Job Description

We're seeking an Assistant Brand Manager for a 6-month fixed-term contract based in Umhlanga. Join a dynamic, fast-growing, and high-performing company in the personal care and toiletries industry, with a strong presence in both South Africa and international markets.
Duties and Responsibilities:

• Identify and quantify marketing opportunities in categories in which we operate
• Help to develop fantastic marketing mixes to maximise these opportunities
• Be responsible for implementing and executing the marketing mix to store-level
• Monitor and assess the commercial success of the mix in the marketplace
• Look for gaps in the market to exploit and grow
• Analyse and interpret data to provide recommendations for brand development
• Work with Research and development team to convert innovation ideas into products
• Work with cross-functional teams to execute projects within assigned timelines and budgets
• Work closely with the Design team on artwork execution
• Put together advertising and creative briefs
• Copywriting for marketing literature
• Closely working with the digital team on campaigns and projects

Requirements:

• Matric with pass in Maths Core
• Preferred Marketing Degree or Honours degree (including Finance/Business Science grads) or IMM Diploma
• 1- 2 years of work experience is preferred
• High attention to detail and accuracy, comfortable working with numbers and creative artwork
• Computer and Excel skills
• Great team working skills
• The ability to communicate effectively in English (written and spoken word)
• Excellent organizational skills
• Own reliable transport

Should you not receive a response within the next 2 weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful. Vacancies are advertised on our website, should you wish to keep abreast with our active roles.
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For more information please contact:
Talya Kimberley

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