Durban Marketing Leader: Hybrid & Campaigns

Placements24; Durban; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Medical benefits

Retirement benefits

Generous leave policy

Job summary

Placements24 is recruiting a seasoned Marketing Manager to lead Durban’s marketing efforts. You will craft and execute integrated plans spanning digital campaigns, PR, and traditional advertising to grow the brand and capture market share.

You’ll drive budgets, mentor a marketing team, and collaborate with agencies and media partners to deliver a consistent, impactful brand message in the vibrant Durban economy.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in marketing management with emphasis on strategic planning and execution.
• Proven ability to develop and implement integrated marketing campaigns.
• Strong understanding of digital marketing, content strategy, PR, and advertising.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience in market research, data analysis, and reporting on marketing ROI.
• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business Administration, or related discipline.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage annual marketing plans and budgets, aligning with overall business objectives.
• Lead the strategy and execution of integrated marketing campaigns across digital and traditional channels.
• Oversee brand management, ensuring consistency in messaging and visual identity across all touchpoints.
• Manage relationships with external agencies, vendors, and media partners.
• Analyze market trends, customer insights, and competitor activities to identify new opportunities and threats.
• Direct and mentor the marketing team, fostering a culture of collaboration and high performance.

Skills

Strategic planning

Campaign management

Digital marketing

Brand management

Leadership

Communication

Market research

Data analysis

ROI reporting

Vendor relationships

Education

Bachelor's degree in Marketing

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration

Job description

Placements24 is recruiting a seasoned Marketing Manager to lead Durban’s marketing efforts. You will craft and execute integrated plans spanning digital campaigns, PR, and traditional advertising to grow the brand and capture market share.

You’ll drive budgets, mentor a marketing team, and collaborate with agencies and media partners to deliver a consistent, impactful brand message in the vibrant Durban economy.