Purpose of the Job

To achieve monthly and annual rental & sales revenue by servicing new and existing customers through renting & selling of Choon Huat’s construction equipment to the construction industry.

Job Description

• Create new accounts and identify new business opportunities in the equipment rental & sales business;
• Development of new customers and new applications / solutions for existing customers;
• Resolves customer complaints by investigating problems, developing solutions and making recommendations to the management;
• To ensure that the network of current and potential customers is expanded and maintained through weekly external face to face and telephone sales calls;
• Coordinate and liaise with Operation Department pertaining to sales order and after sales supports;
• Communicate technical expectation to the customer relating to the proposed solution, Choon Huat’s fleet, installation, operation and maintenance of all services provide;
• Take on call responsibility as required, and promote all Choon Huat products and services at all times;
• Cultivate relationships with existing and potential customers; and
• Submit sales activity reports regularly.

Requirements

• No prior experience required. Bonus if the candidate has an experience in renewable energy technologies (solar, wind, energy storage, etc.).
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong problem-solving and negotiation skills.
• Product training will be provided.
• Possess a valid Singapore driving licence.

Benefits:

• Working Schedule Monday to Friday 8am to 6pm
• Working Location – West area (Nearest MRT station – Joo Koon)
• Cell Phone
• Company Vehicle
• Attractive commission scheme, Performance bonus

Sales Manager Responsibilities:

• Continually meeting or exceeding sales quotas.

• Supervising and guiding the sales team as well as providing incentives to motivate staff to achieve sales targets.

• Monitoring the performance of the sales team.

• Ensuring that the store is clean and well-maintained at all times.

• Building and maintaining good working relationships with customers.

• Identifying opportunities and strategies to increase sales.

• Regularly attending sales meetings and training sessions.

• Ensuring that the store is adequately stocked with company products.

Requirements:

• Proven experience in sales and customer service.

• Proficient in all Microsoft Office applications.

• The ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

• Excellent problem-solving skills.

• Strong management and leadership skills.

• Effective communication skills.

• Exceptional customer service skills.

Roles & Responsibilities

· Content Writing & Strategy: Develop engaging and technically accurate content for web, social media, and email, supporting brand and product storytelling.

· Video Content Oversight: Plan and oversee the creation of video content, working closely with videographers or production teams to ensure the final product aligns with brand messaging and quality standards.

· Social Media Management: Create, schedule, and monitor social media content to grow brand awareness and engage our audience.

· Email Marketing & Campaigns: Craft compelling email content to drive engagement and support lead generation efforts.

Requirements

· Education: Diploma in Marketing, Communications, Journalism, or a related field.

· Experience: Minimum 1 year of marketing experience.

· Content Writing Skills: Proven ability to write engaging, clear, and technically accurate content across multiple digital channels.

· Social Media Proficiency: Experience managing social media platforms and creating content to drive engagement.

· Creativity & Adaptability: Strong creative skills with the flexibility to adapt content to different audiences and channels.

· Team Collaboration: Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.

Are You Ready to Make It Happen at Mondelēz International?

Join our Mission to Lead the Future of Snacking. Make It With Pride.

You lead new business opportunities in right store opportunities in white space retail environments. You use your deep understanding of our categories and brands to sell to new customers and to expand current customers’ portfolios. In this role, you develop promotional pricing structures to fit with customer needs.

How you will contribute

You will:

• Responsible for developing and successfully implementing the commercial plan strengthen and expand Mondelēz International’s position with and assigned customer by preparing, negotiating and executing the business plans
• Responsible for the coordination between the customer and Mondelēz International internal functions
• Accountable for maintaining and developing strategic growth plans for customers with a focus on portfolio management, listings, distribution and effective promotion and visibility
• Build and develop strong category partnerships
• Manage pricing within the Gross to Net Framework, Assortment management, Forecast accuracy in conjunction with supply chain function
• Together with cross functional colleagues evaluate, plan & execute appropriate promotional and in store visibility
• Monitor, analyze and report on market developments and competitor developments

What you will bring

A desire to drive your future and accelerate your career and the following experience and knowledge:

• Retail account management Demonstrating credibility with senior stakeholders
• Delivering superior results in different markets with varying degrees of maturity
• Category management
• Communicating effectively
• Negotiation
• Maintaining and building effective relationships
• Presenting to all levels of an organization
• Budgeting and forecasting

QB Food, a wholly-own subsidiary of Johnsonville (a US-based multinational company), aspires to be a global leader in providing top-quality products across various business channels. International expansion is a central objective for Johnsonville, making this an exceptional opportunity for individuals seeking growth and development within the organization.

Key Responsibilities:

Trade Marketing Support

• Support Marketing Director in planning and executing marketing campaigns to promote 3rd party brands at retail supermarkets.
• Coordinate marketing initiatives and promotional activities for 3rd party brand partners.
• Develop advertising materials for POSM, digital and social media channels.
• Assist in creating sales support materials and retail in-store promotions.

Retail Marketing for offline Gourmet Retail Shop and online QB Food Eshop

• Support Marketing Director in implementing local store marketing, weekly promotions and activities to drive foot traffic and sales in Gourmet Retail Shop and QB Food online store to meet assigned sales target.
• Plan weekly promotions for Gourmet retail shop and QB Food online store (including selecting right mix of products and setting pricing).
• Assist in overseeing retail merchandising efforts for optimal product display and sales.

Marketing Apps Maintenance

• Support marketing team to maintain and update mobile apps, and platform optimization.
• Monitor and troubleshoot app performance issues for optimal functionality.
• Collaborate with UX/UI designers to enhance user interfaces and overall user experience.

Qualifications:

• Diploma/Degree in Business/Marketing.
• At least 2 years of FMCG trade marketing or retail marketing experience.
• Basic understanding of ecommerce, digital marketing and social media.

Behavioral Attributes:

• Team player with ability to work independently.
• Detail-oriented and organized.

Job Descriptions

1. Manage the day-to-day sales activities for the semiconductor manufacturing equipment products (e.g. CMP tool) within the designated sales territory so as to achieve the sales target set by management.
2. Monitor, regulate and direct the activities of the sales representatives to maximize the market opportunities.
3. To make forecasts / targets regularly and to monitor performance of the sales team in relation to these forecasts. Manager is expected to make directions for the team to achieve these sales targets
4. To drive new marketing promotion efforts and to work with EC on the implementing the marketing and promotions efforts for the semiconductor manufacturing equipment products (e.g. CMP tool)
5. To make, develop and manage the localized marketing and sales program for the sales territory.
6. To communicate with the sales team to understand customer demands and offer sales support where necessary.
7. To work with EC to set the industry pricing level.
8. To manage the SAP ERP system for monitoring the progress of quotations, purchase orders, delivery and invoicing of customers.
9. To work closely with EC on the new accounts and new products, using the local team to win new contracts.
10. Establish customer rapport an acceptance
11. Any other duties as assigned by the management

Job Requirements

1. Knowledge of commercial and shipping documents (Incoterms)
2. Knowledge of the semiconductor manufacturing equipment products(e.g. CMP Tools).
3. Diploma/Degree in Engineering or equivalent
4. Good people skills with a pleasant personality.
5. Strong communication, interpersonal and customer service skills.
6. Excellent presentation and negotiation skills.
7. Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within the team.
8. Must be prepared to travel overseas for training and to our customers’ location in the region as required.

Preferably to have Sales work experience in Japanese company in semiconductor industry for more than 5 years.

(Those without the relevant experience may be appointed as Senior Sales Engineer initially with a view to be upgraded later)

(Those with more years of relevant experience may be appointed to a relevant management position)

Benefits

• 10days AL
• AWS
• VB depending of the team and company performance
• Transport allowance

Working Hours

• 5 days (9am to 6pm)
• Monday to Friday

Job Title: Sales Associate – Jewellery Retail

Location: Across Island

Job Type: Full-Time, 5-6 days/week

Key Responsibilities:

• Welcome customers warmly and assist them with jewellery selection, styling and purchases
• Share with customers about the quality, value and craftsmanship of various jewellery pieces effectively
• Maintain the display cases, ensuring all jewellery is presented in an attractive and organised manner
• Process sales transactions accurately and efficiently, handling cash, credit, and digital payments
• Support inventory management, stock-taking, and merchandising efforts

Requirements:

• Previous retail experiences, ideally in jewellery
• Strong sales skills with a customer-oriented approach and a passion for luxury retail
• Polished appearance, professional demeanour and excellent communication skills
• Willingness to work weekends, evenings/holidays when required

Benefits:

• Competitive base salary and additional commissions
• Career progression
• Other variable bonuses

Aventir Group Pte Ltd

EA License: 24C2542

Job Description:

• Attend to walk-in customer
• Responsible for day-to-day customer service support; including sales order entry, invoicing and making sure that deliveries have been made
• Attend to enquries, create new customer account, following up quotation with present and new customer
• Provide general support to sales team including preparing admin work & quotation
• Process orders & maintain company websites / social media
• Housekeeping
• Services: Plan Printing, Laminating, Book Binding, Photocopying
• Warehousing: Replenish stock to shelves from 2nd storey
• To perform ad-hoc duties as & when required

Job Requirement:

• 5 days work <08:20am - 17:50pm> Monday - Friday
• Able to work independently, posses good multi-tasking skill
• Physically fit to climb staircases to carry down goods

Job Description:

· Handle sales enquiries and order processing

· Provide administrative support to ensure operation efficiency of office

· Attend to customer enquiries, generate sales orders, delivery orders and customer invoicing

· Maintain good relationships and rapports with customers and buyers via email and telephone

· Maintain a well-organized record of customer database

· Handle sales enquiries and order processing

· Other ad-hoc duties

Job Requirement:

· Candidate must possess at least a higher secondary/ NITEC, Diploma in any field.

· Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel

· Service oriented and ability to work in a team with good communication skills.

· Working Location: 60 Benoi Road (Beside Joo Koon MRT)

· Working Hours: 8.30 am to 5.30pm (Mon – Fri)

· Alternate Sat - 8.30 am to 12.30pm (consider as overtime)

Job details:

• Actively seek out and engage with corporate clients to drive B2B sales.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with customers in the car trade industry.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities to meet and exceed sales targets.

Requirements:

• Proven experience in sales, preferably within the automotive industry.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills.
• Self-driven, with a hunter mentality to seek out new business opportunities.
• Preferably own a car.

What We Offer:

• Competitive basic salary with an attractive sales commission structure.
• Petrol/Transport reimbursement.
• Work location: West Coast

Offer Ranged: $1000 - $8000 (with high commission)

Job Details:

• Actively seek out and engage with corporate clients to drive B2B sales.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with customers in the car trade industry.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities to meet and exceed sales targets.

Requirements:

• Proven experience in sales, preferably within the automotive industry.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills.
• Self-driven, with a hunter mentality to seek out new business opportunities.
• Preferably own a car.

What We Offer:

• Competitive basic salary with an attractive sales commission structure.
• Petrol/Transport reimbursement.
• Work location: West Coast

**With high commissions

Requirement:

• Strong technical aptitude and the ability to understand and explain complex products and solutions
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain relationships with customers
• Problem-solving skills and the ability to think creatively to overcome challenges
• Strong negotiation and presentation skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and customer relationship management (CRM) tools
• Willingness to travel within the region as needed

Job Description:

• Proactively identify and pursue new sales opportunities within your assigned territory
• Develop and execute targeted sales strategies to meet and exceed sales targets
• Provide technical expertise and support to customers, ensuring their needs are met
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver seamless customer experiences
• Continuously monitor market trends and competitor activities to identify new avenues for growth
• Maintain accurate records of all customer interactions and sales activities
• Represent the company at trade shows, conferences, and other industry events

Job Description

• Develop and implement marketing strategies to promote our services in the construction industry
• Identify potential clients and build relationships to generate leads
• Conduct market research to analyze competition and identify opportunities
• Create and manage marketing campaigns to increase brand visibility
• Collaborate with the sales team to develop effective sales strategies
• Track and analyze marketing performance metrics
• Prepare marketing reports and presentations for management
• Stay updated with industry trends and recommend new marketing initiatives
• Attend industry events and conferences to network with potential clients

Requirements

• Proven track record as a marketing executive or in a similar role.
• Solid grasp of market research techniques, data analysis, and statistical methods.
• Thorough understanding of strategic planning principles and marketing best practices.
• Proficiency in MS Office and marketing software (e.g., CRM).
• Familiarity with social media and web analytics tools (e.g., WebTrends).
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Demonstrated creativity and business acumen.

Introduction:

HMAP established in Y2015 as Manufacturer of Marine Navigation Equipment, integrator of marine navigation, communication and automation systems and development of SMART Ship solutions meeting IMO and classification authorities' requirements. We are actively seeking self-motivated and driven sales persons to join our sales team in our expansion in the Asia emerging markets such as India, Middle East Gulf countries. The role requires candidates with maturity, enthusiasm, and perseverance with willingness to engage challenges with great dreams.

Job Description:

• Identify and Develop sales distributors network to expand sales & meeting sales targets
• Identify and Develop service partners network to support sales network
• Management of Sales Distribution Network
• Achieving sales targets and alignment of product sales development with the Company's goals
• Close collaboration with manufacturing and service department to ensure smooth and efficient delivery of products and services.

Job Requirements:

• NITEC / Diploma in Business Studies / Electronics Engineering
• Preferably with 1 years experience in sales, fresh graduates are most welcome.
• Possess good communication, presentation and persuasion skills
• Pleasant personality with patience and seek to understand the needs of the customers, ability to place the customers' interest.
• Ability to travel at short notice
• Self motivated and disciplined
• Preferably with ability to speak/read/write fluently in English, Chinese, Malay/Indonesia, Tamil/Hindi

Sales Manager Responsibilities:

• Continually meeting or exceeding sales quotas.

• Supervising and guiding the sales team as well as providing incentives to motivate staff to achieve sales targets.

• Monitoring the performance of the sales team.

• Ensuring that the store is clean and well-maintained at all times.

• Building and maintaining good working relationships with customers.

• Identifying opportunities and strategies to increase sales.

• Regularly attending sales meetings and training sessions.

• Ensuring that the store is adequately stocked with company products.

Requirements:

• Proven experience in sales and customer service.

• Proficient in all Microsoft Office applications.

• The ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

• Excellent problem-solving skills.

• Strong management and leadership skills.

• Effective communication skills.

• Exceptional customer service skills.

Job Roles and Responsibilities:

· Ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction through excellent sales service

· Maintaining outstanding store condition and visual standards

· Assist with the sales process

Job Requirement:

· Minimum 2 years of experience in related position

· Self-starter and able to work independently

· Able to read and speak Japanese fluently in order to liaise with Japanese speaking vendors and clients

· Proven experience in sales and customer service.

• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication skills.
• Exceptional customer service skills.
• Availability to work within opening hours (e.g. evenings, holidays, weekends).
• Ability to work under pressure and fast paced environment.

· The Sales Executive will manage his/her Sales Channel and reports directly to the CEO

· Develop effective sales strategy to grow existing accounts as well as identifying new channel opportunities to drive incremental sales

· To work closely with customers and build long term relationship

· To handle customers’ feedback professionally

· To work closely with the sales team in achieving the sales objective for the month, quarter and year.

Job Requirements

1) Have at least 5 years experience in Singapore

2) Manage various fruit stalls in Singapore and its employees

3) Must be knowledgeable about durians and fruits from various countries and states

4) Have knowledge about the pricing and quality of durians and fruits

5) Need to train new staff

6) Be able to identify sales trends

7) Must be able to work night shift or split shift

8) Must be able to work extra hours or weekend if needed

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist the sales team in preparing quotes, proposals, and contracts for clients.
• Coordinate with stakeholders to ensure timely delivery of products and services to customers.
• Maintain accurate records of sales activities, customer interactions, and orders.
• Respond to customer inquiries and provide information about our products and services.
• Collaborate with the marketing team to execute sales campaigns and promotions.
• Monitor and track sales performance and report on key metrics.
• Prepare and distribute sales reports and forecasts.
• Schedule appointments and meetings for the operations team.
• Handle administrative tasks, including data entry, filing, and maintaining sales databases.
• Provide excellent customer service and support to our clients throughout the sales process.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a sales support or coordination role.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office suite, particularly Excel and Word.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Detail-oriented and able to maintain accurate records.
• Knowledge of plumbing products and services is a plus.
• Minimum Diploma, proficient in written and spoken English

Why Join Us:

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Opportunity to work in a dynamic and growing industry.
• Collaborative and supportive team environment.
• Training and professional development opportunities.
• Health and wellness benefits.

· The Sales Executive will manage his/her Sales Channel and reports directly to the CEO

· Develop effective sales strategy to grow existing accounts as well as identifying new channel opportunities to drive incremental sales

· To work closely with customers and build long term relationship

· To handle customers’ feedback professionally

· To work closely with the sales team in achieving the sales objective for the month, quarter and year.

Job Requirements

1) Have at least 5 years experience in Singapore

2) Manage various fruit stalls in Singapore and its employees

3) Must be knowledgeable about durians and fruits from various countries and states

4) Have knowledge about the pricing and quality of durians and fruits

5) Need to train new staff

6) Be able to identify sales trends

7) Must be able to work night shift or split shift

8) Must be able to work extra hours or weekend if needed

Job description

Key Job Responsibilities:

• Develop Sales strategy that is in line with the organizational strategy and overall sales strategy.
• Prepare, monitor & revise the company’s budget to ensure the implementation of all activities.
• Ensure that the pricing of products and services is in line with the relevant Principal Brand pricing requirements.
• Conduct performance analytics and monitor company s’ services and product performance.
• Provide the required company inputs to the Marketing and Communications department to assist in their marketing research activities.
• Drive and monitor the performance of sales (volume, categorization etc.).
• Determine the inventory and purchase requirements from the insights and data analytics performed by the Marketing and Communications Department.
• Forecast demand for company s’ product and services categories.
• Prepare reports on the positioning and performance of products and services for both the commercial and the leisure sectors.
• Monitor and encourage the increase in product and service sales through upselling and cross selling.
• Monitor the inventory count regularly to ensure availability meets customer demand.
• Ensure strong business relationships are maintained with customers’ key accounts.
• Track the implementation and performance of company s’ sales activity and analyze current market trends and competitor activities.
• Ensure that the sales team is well informed and trained on company products and services.
• Collaborate with the Marketing and Communications department and support them in conducting consumer and market research, conducting analysis exercises, gathering relevant data on customers and competition to identify growth opportunities and ensure increased sales.
• Collaborate with the Customer Service and Training department to identify the required competencies and skills to enhance the teams’ knowledge.
• Liaise with the Purchase department to replenish stocks based on customer demand.
• Coordinate with the Logistics and Warehouse department to ensure timely and smooth dispatch and delivery of items.
• Generate sales related reports like sales forecast, sales performance, sales risk etc.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety & environment regulations.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the department.

Authorities

• Setting sales and performance target in collaboration with GM. Setting of competitive margins in collaboration with GM
• Deal negotiation and margin fixing as per set DOA limit.

Minimum Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in any field; Master’s degree in Business Administration is a plus.
• Diploma/Engineering in Electrical, Electronics, Automation, or instrumentation will be an added advantage.
• 8-10 years of relevant experience in a similar role.
• Business-to-business (B2B) and business-to-consumer (B2C) experience is a plus.
• Excellent business communication required.
• Experience in leading a sales team.

Sales Manager Responsibilities:

• Continually meeting or exceeding sales quotas.

• Supervising and guiding the sales team as well as providing incentives to motivate staff to achieve sales targets.

• Monitoring the performance of the sales team.

• Ensuring that the store is clean and well-maintained at all times.

• Building and maintaining good working relationships with customers.

• Identifying opportunities and strategies to increase sales.

• Regularly attending sales meetings and training sessions.

• Ensuring that the store is adequately stocked with company products.

Requirements:

• Proven experience in sales and customer service.

• Proficient in all Microsoft Office applications.

• The ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

• Excellent problem-solving skills.

• Strong management and leadership skills.

• Effective communication skills.

• Exceptional customer service skills.

Responsibilities:

· Driving between pick-up warehouse and destination.

· Load and unload merchandise into vehicles for delivery as per schedule.

· Ensure goods are delivered safely on time.

· Provide good customer service during delivery.

· Work schedule: 5.5 days (when container come.

Competencies:

· Self-starter and team player.

· Conscientious and organized.

· Good communication and interpersonal skills.

Requirements:

· Singapore Class 3 driving license.

· Able to understand and speak simple English.

· Minimum 2 years of driving experience.

· Physically fit.

· Ensure proper maintenance of company vehicle.

· Able to work independently.

· Singaporean and PR only.

Benefits:

• Flexible timing by earning up to 20k
• Entry level are welcome
• Our client emphasises on good career progression

Job Description:

This is a full time role for an Interior Designer Sales located in Venture Dr. Our client is a prominent interior design firm based in Singapore. You will handle potential clients and leads provided by the company, developing design concepts, and preparing proposals and quotations to secure tenders and projects. The job requires creating unique design proposals, managing renovation sites and subcontractors, and reviewing drawings before submitting them to the Creative Director and clients. Experience in overseeing projects from start to finish, including sales, design, and execution, is highly advantageous. The candidate should have a strong eye for design details, be proactive with excellent coordination skills, and work well in a team, with the ability to meet tight deadlines.

Qualifications:

• Sales driven, competent customer management.
• Strong knowledge of materials, fittings and finishes.
• Basic technical knowledge on tiling, carpentry and project management are an added advantage.
• Able to churn mood boards, 2D layout plans and quotations.
• Proficient in Kujiale (Coohom), Sketchup, AutoCAD, Photoshop, Illustrator and other design related software to develop ideas and articulate design intent.
• Minimum of 2 years working experience in sales. Able to show a portfolio of projects that are completed within the last 6 months.
• Must be able to demonstrate that end to end interior designer work experience.

Responsibilities:

• Create and manage digital marketing strategies to drive leads and enhance online presence.
• Track, measure, and report digital campaign performance against ROI goals.
• Create and adapt Chinese-to-English content for various formats, tones, and channels, collaborating with teams for appropriate assets.
• Contribute to product positioning, marketing strategy, and product naming.
• Manage social media accounts for example, Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, YouTube to boost brand awareness and engagement.
• Update marketing materials, maintain content databases, and collaborate with regional marketing teams.

Requirements:

• Degree in Marketing/Communications or equivalents.
• Interest in skin care, wellness and healthcare products.

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HOW TO APPLY :

Interested candidates, please submit your resume by clicking on “Quick Apply” or contact [email protected] for more details.

Please provide following information in the resume for immediate processing

1) Reasons for leaving current and/or last employment

2) Last drawn and/or current salary

3) Expected salary

4) Date of availability and/or Notice Period

All applications will be treated in strictest confidence and only shortlisted candidates will be notified

Wee Wai Dan

EA License No : 03C5391

EA Reg No : R22109628

• Develop company’s overall digital marketing strategy
• Develop engaging, creative, and innovative content to build up company’s image and regularly scheduled posts to the intended audience
• Identify gaps in branding and marketing, and recommend the best solutions and marketing strategies to improve company’s image, digital footprints, outreach, presence in all media platforms
• Able to design the brochures, catalogue, advertisement, presentation, videos, etc
• Provide periodic updates and analysis on digital marketing activities by using the analytics tools (e.g. Google Analytics)
• Evaluate and enhance the effectiveness of all online marketing channels such as SEO and SEM
• Keep track of the movement in the social media platform
• Handle Marketing research and competitor analysis
• Any ad hoc tasks as assigned

Job Requirement:

• Candidate must possess at least Diploma/Advanced/Higher/Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing or equivalent
• At least 2 years of experience in digital marketing
• Creative and self-motivated
• Good Written & strong communication skills
• Adobe Photoshop will be needed