation, Construction & Real Estate Development, and Plastic Manufacturing.
Just as a petal represents the stage where a plant reaches maturity and prepares to bear fruit, Petal Trading positions itself as a value-adding force protecting growth, enabling productivity, and transforming potential into measurable results. Across agriculture, construction, and manufacturing, Petal Trading acts as the protective and enabling layer that turns inputs into outcomes and plans into impact. 

Inspired by the symbolism of a petal which protects, nourishes, and enables transformation, Petal Trading plays a vital role in safeguarding value and ensuring efficiency across its business operations. Procurement is central to this mission, ensuring that quality inputs are sourced responsibly, timely, and cost-effectively to support sustainable growth across all business units.

The Marketing Officer is responsible for executing marketing plans, conducting market analysis, supporting product promotion, and strengthening brand visibility. The role ensures alignment between marketing activities and commercial objectives under the guidance of the Commercial Manager.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

Marketing Planning & Execution

  • Support the preparation and implementation of annual and periodic marketing plans

  • Execute promotional campaigns for products and services across business units

Market Research & Analysis

  • Conduct market research on customers, competitors, and industry trends

  • Collect and analyze market data to support commercial decision-making

Branding & Promotion

  • Support branding initiatives and ensure consistency across marketing materials

  • Coordinate the development of promotional content (brochures, digital content, presentations)


Sales & Commercial Support

  • Work closely with sales teams to support lead generation and customer engagement

  • Assist in organizing product launches, exhibitions, trade fairs, and promotional events
     

Digital & Communication Support

  • Support digital marketing activities (social media, website content, basic campaigns)

  • Prepare marketing reports and performance updates for the Commercial Manager


Coordination & Reporting

  • Coordinate with internal departments and external service providers

  • Prepare periodic marketing activity and performance reports

Job Requirements

Required Qualifications
Education:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing, Business Administration, Management, Economics, or related fields

Experience:

  • Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in marketing, sales support, or business development


Required Competencies & Skills

  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills

  • Good understanding of marketing principles and customer behavior

  • Ability to conduct basic market research and analysis

  • Proficiency in MS Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

  • Basic knowledge of digital marketing tools is an advantage

  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team


Preferred Attributes

  • Experience in trading, manufacturing, construction, or agro-related businesses

  • Exposure to B2B marketing environments

  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail


Why Join Petal Trading PLC?

  • Opportunity to work in a diversified and growing organization

  • Exposure to multi-sector marketing and commercial operations

  • Supportive professional environment with growth potential

  • Competitive and negotiable compensation

How To Apply

Submit your application, updated CV and supporting credentials via email: petaltrading04@gmail.com

Fields Of Study

Marketing

Business Administration

Economics

Skills Required

marketing management

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