Brand Manager Part Time

Media24; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading media company is seeking a Brand Manager to develop and execute brand strategies in South Africa. The ideal candidate will have a Business/Marketing degree and 5 years of experience in the cosmetics industry, demonstrating strong commercial acumen and analytical skills. This role offers an opportunity to influence market share and brand image through effective marketing campaigns and stakeholder engagement.

Qualifications

• 5 years relevant experience in the cosmetics industry.
• Experience as a Brand Manager or Category Manager.
• Strong commercial acumen with budgeting skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute brand strategies aligned with commercial goals.
• Lead budgeting and business forecasting processes.
• Monitor market trends and competitor activity.
• Deliver impactful marketing campaigns.

Skills

Brand management

Marketing concepts

Attention to detail

Proactivity

Interpersonal skills

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Business acumen

Education

Business/Marketing degree

Job description

Position : Brand Manager

Location : Cape Town / JHB

Reporting to : Marketing Manager

Purpose of the Role

To develop the brand in South Africa through optimum use of the A&P investment tools; ensuring a 360̊ approach to all marketing strategies, ultimately growing market share and brand image in South Africa.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Business Performance

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute brand strategies that align with commercial goals
• Lead budgeting and business forecasting processes for your category
• Monitor and analyze market trends, sales data, and competitor activity
• Act as both planner and buyer, managing end-to-end product lifecycle
• Collaborate with sales, supply chain, and creative teams to ensure seamless execution
• Deliver impactful marketing campaigns that drive consumer engagement and conversion
• Identify opportunities for growth, innovation, and product development

• Proven experience in a Brand Manager or Category Manager role
• Strong commercial acumen with the ability to forecast and manage budgets
• Excellent analytical and strategic thinking abilities
• Experience in planning and buying functions is highly advantageous
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, data-driven environment
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Work with a passionate, collaborative team in a growing business
• Take ownership of exciting local and international brands
• Influence high-level decisions with your insights and leadership

Stakeholder engagement and management

• Build and maintain strong relationships with all stakeholders to ensure full support of the brand in the market
• Work with all stakeholders to gain maximum exposure for the brand
• Co-ordination and implementation of PR activity

Budget and Financial Management

• Management of marketing budget
• Management and analysis of A&P spend to ensure effective usage thereof and ensuring a ROI and brand profitability
• Ensuring achievement of wholesale budgets across all retailers

COMPETENCIES

• Deciding and Initiating Action
• Working with People
• Writing and Reporting
• Persuading and Influencing
• Planning and Organising
• Delivering Results & Meeting Customer Expectations
• Adapting and responding to change
• Coping with pressures and setbacks
• Analysing
• Entrepreneurial and commercial thinking

SKILLS

• Strong understanding of Brand management & Marketing concepts
• Willing and able to work on both strategy and operational subjects
• Attention to detail
• Proactivity, adaptability & flexibility
• Multitasking
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Negotiation skills
• Communication skills
• Business acumen

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS

Business/Marketing degree

5 years relevant experience in the cosmetics industry