Junior Channel Marketing Specialist

ASUS; Randburg; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in Randburg is seeking a Channel Marketing Specialist to manage retail marketing initiatives and ensure compliance across channels. Responsibilities include overseeing marketing operations, managing promotional activities, and generating reports on sales data. The ideal candidate will have a marketing background, strong organizational skills, and effective communication abilities. This role offers the chance to lead initiatives for a recognized brand in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Collaborative working environment

Impactful projects in a global company

Qualifications

• Proven experience in marketing, preferably in a channel or retail marketing environment.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with teams and partners.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the application and closure of XPOR processes.
• Monitor and optimize 'Share of Shelf' on major e-tailer platforms.
• Generate and submit weekly merchandiser reports for key retailers.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Analytical mindset

Communication skills

Proficiency in reporting software

Self-motivated

Job description

Role Overview

ASUS South Africa is seeking a Channel Marketing Specialist is responsible for the execution and monitoring of channel marketing initiatives, ensuring timely and accurate completion of sales-related marketing tasks, effective event management, and maintaining strong brand presence and compliance across various retail and e-tail channels. This role requires a proactive individual who can contribute to overall sales objectives through diligent reporting and strategic channel activities.

Key Responsibilities

Sales-Related Marketing Operations

• Oversee the timely application and closure of XPOR processes. (Internal Systems)
• Manage and ensure budget reservations are applied accurately and on schedule.
• Facilitate the timely closure of all RMA funds.
• Prepare and distribute weekly Sell Out/Sell Through reports to relevant stakeholders.

Event and Channel Marketing Management

• Manage and track the distribution and inventory of promotional giveaways.
• Monitor and optimize "Share of Shelf" for company SKUs on major e-tailer platforms (e.g. Takealot, Wootware), ensuring prominent visibility.
• Ensure high POSM (Point of Sale Material) accuracy, verifying that stores are fully compliant with CRM guidelines and updated campaign requirements.
• Drive the onboarding rate for retail staff onto the ASUS University platform, encouraging active participation and usage.

Reporting and Analysis

• Generate and submit weekly merchandiser reports detailing activities and observations at key retailers.
• Conduct bi-weekly in-store competitor analysis, providing insights into market trends and competitor strategies.
• Contribute to the preparation of MKT KPI reports and Sales KPI reports.

Requirements

Qualifications and Skills

• Proven experience in marketing, preferably within a channel or retail marketing environment.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively.
• Excellent attention to detail for accurate reporting and compliance.
• Analytical mindset for interpreting sales data and competitor insights.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with internal teams and external partners (retailers, etailers).
• Proficiency in relevant reporting and office software.
• Proactive, self-motivated, and results driven.
• MUST OWN A CAR

What We Offer

• The opportunity to lead digital initiatives for a globally recognized technology brand.
• A dynamic and collaborative working environment with opportunities for professional development.
• The ability to make a meaningful impact in a fast-paced, high-growth sector
• Opportunity to work on large-scale campaigns and brand initiatives for a global company