Daniel Komunda
Sales and Marketing Professional
Kampala, UG.About
Highly accomplished Sales and Marketing Professional with over 20 years of progressive experience, adept at propelling brands to success across diverse industries including Telecommunications, Beverage, Print Media, Advertising, Solar, and Pay TV. Proven leader in developing and executing comprehensive marketing and sales strategies, driving significant market presence, achieving substantial sales growth, and cultivating high-performing cross-functional teams.
Work
Multichoice Uganda
|Senior Marketing Operations Manager
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Summary
Leads a team of brand managers and trade-marketing managers, overseeing third-party agency and vendor management, contracting, delivery, payment, and performance reporting for Multichoice Uganda's diverse product portfolios.
Highlights
Devised and implemented comprehensive communication and marketing strategies to drive new subscriber acquisition and retention across DStv and GOtv product portfolios, as well as Content Channels and Value-Added brands.
Managed a significant marketing and media budget, ensuring efficient allocation and execution of 360 campaigns, retail/POS initiatives, and commercial business activities through effective agency partnerships.
Collaborated cross-functionally with corporate marketing, sales, PR, communications, customer service, and research teams to enhance DStv/GOtv brand acquisition and development, integrating annual plans with content, brand, PR, social, customer experience, and digital strategies.
Directed the localization of marketing calendars and campaigns to fit market needs, contributing to key performance indicators like sales growth, retention, ARPU, CSAT, and NPS.
Xtrim Casting Ltd
|Sales and Marketing Consultant
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Summary
Provided strategic sales and marketing consultancy to a diverse portfolio of client organizations, developing campaigns and strategies for enhanced market presence and growth.
Highlights
Developed and executed various marketing campaigns and strategies for a portfolio of client organizations including Inspire Africa Coffee, Agribusiness Development Centre, Hastavuk Food, Agriculture Livestock San. & Tic. Inc., and Uganda NGO Forum.
Leveraged expertise in media production (television, radio, print commercials, films, documentaries) to create compelling campaign assets for clients, enhancing overall message delivery and audience reach.
Optimized client marketing spend by identifying key market segments and tailoring promotional efforts, leading to increased brand visibility and customer engagement.
Jibu Uganda
|Country Director
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Summary
Directed overall operations and strategic growth for Jibu Uganda, a social enterprise focused on providing affordable safe drinking water and essential products across communities.
Highlights
Grew Jibu retailer outlet brand visibility from 130 to over 2400 branded outlets, significantly expanding market reach and community impact.
Established a call center to improve customer delivery turnaround time, resulting in a Net Promoter Score (NPS) increase from 20 to 50 within one year.
Ensured 100% compliance with URA's E-invoicing platform for all 29 businesses, safeguarding operations and preventing closures during a critical period.
Achieved budgetary and expenditure control, leading to savings of $25,000 in the 2020 budget.
Redesigned the Route to Market Strategy for Franchisees, improving efficiency and increasing Average Routes trips by 100%.
D. Light Solar Uganda
|Head of Marketing & New Business
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Summary
Led marketing and new business initiatives for D. Light Solar Uganda, a global manufacturer of affordable solar lighting solutions for low-income households.
Highlights
Established 35 Availability Centers across the country for solar products, serving as cost-effective service hubs.
Grew D. Light social media platforms, increasing audience engagement by over 5000 followers within 6 months.
Managed and tracked the country marketing budget to ensure initiatives were delivered within budget, achieving consistent and sustainable ROI.
Drove brand strategy implementation and developed channel and consumer initiatives to expand market presence for solar lighting and entertainment solutions.
Coca Cola Beverages Africa (CCBA)
|National Trade Marketing Manager
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Summary
Managed comprehensive trade marketing strategies and budgets for Coca Cola Beverages Africa, driving revenue growth and market share.
Highlights
Managed a country trade marketing expenditure budget of $4M, optimizing costs and ensuring efficient resource allocation for campaigns and partnerships.
Drove the Uganda marketing agenda for Century Bottling Company (CCBA) and created strategies and initiated brand programs to meet revenue goals.
Maintained a 70% share of visual inventory in shops within a highly competitive market, exceeding Coca-Cola's 60% market share target.
Grew Key Accounts Contribution to overall business from 4% to 7% within one year, demonstrating significant strategic impact.
Managed successful launch campaigns for key products including Share a Coke, Taste the Feeling, Fanta Fruit Blast, Power Play energy drink, and Schweppes C+, significantly impacting market presence.
Vision Group
|Marketing Manager Print and Commercial Printing
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Summary
Directed marketing initiatives for print and commercial printing divisions at Vision Group, focusing on circulation growth and market presence.
Highlights
Spearheaded a massive campaign celebrating the newspaper's 20th anniversary, achieving a 200% increase in daily circulation.
Designed a distributor campaign to mitigate anticipated slump in copy sales following a cover price increase for New Vision, resulting in an 18% gain against projected decline.
ScanAd Advertising
|Events and Client Service Manager
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Summary
Managed events and client services at ScanAd Advertising, focusing on client engagement and project delivery.
Highlights
Oversaw end-to-end planning and execution of client events, ensuring seamless delivery and high client satisfaction.
Managed client relationships, serving as the primary point of contact for service delivery and issue resolution.
Coordinated with internal teams and external vendors to ensure timely and budget-compliant project completion.
Uganda Telecom
|Brand & Events Executive
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Summary
Executed brand and event strategies for Uganda Telecom, contributing to brand visibility and customer engagement.
Highlights
Supported the development and execution of brand initiatives to enhance market positioning and customer perception.
Coordinated various corporate events and activations, ensuring alignment with brand guidelines and marketing objectives.
Collaborated with marketing and sales teams to integrate brand messaging across promotional activities.
Uganda Telecom
|Customer Service Representative
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Summary
Provided customer service support at Uganda Telecom, resolving inquiries and ensuring customer satisfaction.
Highlights
Resolved customer inquiries and issues efficiently, maintaining high levels of customer satisfaction.
Provided comprehensive information on products and services, contributing to positive customer experiences.
Collaborated with cross-functional teams to escalate and resolve complex customer challenges.
Education
Makerere University
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Bachelor of Arts (BA. ECON)
Economics
Certificates
Chartered Institute of Marketing (MCIM)
Issued By
Chartered Institute of Marketing
Management Talent Development Program (MTDP)
Issued By
Coca-Cola SABCO group
Diploma in Information Systems Management
Issued By
Aptech Education Center
Skills
Marketing & Sales Strategy
Marketing Strategy and Planning, Sales and Distribution Management, Strategic Marketing Planning and Development, Commercialization, Route to Market Strategy, Brand Strategy Implementation.
Brand & Product Management
Brand Management, Product Development, Launches; Planning, Execution, Monitoring, Product Marketing, Brand Programs.
Campaign Management
Advertising, Corporate Communications, Media Strategy, Digital Marketing & Management, Paid Social, Paid Search, Content Marketing, Online & Offline Consumer Engagement, Referral, Email Marketing, Direct Mail, Podcasts, Affiliate Marketing, Video Marketing.
Business Development & Operations
Business Development, Operations Management, Project Management, Trade Development, Key Account Management, Vendor Management, Franchisee Management, Channel Initiatives, Market Expansion.
Financial Management
Budgeting, Costs Optimization, ROI Analysis, Expenditure Control.
Leadership & Stakeholder Management
Customer and Commercial Leadership, Stakeholder Management, Team Leadership, Cross-functional Collaboration, Organizational Consensus, Client and Vendor Relationships.
Data & Market Analysis
Market Analytics, Performance Reporting, KPI Tracking, NPS (Net Promoter Score), ARPU (Average Revenue Per User), CSAT (Customer Satisfaction).