Junior Brand Assistant - FMCG Marketing

Placements24; Midrand; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote position

Mentorship from Brand Managers

Training & professional development

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an enthusiastic Junior Brand Assistant to support the marketing team in a fast-moving consumer goods company. This fully remote role allows you to work from anywhere in South Africa, assisting Brand Managers with campaigns, research, and daily brand activities.

The ideal candidate is a recent graduate with up to two years of marketing experience, strong organizational skills, and a keen interest in consumer behaviour and marketing trends.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business Administration, Communications, or a related field.
• Zero to two years of experience in marketing, brand management, or a related field (internships count).
• Strong interest in FMCG industry and brand marketing.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a remote setting.

Responsibilities

• Assist Brand Managers in the development and execution of marketing plans and campaigns.
• Conduct market research and competitive analysis to identify trends and opportunities.
• Support the creation of marketing materials, presentations, and reports.
• Help manage social media content calendars and engagement activities.
• Coordinate with external agencies and internal teams on various brand projects.
• Track and report on marketing campaign performance and key brand metrics.
• Assist with budget tracking and invoice processing for marketing activities.
• Organize and maintain brand assets and collateral.
• Provide general administrative support to the marketing department.

Skills

Marketing fundamentals

Communication skills

Time management

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Marketing or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a dynamic and rapidly expanding FMCG company, is seeking an enthusiastic and organized Junior Brand Assistant to support their marketing team. This is a fantastic entry-level opportunity for someone passionate about brand building and marketing within the fast-moving consumer goods sector. This position is fully remote, offering the flexibility to work from anywhere in South Africa. You will assist Brand Managers in executing marketing campaigns, conducting market research, and managing day-to-day brand activities. The ideal candidate is a proactive learner, possesses strong organizational skills, and has a keen interest in consumer behaviour and marketing trends. You will gain invaluable experience in a supportive environment, contributing to the success of well-known FMCG brands. We are looking for someone eager to learn, contribute, and grow their career in brand management. This role is ideal for a recent graduate or an individual with limited but relevant experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist Brand Managers in the development and execution of marketing plans and campaigns.
• Conduct market research and competitive analysis to identify trends and opportunities.
• Support the creation of marketing materials, presentations, and reports.
• Help manage social media content calendars and engagement activities.
• Coordinate with external agencies and internal teams on various brand projects.
• Track and report on marketing campaign performance and key brand metrics.
• Assist with budget tracking and invoice processing for marketing activities.
• Organize and maintain brand assets and collateral.
• Provide general administrative support to the marketing department.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business Administration, Communications, or a related field.
• Zero to two years of experience in marketing, brand management, or a related field (internships count).
• A strong interest in the FMCG industry and brand marketing.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a remote setting.
• Enthusiastic, proactive, and eager to learn.
• Must be based in South Africa and authorized to work.

Benefits

• Competitive starting annual salary of ZAR.
• Fully remote work arrangement offering excellent work-life balance.
• Opportunities for extensive training and professional development in marketing and brand management.
• Mentorship from experienced Brand Managers.
• Gain hands-on experience with diverse FMCG brands.
• A collaborative and supportive virtual work culture.
• Exposure to all aspects of brand marketing within a growing company.
• Contribution towards medical aid and retirement fund.