Area Marketer (MPU)

SMD Technologies; Mbombela (Nelspruit); On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

SMD Technologies Pty Ltd in Nelspruit seeks an Area Marketer to drive retail execution, manage promotional activities, and enhance brand visibility across allocated stores. The role focuses on merchandising excellence, customer relationship building, and POP material management.

Responsibilities include monitoring promotions, maintaining planograms, coaching field staff, and ensuring shelf health and product availability. Strong communication and FMCG experience are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 (Matric) required.
• Valid driver’s license and own vehicle.
• FMCG industry experience.
• Strong computer literacy (Microsoft Office).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Execute and monitor promotional activities in assigned areas.
• Ensure compliance with merchandising standards and planograms.
• Manage and maintain Point of Purchase (POP) materials.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with customers and stakeholders.
• Monitor competitor activity and identify market opportunities.
• Lead, coach, and support field staff to achieve business objectives.
• Conduct regular store visits and provide actionable feedback.
• Ensure product availability and shelf health across all stores.

Skills

Customer-focused

Leadership

Problem solving

Planning & organizing

Attention to detail

Independence under pressure

Education

Grade 12 (Matric)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

SMD Technologies Pty Ltd

Job Title: Area Marketer

Location: Nelspruit, MPU

Job Summary

We are seeking a dynamic and results-driven Area Marketer to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for driving retail execution, managing promotional activities, building strong customer relationships, and ensuring excellence in merchandising and brand visibility across allocated stores.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute and monitor promotional activities in assigned areas.
• Ensure compliance with merchandising standards and planograms.
• Manage and maintain Point of Purchase (POP) materials.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with customers and stakeholders.
• Monitor competitor activity and identify market opportunities.
• Lead, coach, and support field staff to achieve business objectives.
• Conduct regular store visits and provide actionable feedback.
• Ensure product availability and shelf health across all stores.

Requirements

Essential

• Grade 12 (Matric).
• Valid driver's license.
• Own Vehicle.
• FMCG industry experience.
• Strong computer literacy (Microsoft Office).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Advantageous

• Experience in retail merchandising and promotions.

Skills & Competencies

• Customer-focused approach.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities.
• Strong planning and organizational skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and under pressure.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary package.
• Career growth and development opportunities.
• Dynamic and supportive work environment.
• Opportunity to work with leading retail and FMCG brands.

SMD Technologies is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to the principles of employment equity. In accordance with the Company's Employment Equity Plan and the requirements of the Employment Equity Act, preference may be given to suitably qualified candidates from designated groups. Applications from persons with disabilities are encouraged.