Junior Brand Manager

Staff Unlimited Recruitment Pty Ltd T/A MPC Recruitment Group EC; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is looking for a Junior Brand Manager in Cape Town to support brand growth in the beauty industry. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Marketing or Commerce, 2-3 years of relevant experience, and strong MS Office skills. This role involves managing brand strategies, product launches, and relationships with retailers, as well as leveraging social media and market insights. The position offers a dynamic environment for creative marketing professionals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing or Commerce is mandatory.
• 2-3 years experience in brand management or marketing, preferably in beauty or FMCG.
• Proficiency in MS Office, especially Excel and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Support the development of yearly brand plans.
• Conduct product launches and manage promotions.
• Maintain social media content and PR calendars.
• Build relationships with retailers and internal teams.
• Analyze brand performance and market trends.

Skills

Creative marketing skills

Detail-oriented

Excellent communication

Organizational skills

Education

Degree in Marketing / Commerce

Tools

MS Office (Excel & PowerPoint)

Odoo

Job description

Junior Brand Manager – Beauty Industry

Are you a creative, detail-driven marketer with a passion for beauty and brand building? This is your chance to join a dynamic team where you’ll help shape the growth of leading beauty brands.

What you’ll do:

• Support the development and execution of annual brand plans

• Drive product launches, promotions, and in-store activations

• Manage PR, digital content, and social media calendars

• Build strong relationships with retailers and internal teams

• Track brand performance, competitor insights, and market trends

• Maintain accurate SKU data and forecasts on Odoo

• Assist with presentations, pricing, and strategy meetings

• Maintain all social media platforms
• Contribute to brand storytelling through PR kits, press releases & content

What you need:

• A Degree in Marketing / Commerce

• 2–3 years’ experience in brand or marketing roles (beauty or FMCG preferred)

• Strong MS Office skills (Excel & PowerPoint essential)

• Excellent writing, communication, and presentation skills

• Highly organised, proactive, confident, and a team player

• Able to juggle multiple projects in a fast-paced environment

• Strong attention to detail and a passion for beauty trends

If you love building brands, bringing ideas to life, and working in a creative, fast-moving environment - send my your CV!