Job Description

Brand Manager

We are an established company in the FMCG personal care sector, committed to delivering innovative and high-quality beauty products.

We're excited to welcome a new Brand Manager to our dynamic marketing team, starting in

January 2026!

The ideal candidate will possess a rare combination of analytical rigor and creative vision, excelling in both strategic thinking and execution. This role requires adaptability to changing market conditions and the ability to develop strategies that build strong, enduring brand equity.

This is an

in-person

role based in

Paarden Eiland

, Cape Town.

Key Responsibilities:

Brand Strategy Development

: Develop and implement comprehensive brand strategies to increase brand awareness, growth, and market share

Brand Communication

: Ensure consistency in messaging across all marketing channels

Market Research

: Conduct regular consumer and competitor analysis to identify trends and opportunities

Product Launches & Campaigns

: Plan and execute product launches

Brand Performance Monitoring

: Track and report on brand performance metrics

Budget Management

: Develop and manage the brand marketing budget to ensure cost-effective campaigns and activities

Team Collaboration:

Marketing, Design, Product - including existing product and new product development

Skills and attributes:

Strong Communication Skills

: Excellent verbal and written communication abilities to convey brand messages clearly and persuasively.

Creativity & Innovation

: Ability to think outside the box and develop engaging marketing campaigns.

Project Management

: Strong organizational skills to manage multiple tasks and deadlines effectively.

Analytical Mindset

: Ability to analyze data, derive insights, and use them to inform strategic decisions.

Leadership

: Capable of leading a team and working with diverse cross-functional groups.

Attention to Detail

: Ensuring the accuracy and consistency of brand messaging and assets.

Minimum Requirements:

Bachelor's Degree in Marketing or Business Management Matric Mathematics (not literacy) At least 5 years' Brand Management or Marketing experience within a branded FMCG company Microsoft Office: good Excel Skills (formulas, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, pivot tables) and competency in PowerPoint and Word. High Numerical Skills and Analytical skills. Driver's License Willingness to travel occasionally
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Up to R40000,00 per month

Ability to commute/relocate:

Cape Town, Western Cape: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Education:

Bachelors (Required)
Experience:

FMCG Brand: 5 years (Required)
Work Location: In person