Marketing & Showroom Development Specialist

About the role

Twyford is looking for a Marketing & Showroom Development Specialist based in Kampala, reporting to the Sales Manager. The role expands Twyford's brand presence across Uganda by partnering with building materials wholesalers, retailers and distributors, and by turning selected retail spaces into well-branded product display centres. The position is full-time and open to travelling to other locations across Uganda.

Key responsibilities

• Identify and engage showroom partners, assess spaces, negotiate branding arrangements and build a database of partners.
• Coordinate redesign, renovation and construction of showrooms, working with contractors, designers and suppliers and monitoring progress on site.
• Apply Twyford's branding and corporate identity, install display stands and samples, and keep displays consistent with marketing standards.
• Run showroom-based marketing initiatives, coordinate promotions and support partners in understanding the product range.
• Prepare cost estimates, budgets and project plans, evaluate supplier quotations and keep projects within budget and timeline.
• Report weekly and monthly to management, track partner performance and escalate risks.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business Administration, Sales and Marketing, Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Interior Design or a related field; a diploma with strong relevant experience may be considered.
• Minimum 2-3 years of experience in trade marketing, business development, channel development, retail marketing, showroom development or construction project coordination.
• Experience with wholesalers, retailers and distributors, and with coordinating showroom renovations and branding projects.
• Experience in the building materials, tiles, sanitaryware, construction or home improvement industry is an added advantage.
• Willingness to travel extensively across Uganda and a valid driving permit is an added advantage; previous experience in Uganda or the East African building materials market is highly desirable.

Required skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD, SketchUp or similar interior design software is an advantage.
• Knowledge of construction materials, interior finishes, signage and display solutions.
• Strong communication, negotiation, project management and stakeholder engagement skills.

What we offer

• Competitive salary.
• Career development and training opportunities.
• Exposure to business development, trade marketing and showroom expansion initiatives in a dynamic, multicultural environment.

To apply, send your CV and cover letter by email with the subject "Marketing & Showroom Development Specialist - Uganda"; applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.