Head of Marketing - Automotive Industry

Greys Recruitment; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 1 800 000 - 2 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive company in South Africa is seeking a dynamic Head of Marketing to drive brand growth and oversee marketing strategies. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Marketing or a related field, alongside 10-12 years of leadership experience in a similar sector. This role involves developing integrated marketing strategies and leading a talented team to achieve exceptional results, with a salary range of R 1,800,000 - R 2,300,000 annually.

Qualifications

• 10-12 years of relevant experience in Sales & Marketing at a senior level.
• Experience in the automotive sector or related OEM environment is preferred.
• Postgraduate qualification is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement integrated marketing strategies.
• Lead and mentor a high-performing marketing team.
• Drive digital marketing initiatives for measurable results.
• Manage budgets effectively to ensure maximum ROI.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Leadership experience

Web analytics

Google Ads

Digital campaign management

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Channel/Network development

Digital marketing know-how

CRM software experience

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, or related field

Job description

Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for driving brand growth in the automotive industry? Our client, a leading Automotive OEM, is seeking a dynamic Head of Marketing to take ownership of their marketing strategy and execution across multiple channels.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, or related field (Postgraduate qualification advantageous).
• Proven leadership experience in marketing, ideally within the automotive sector or a related OEM environment.
• Strong expertise in web analytics, Google Ads, and digital campaign management.
• Excellent strategic, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to balance high-level strategy with hands-on execution.
• 10-12 years of relevant experience in Sales & marketing handling senior position.
• Channel /Network development
• Digital marketing know-how
• Experience with CRM software and DMS (dealer management system)
• Experience running successful marketing campaigns

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement integrated marketing strategies to strengthen brand positioning and market share.
• Lead, mentor, and inspire a high-performing marketing team.
• Drive digital marketing initiatives, including web analytics, Google Ads, SEO/SEM, and online campaigns, to generate measurable results.
• Oversee brand communications, product launches, campaigns, and sponsorships.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align marketing with business goals.
• Manage budgets effectively and ensure maximum ROI on all marketing spend.

ead of Marketing - Automotive Industry2025-08-28 - 2025-09-18PermanentJHB002834Media / Marketing / Advertising / PR / PublishingSouth Africa - Gauteng, Johannesburg (Centurion)R 1800000 - R 2300000 Annually (Negotiable)Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for driving brand growth in the automotive industry? Our client, a leading Automotive OEM, is seeking a dynamic Head of Marketing to take ownership of their marketing strategy and execution across multiple channels.Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, or related field (Postgraduate qualification advantageous).
• Proven leadership experience in marketing, ideally within the automotive sector or a related OEM environment.
• Strong expertise in web analytics, Google Ads, and digital campaign management.
• Excellent strategic, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to balance high-level strategy with hands-on execution.
• 10-12 years of relevant experience in Sales & marketing handling senior position.
• Channel /Network development
• Digital marketing know-how
• Experience with CRM software and DMS (dealer management system)
• Experience running successful marketing campaigns

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement integrated marketing strategies to strengthen brand positioning and market share.
• Lead, mentor, and inspire a high-performing marketing team.
• Drive digital marketing initiatives, including web analytics, Google Ads, SEO/SEM, and online campaigns, to generate measurable results.
• Oversee brand communications, product launches, campaigns, and sponsorships.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align marketing with business goals.
• Manage budgets effectively and ensure maximum ROI on all marketing spend.

How to apply:

1. 1. Follow the link to our jobseeker’s page - https://measuredability.com/jobseekers/
   2. Search for the job title.
   3. Click apply to submit your CV.