Junior Marketing Operations Co-ordinator

Cre8work!; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic marketing firm in South Africa is looking for a Junior Marketing Operations Officer. This role involves managing client requests, coordinating with the marketing team, and ensuring operational efficiency. Ideal candidates will possess a diploma in Marketing or Business Administration and strong organizational and communication skills. Prior experience in a coordinator role or design environment is preferred.

Qualifications

• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills for liaising with clients and teams.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Liaise between the Marketing team and clients for effective communication.
• Handle client requests and maintain day-to-day operations.
• Coordinate logistics, scheduling, and project timelines.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Proactive problem-solving

Multitasking

Education

Diploma in Marketing, Business Administration or related field

Tools

Project management tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Job Description:

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Junior Marketing Operations Officer to join our team. This role is crucial in maintaining day-to-day functions, handling client requests, and ensuring smooth operations between our Marketing team and clients. The ideal candidate will possess strong administration and planning skills, with the ability to seamlessly coordinate various tasks. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a design background looking to transition into a marketing operations or coordinator role.

Responsibilities:

1. Act as a key liaison between the Marketing team and clients, ensuring effective communication and understanding of client needs.
2. Maintain day-to-day operations, handling client requests, arranging quotes, coordinating deliveries, and managing purchase orders.
3. Process and ensure payment paperwork is accurate and submitted efficiently, collaborating with the finance department as needed.
4. Coordinate elements of events, including logistics, scheduling, and ensuring all aspects are executed seamlessly.
5. Provide support to the design team by handling overflow work, assisting with project coordination, and ensuring timely project delivery.
6. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline processes and enhance overall efficiency in marketing operations.
7. Demonstrate a proactive approach to problem-solving and contribute innovative ideas to improve operational workflows.
8. Assist in the development and maintenance of project timelines, ensuring that deadlines are met consistently.

Requirements:

1. Diploma in Marketing, Business Administration, or a related field.
2. Strong organizational and planning abilities with excellent attention to detail.
3. Effective communication skills to liaise between the Marketing team, clients, and other internal departments.
4. Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
5. Basic understanding of design principles or a design background is a plus.
6. Familiarity with project management tools and software.
7. Proactive problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently.
8. Eagerness to learn and grow within the marketing operations and coordination field.

Preferred Skills:

1. Previous experience in a coordinator or operations role, especially in a marketing or design environment.
2. Knowledge of event planning and execution.
3. Familiarity with graphic design software (Adobe Creative Suite) is a bonus.
4. Basic understanding of marketing strategies and concepts.