Assistant Manager Marketing Planning

Toyota South Africa Motors; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive company in Johannesburg is seeking a Marketing Planner to focus on product and marketing planning. The role involves analyzing market trends, compiling marketing strategies, and coordinating team efforts. Candidates should have an NQF Level 5 qualification in Marketing and experience in the motor industry. Strong analytical and project management skills are essential. This role is essential for enhancing the company’s market presence and reporting trends effectively.

Qualifications

• Experience in the motor industry and project management will be advantageous.
• PC literacy required with MS Office (Advanced) skills.

Responsibilities

• Analyze market trends and specifications for new and current model planning.
• Compile marketing strategies and coordinate team briefings.
• Conduct market research to identify additional requirements.
• Manage product presentations and marketing plans.

Skills

Decision making

Innovative ideas

Analytical skills

Perseverance

Project management

Integrity

Education

NQF Level 5 Qualification in Marketing

Tools

MS Office (Advanced)

SAP knowledge

Job description

Reporting to the Manager of Marketing Planning, this position will focus on product and marketing planning. This position is part of the Sales & Marketing Group and is based in Johannesburg.

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS :

1. New and current model planning – market trends analysis, specification, volumes, market share, price image
2. Marketing strategy compilation and team briefings – competitor analysis, target customer, product positioning
3. Marketing plan compilation coordination
4. Product briefs, marketing briefs, specification sheets and dealer bulletins
5. Market research – usage, initiation and additional requirement identification
6. Product presentations – media launches
7. Product project management
8. Market trends analysis and reporting

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE :

• NQF Level 5 (240 credits on level 8 framework) Qualification in Marketing or related
• Motor industry experience and experience in project management will be advantageous
• PC literacy (MS Office Advanced) and SAP knowledge will be advantageous

COMPETENCIES :

• Decision making
• Innovative ideas
• Analytical skills
• Perseverance
• Project management
• Integrity

IMPORTANT DIMENSIONS :

• Strategic thinking
• Attention to detail
• Good communication (both written and verbal)
• Analytical thinking
• Initiative

This appointment will be made in line with the company’s employment equity policy.