CSP Assistant Manager

Unilever; Durban; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 450 000; Full time

Job summary

A multinational consumer goods company is looking for a CSP Assistant in Durban. The role focuses on leading market plan execution, localizing growth strategies, and tracking performance to drive success. Candidates should have 3-5 years of experience in marketing or sales within the FMCG industry and hold a BComm degree. Strong analytical skills and an innovative mindset are essential. The company values diversity and encourages applicants from all backgrounds.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3-5 years' experience in Marketing or Sales in FMCG industry.
• Strong Excel skills.
• Demonstrated cross-functional team experience.
• Strong demonstrated insight & analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead in Market Plan execution aligned to BU Strategy.
• Localises Category Growth Strategy.
• Executes the strategically aligned Commercial Plan in Market.
• Decides Channel/Customer Prioritisation in Market and deploys Budget accordingly.
• Tracks USG targets and investment to deliver BG strat by channel and customer.
• Deploy strategically aligned commercial plan in Market.

Skills

Innovation mindset

Commerce channels execution

Digital business models

Commercial Strategy

Business Acumen / NRM

Category Growth Management

Data-Drive Mindset

Customer and Retailer Understanding

Leadership

Education

BComm degree (preferably in Marketing, Business Administration, Financial majors)

Tools

Nielsen

PowerBI

Shoprite REX

PnP info hub

Job description

Position Details

• Function: Customer Development
• Reports to: CSP Manager
• Scope: Customer Development, South Africa
• Location: Johannesburg or Durban
• Terms & Conditions: Full time

About Unilever

With 3.4 billion people in over countries using our products every day, Unilever is a business that makes a real impact on the world.

Work on brands that are loved and improve the lives of our consumers and the communities around us.

We are driven by our purpose: to make sustainable living commonplace, and it is our belief that doing business the right way drives superior performance.

At the heart of what we do is our people – we believe that when our people work with purpose, we will create a better business and a better world. At Unilever, your career will be a unique journey, grounded in our inclusive, collaborative, and flexible working environment.

We don't believe in the 'one size fits all' approach and instead we will equip you with the tools you need to shape your own future.

Category / Function Introduction

Customer Development (CD) is what we call our Sales organization at Unilever.

Customer Development works closely with our customers to pioneer new products, build categories, and best deploy best-in-class retail and shopper capabilities.

Job Purpose

• Lead in Market Plan execution (Aligned to BU Strategy)
• Localises Category Growth Strategy
• Executes strategically aligned Commercial Plan in Market
• Decides Channel / Customer Prioritisation in Market and deploys Budget accordingly.
• Leads Core Capabilities and objective customer engagement (Catman / Shopper / NRM)
• D4C / D4R: executes locally AND integrates Channel & Customer upstream into BU.

What Will Your Main Responsibilities Be

• Category Growth Strategies Localise (Develop and deploy) CGS at channel and customer level, Work closely with Brand, CMI, NRM, Shopper Marketing to build Customer sell‑in
• Innovation Define national innovation & launch plan to channels / customers Monthly innovation tracking: sell‑in & out and distribution performance D4C / D4R: executes locally AND integrates upstream into BU
• Targets and Budgets Tracking USG targets and investment to deliver BG strat by channel and customer
• Pricing and promotions, Mix Own Pricing & Promo strategy Own and manage deal NRM: Ownership of L4 and L5
• Execution Deploy strategically aligned commercial plan in Market via CBD Deploy launch plans to channels / customers to ensure strength of execution Implement blueprints via FSA to ensure correct KPI is measured related & linked to COTC.
• Track TDP (total distribution points) on COTC and identify opportunities to be actioned Define channel / Customer Execution : (SoS, TDP).
• Capability Deploy core capabilities required to win by Channel and Customer.

Shopper / Digital marketing led

Catman / Shopper / NRM

Experiences & Qualifications

• Minimum 3-5 years' experience in Marketing or Sales in FMCG industry
• BComm degree (preferably in Marketing, Business Administration, Financial majors)
• Strong Excel skills.
• Demonstrated cross‑functional team.
• Strong demonstrated insight & analytical skills
• Previous experience using Nielsen, PowerBI or customer platforms like Shoprite REX or PnP info hub would be very favourable.

Skills

• Innovation mindset
• Commerce channels execution
• Digital business models
• Commercial Strategy
• Business Acumen / NRM
• Category Growth Management
• Data‑Drive Mindset
• Customer and Retailer Understanding
• Leadership
• You are energized by delivering fantastic results.
• You are an example to others – both your results and your resilience.
• You are constantly on the lookout for better ways to do things, engaging and collaborating with others along the way.
• As an individual you are responsible for your well‑being and delivering high standards of work.
• You must also focus on the Consumer and what they need.
• You are humble and have your head up, looking around to interpret evidence and data smartly, spot issues and opportunities to make things better.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Unilever is an equal opportunities employer and committed to diversity and inclusivity in the workplace. We deliberately seek talent that reflects the demographics of our country and helps build representation of currently under‑represented groups.

We invite applications from all candidates representing diversity of age, sex, disability, sexual orientation, race, religion or belief. When appointing potential candidates, the South African Employment Equity and Broad Based Black Economic Empowerment Legislation will be considered. We are required by law to verify your ability to work lawfully in South Africa. If you are applying as a foreign national, please note that you may be requested to provide supporting documents supporting this.

This is an office‑based role in Durban / Johannesburg and requires % of time attendance on site. We are committed to equity, inclusion and diversity to drive our business results and create a better future.

Thus if you require any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of your application so that we can support you through your recruitment journey.

Position Opening

Unilever is currently hiring for CSP Assistant.