Junior Brand Manager

Time Personnel; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 270,000; Full time

Job summary

Time Personnel in Muizenberg, Cape Town, is seeking a Junior Brand Manager to support brand portfolio growth. The role offers hands-on exposure to brand management, marketing projects, and product development with data analysis and stakeholder engagement.

You will work with suppliers and cross-functional teams to drive category plans, manage product lifecycles, and support launches and campaigns. Travel to customer meetings and trade events may be required.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing, Business Management, Project Management, or a related qualification
• 2–4 years experience in brand management or marketing
• Experience in lifecycle management of products is advantageous
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other MS Office applications
• Experience collaborating with suppliers, manufacturers and cross-functional teams

Responsibilities

• Manage assigned product categories to drive sales growth and profitability
• Develop and execute category plans aligned with market trends and strategy
• Coordinate new product development from concept to launch with internal and external teams
• Analyse market conditions, competitor activity and consumer trends to identify growth opportunities
• Recommend pricing, promotions and merchandising to support brand performance
• Partner with Sales to provide product knowledge and category insights
• Collaborate with Marketing to deliver launches, campaigns and trade shows
• Drive cross-functional projects across Sales, Operations, Finance and Design
• Monitor timelines, budgets and supplier performance to ensure on-time delivery
• Demonstrate excellent planning and coordination across multiple priorities
• Work effectively in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment

Skills

Excel

Stakeholder engagement

Project management

Marketing fundamentals

Travel willingness

Education

Marketing/Business degree or diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Junior Brand Manager required in Muizenberg, Cape Town.

Are you passionate about brands, marketing and product development, and ready to take the next step in your career? A well-established manufacturer in the Southern Suburbs, representing nationally recognised brands, is seeking a Junior Brand Manager to support the growth of its brand portfolio.

The role offers hands-on exposure to brand management, marketing projects, product development, data analysis and stakeholder engagement, with the opportunity to make a real impact on brand growth.

Requirements:

• Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing, Business Management, Project Management, or a related qualification
• 2 – 4 Years experience in brand management, category management, project management, or marketing
• Exposure to managing products throughout their lifecycle, from development to market launch, will be advantageous.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications
• Experience collaborating with suppliers, manufacturers, and multidisciplinary teams
• Valid driver’s licence with the flexibility to travel for customer meetings, trade exhibitions, supplier visits, and retail store visits.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Manage assigned product categories to achieve sales growth, profitability, and overall business objectives.
• Develop and execute category plans that align with market trends and company strategy.
• Coordinate new product development by working with internal departments and external suppliers from concept through to launch.
• Evaluate market conditions, competitor activity, consumer behaviour, and sales performance to identify opportunities for growth.
• Recommend pricing, promotional, and merchandising initiatives that strengthen product performance and brand positioning.
• Partner with the Sales team by providing product knowledge, category insights, and supporting sales initiatives.
• Collaborate with the Marketing team to deliver product launches, promotional campaigns, trade exhibitions, and digital marketing activities.
• Drive cross-functional projects by coordinating activities between Sales, Operations, Production, Purchasing, Finance, and Graphic Design teams.
• Monitor project timelines, budgets, and supplier performance to ensure projects are completed efficiently and within agreed objectives
• Excellent planning and coordination skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment.