Brand & Advertising Manager - Support Office - Marketing

The Building Company; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail company in Cape Town is seeking a Brand & Advertising Manager to manage brand equity and oversee advertising functions. The ideal candidate has a relevant degree and extensive experience in brand management and advertising, including studio management. You will lead marketing strategies and develop campaigns to enhance brand presence and market share.

Qualifications

• Grade 12, plus a relevant tertiary degree.
• Minimum 5 years in Brand Management.
• 3 years’ experience in advertising and/or studio management.

Responsibilities

• Manage equity of the BUCO brand.
• Oversee advertising functions and strategy.
• Lead development of marketing mix.

Skills

Brand Management

Advertising Management

Graphic Design

Stakeholder Relations

Education

Relevant tertiary degree/national diploma

Honours degree (NQF 7)

Job description

Overview

Job title: Brand & Advertising Manager - Support Office - Marketing

Job Location: Western Cape, Cape Town

Deadline: October 11, 2025

Responsibilities

• The main purpose of the position is to manage equity of the BUCO brand in terms of development, maintenance, and growth of the brand, resulting in improved sales and market share.
• The role oversees all advertising functions and activities of the business, to form and direct advertising strategy, implement ad campaigns, and supervise advertising studio to contribute towards the reinforcement and building of the brand.
• Development and implementation of Brand Strategy
• Lead and develop a marketing mix
• Compile budget and capex expenses
• Management of 3rd party contributors / service providers
• Analyse customer / brand insights
• Advertising studio management
• External advertising agency output management
• Plan advertising and promotional campaigns
• Stakeholder relations management
• Manage administration
• People management
• Uphold and promote the company values and culture

Qualifications

• Grade 12, plus a relevant tertiary degree / national diploma (e.g., Marketing / Brand Management / Administration Management with workflow) (essential)
• An honours degree will be an advantage (NQF 7)
• Minimum 5 years in Brand Management
• Experience 3 – 5 years in a retail environment
• At least 3 years’ experience in advertising and/or studio management (essential)
• Advertising agency experience (highly advantageous)
• Graphic design experience
• Ad agency account management experience (desirable)