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Manuel Pinto Andrade

Luanda,Angola
Manuel Pinto Andrade

Summary

With a robust 16-year tenure in Angola's fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) sector, I stand as a fervent and results-driven leader dedicated to enriching consumer experiences, uplifting communities, and maximizing stakeholder value. At the helm of National Distillers' marketing division, I mastermind and implement comprehensive marketing strategies for an eclectic array of wine and spirits brands, including industry giants like Bacardi & Martini and Remy Cointreau, among others. My expertise spans across vital areas such as marketing and brand management, trade marketing, marketing communications, business development, and international trade.

My strategic approach has consistently delivered increased brand visibility, market penetration, and financial gains, alongside the successful introduction of private labels and the expansion of product categories. As the visionary founder and CEO of Noboru Brands, I am at the forefront of shaping a significant footprint in the pan-African consumer landscape, with a focus on nutrition, family prosperity, and the cultivation of African brands that bolster community wealth, sustainability, and resilience.

Overview

16
years of professional experience
3
years of post-secondary education

Work history

National Distillers
Luanda, Angola

Marketing Executive
07.2022 - Current

Job overview

  • Pioneered strategic marketing initiatives for BEST brand at National Distillers, significantly increasing brand recognition and market share.
  • Built and managed a dynamic marketing team, propelling brand innovation and consistent growth.
  • Cultivated strategic partnerships in On Trade, Off Trade, and traditional channels, broadening distribution networks.
  • Masterminded brand repositioning to resonate with current market dynamics and consumer demands.
  • Oversaw collaborations with premier marketing agencies for impactful Above The Line and Below The Line campaigns.
  • Strategically allocated and controlled the marketing budget to maximize return on investment.

Satoru Partners
Luanda, Angola

Founder Partner
11.2022 - 07.2023

Job overview

Satoru Partners

Spearheaded business development initiatives as Partner at a boutique BDC, providing comprehensive support to startups across key areas: Finance, Sales, Marketing, Legal, and Compliance.

• Boosted startups' growth

• Led financial strategies

• Drove sales & marketing

• Managed legal compliance

Hemera Capital Partners
Luanda, Angola

Consultant, Business Developer
02.2022 - 11.2022

Job overview

Crafted a strategic go-to-market plan for the fund manager's asset portfolio, enhancing market penetration and revenue growth.

• Devised GTM strategy for asset portfolio

• Enhanced fund manager market approach

• Optimized asset portfolio sales tactics

• Delivered results-oriented consultancy

Noboru Brands
Lisbon

Founder and Business Development
01.2020 - 01.2020

Job overview

  • Noboru, is a company specialized in Business Development and Strategic brand development
  • Our main project as been Noboru Brands, that is a consumer brands company with strong ambition to play an important role in Pan African consumer development, people nutrition and families prosperity
  • I developed and managed brand Portfolio in FMCG as MAFFY CEREALS, MAYA, diary milk and Aronne Cafe, Beverage.

Way Solid, LDA

Founder & CEO
04.2015 - 12.2019

Job overview

  • WAY SOLID is a company specializing in sales and capillary distribution of food and beverages.

Intrabe, Wine & Spirit Distribuition
Luanda

Executive Director and Business Development
03.2012 - 02.2015

Job overview

  • My role on Intrabe was to design and develop On-Trade distribution business, defining business strategy and portfolio brands
  • Actually, the business development started in 2010.

Intramuros Brands
Luanda

Board Member
01.2012 - 02.2015

Job overview

Intramuros, Brands
Luanda

Trade Marketing Manager
04.2009 - 01.2012

Job overview

  • In the Marketing team, I was Trade Marketing Manager for all trade in Angola
  • I assumed relevant responsibilities on getting market insights, planning strategy, managing team brand activation and implementations in the trade, from traditional trade, On trade and Modern trade
  • In that time, Intramuros was one of the most relevant Wine & Spirits Oficial Distributor for Angolan market, managing Bacardi Martini Brands, Remy Coitreau, Corona, Monster, Concha y Toro Wines, Douglas Green and Bochendal, Penfolds Wines, Joao Portugal Ramos Wines, Taylors, Crasto Wines.

Intraxiz Global Brands
Lisbon

Communication Manager
03.2008 - 03.2009

Job overview

  • Part of Marketing team, I was in charge of brands communication strategy to Angolan market
  • I developed and managed Advertising campaigns as a Martini brand.

Education

INP

Communication and Advertising
09.2005 - 05.2008

University overview

ISEG, Instituto Superior de Economia e Gestão

Marketing Management, Pos Graduation
09.2008 - 05.2009

University overview

ISEG

Marketing, Master (in dissertation)
01.2008

University overview

Skills

  • Business Strategy
  • Marketing Management
  • Brand Building
  • Communication Manager
  • Business Development
  • Trade Marketing Manager
  • Market positioning
  • Marketing plan development
  • Multivariate testing
  • Relationship building
  • Business case development
  • Strategic thinker
  • Strategic marketing

Languages

Português
Native
English
Advanced
Spanish
Upper intermediate

Custom

Custom
  • Sports
  • Read
  • Article writer
  • Blogger

Personal Information

Personal Information
  • Date of birth: 11/08/85
  • Nationality: Angolan and Portuguese

Timeline

Founder Partner
Satoru Partners
11.2022 - 07.2023
Marketing Executive
National Distillers
07.2022 - Current
Consultant, Business Developer
Hemera Capital Partners
02.2022 - 11.2022
Founder and Business Development
Noboru Brands
01.2020 - 01.2020
Founder & CEO
Way Solid, LDA
04.2015 - 12.2019
Executive Director and Business Development
Intrabe, Wine & Spirit Distribuition
03.2012 - 02.2015
Board Member
Intramuros Brands
01.2012 - 02.2015
Trade Marketing Manager
Intramuros, Brands
04.2009 - 01.2012
ISEG, Instituto Superior de Economia e Gestão
Marketing Management, Pos Graduation
09.2008 - 05.2009
Communication Manager
Intraxiz Global Brands
03.2008 - 03.2009
ISEG
Marketing, Master (in dissertation)
01.2008
INP
Communication and Advertising
09.2005 - 05.2008
Manuel Pinto Andrade