Brand Assistant - FMCG

Placements24; Bloemfontein; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Mentorship program

Career growth opportunities

On-the-job training

Job summary

Placements24 in Bloemfontein is seeking an enthusiastic Brand Assistant to support the marketing team. This entry-level role offers hands-on experience in brand management within a leading consumer goods company. You will assist in campaigns, conduct market research, and provide admin support to Brand Managers.

This role is ideal for a recent graduate eager to learn, with opportunities for mentorship and career growth in a dynamic FMCG environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business, Communications, or related field.
• Strong interest in the FMCG industry.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist Brand Managers in developing and executing marketing plans and campaigns.
• Conduct market research and analyze consumer insights and competitors.
• Prepare marketing materials, presentations, and reports.
• Coordinate with external agencies and internal teams on campaigns.
• Manage brand assets and ensure consistent communication.
• Provide admin support including budget tracking and invoices.

Skills

Excellent organizational and time‑man

Strong written and verbal comms

Interest in FMCG marketing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business, Communications, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an enthusiastic and detail-oriented Brand Assistant to support the marketing team in managing and growing their portfolio of FMCG brands. This entry-level position offers a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on experience in brand management within a leading consumer goods company based in Bloemfontein . You will assist in the execution of marketing campaigns, conduct market research, and provide administrative support to the Brand Managers. This role is ideal for a recent graduate or early-career professional eager to learn and contribute to the success of well-known FMCG products .

Key Responsibilities

• Assist Brand Managers in the development and execution of marketing plans and campaigns for assigned FMCG brands.
• Conduct market research, gather consumer insights, and analyze competitor activities.
• Help prepare marketing materials, presentations, and reports.
• Coordinate with external agencies (advertising, PR) and internal teams (sales, supply chain) on campaign execution.
• Manage brand assets and ensure consistency across all communication channels.
• Provide administrative support to the marketing department, including budget tracking and invoice processing.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business, Communications, or a related field.
• Passion for marketing and a strong interest in the FMCG industry.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Benefits

• Competitive starting salary.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance.
• On-the-job training and mentorship from experienced professionals.
• Opportunities for career advancement within the marketing department.
• Exposure to a dynamic and supportive work environment in Bloemfontein .