BS & ES Product Marketing Specialist

Execustaff Recruiting Services; Midrand; On-site; ZAR 400 000 - 600 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the ID/IT sector is seeking a Marketing Manager to oversee various marketing functions, including campaign management, digital marketing, and budget oversight. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in marketing strategies and proven experience in managing product launches and marketing budgets. This role requires excellent communication and negotiation skills, along with the ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines. Join a dynamic team and contribute to the growth of our business units.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years related experience in marketing or sales.
• Ability to manage multiple accounts and partners.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement marketing campaigns for new products.
• Manage budgets and oversee marketing spend.
• Conduct post-campaign analysis for maximum ROI.

Skills

Communication

Negotiation

Problem-solving

Strategic thinking

Analytical skills

Education

B Com Marketing

B Com Management

Diploma in Sales & Marketing

Tools

MS Office

Job description

• Responsible for the Marketing of the ID / IT and AE business units and all aspects of MarketingÂATL, BTL, TTL, working in conjunction with supporting department in order to reachÂmarketing objectives and goals

Key Duties

Campaign Management

• Development and Implementation of New Product Introductions via strategic ATL and BTL initiatives including Television, Print, Online, Public Relations, Launch, Activations, Promotions, point of sale etc
• BTL : Activities include compiling briefs, working with creative agencies as and when required,Âproject managing the creative, layout and content of the below-the-line material, as well as liaisingÂwith the relevant people for approvals
• Project Manage product launches in line with New Product Introductions
• Brief and manage Media agencies to develop optimal media strategies for NPI
• Brief and manage Creative agencies to develop local and / or adapt global creative for NPI
• Manage PR agencies to develop key PR initiatives to ensure maximum exposure is received andÂPR activities enhance brand and product awareness
• Post campaign analysis to ensure maximum ROI

Digital Marketing

• Develop and manage all Digital Marketing activity together with the agency for the ID / IT and AE business units
• Provide Digital marketing manager with all relevant digital assets to ensure the company website is updated as per NPI strategy
• Brief Digital Marketing Manager and Digital agency on digital requirements as per NPI strategies,Âoutlining objectives and targets
• Brief digital marketing manager, digital agency and PR agency on SNS requirements per NPI and / or on an on-going basis

Budget Management

• Monthly management & up-dating of marketing budget plans for the assigned Company assigned BUâs
• Overseeing total budget spend for the ID / IT and AE Business unit
• Processing payments to agencies / vendors for Marketing initiatives
• Following global procurement process to ensure maximum value received from initiatives and costÂsaving KPIâs met
• Develop overall yearly marketing plan and budget

Product Marketing

• Collating and distributing product information and marketing campaign information to the sales team, to be filtered to the relevant accounts

Events and Activation ManagementÂ

• Managing NPI, Consumer and trade shows by project managing each individual show, in conjunction withÂevents management companies and other agencies
• Ensure all elements of the show ie concept, idea generation, concept and collateral sign off, budget, stock,Âpromoter briefing, giveaways, merchandising etc. are within the project time lines in order for the show to beÂsuccessful

Reporting

• Provide reports and analysis as required
• To prepare presentations, proposals, plans, contact reports as necessary

Organization Influence

Extensive High Level Strategic / Operational Interaction with (Internal) : Product Management, Corporate Marketing; GTM, Export Sales, Sales / KAM Team, Service, Finance, Procurement;Â

Logistics

External Interaction with : Media Agency, Creative Agency, PR Agency, BTL agency, Trade customers, Journalists, Production Agencies

Nature and Purpose of the Interaction : Â

• Product management : Marketing strategy and implementation, product specs, images
• Corporate Marketing : BU Marketing strategy alignment with Corporate Marketing strategy
• GTM : Execution of GTM Strategies within the Marketing strategy ie POP PlacementÂ
• SALES / KAM Team : share marketing strategy, product images & specs
• Finance : Budget management, invoice payments to vendors
• Media / Creative / PR / BTL Agency : Briefs related to Marketing strategies, management ofÂmedia / creative / PR assets as per Marketing campaigns
• Trade customers : images, specs, broadsheet approvals
• Journalists : queries related to product specs, images, PR activations via PR Agency

Required Experience

• B Com Marketing / B Com Management / Diploma in Sales & Marketing
• 3 â 5 years related experience
• Experience working in a fast-paced environment
• Good knowledge of marketing, sales and general warehouse procedures
• Proven track record in customer relations
• MS Office at an advanced level
• Ability to use database for recording and reporting
• Possession of a reliable vehicle and a valid driverâs licence
• Highly motivated with an outgoing personality with a focus on partner relationship building
• Honesty, integrity and ethical conduct at all times
• Ability to manage multiple accounts and partners
• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
• Able to meet all deadlines and targets for the department
• Negotiation and administrative skills
• Solid interpersonal and communication skillsÂ
• Strong presentation and writing skills
• Results oriented and self-motivated
• Strategic thinker and creative marketer
• Attention to detailÂ
• Ability to work well under pressure and within tight deadlines
• Willingness and ability to travel nationally and internationally when required
• Ability to multi-task on a number of various tasks at hand
• Problem-solving and analytical skills to interpret sales performance and market trend information and apply to marketing scope

Cultural Diversity

• Experience working within a diverse culture and ensuring harmonious working relationshipÂbetween employees is vital
• Interface with cross functional work teams such as dealers, customer support / services / Âsales / marketing / finance etc

Analysis

• Approval Process
• Campaign development to support BU objectives

Travel Requirements

• Minimal travel
• Travel for business meetings within the Gauteng and SA provinces
• May have to attend Adhoc regional and Global conferences, however this varies per year

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