Marketing and Sales Specialist

University of Fort Hare; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 400,000 - 650,000; Full time

Job summary

Join an elite team as a Marketing & Sales Specialist at a leading university, where you'll drive growth in the luxury security vehicle sector. This unique hybrid role involves developing marketing strategies and executing high-value sales, offering exposure to high-net-worth clients and corporate stakeholders. Ideal candidates possess a marketing degree and several years of experience in sales-driven environments, and can expect a dynamic work atmosphere focused on strategic outreach and relationship building.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years progressive marketing experience with significant sales involvement.
• Proven ability to activate marketing leads into tangible sales opportunities.
• Prior supervisory, team leader, or project management experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop comprehensive marketing campaigns across various platforms.
• Conduct market research in luxury sectors.
• Oversee daily sales operations and team productivity.

Skills

Digital Marketing

CRM Management

Analytical Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Marketing

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration

Tools

Salesforce

HubSpot

Job description

Annually Cost To Company (Market related)

Join an elite team as Marketing & Sales Specialist and become instrumental in driving growth within the luxury security vehicle market. This unique hybrid role combines strategic marketing leadership (60%) with high-value sales execution (40%), offering unparalleled exposure to discerning clientele including high-net-worth individuals, corporations, and diplomatic entities.

WHAT MAKES THIS ROLE EXCEPTIONAL

• Develop comprehensive marketing campaigns across digital, social media, print, and exclusive industry events
• Conduct market research within high-end security and luxury automotive sectors
• Strategically nurture marketing leads through sophisticated sales funnels
• Oversee premium content creation aligned with luxury brand positioning
• Manage CRM optimization for lead tracking and conversion reporting
• Execute exclusive client engagement events, private viewings, and product demonstrations
• Collaborate on seamless lead handovers to maximize conversion rates
• Participate in high-value client presentations and product demonstrations
• Build lasting relationships with key clients in the luxury security sector
• Deputy Sales Manager Responsibilities: Step into full sales management when required
  • Oversee daily sales operations and team productivity
  • Conduct team briefings and provide strategic guidance
  • Handle complex client inquiries and negotiations
  • Monitor performance against targets and implement corrective actions

IDEAL CANDIDATE PROFILE

Essential Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business Administration, or related field
• Experience: 5-7 years progressive marketing experience with significant sales involvement
• Industry Background: FMCG, Luxury Goods, High-Value Automotive, or complex sales cycle environments
• Track Record: Proven ability to activate marketing leads into tangible sales opportunities
• Leadership: Prior supervisory, team leader, or project management experience preferred

Technical Expertise

• Advanced digital marketing proficiency (SEO, SEM, social media, email marketing)
• CRM software expertise (Salesforce, HubSpot)
• Strong analytical capabilities with data-driven decision making
• Strategic campaign planning and execution

WHAT MAKES THIS ROLE EXCEPTIONAL

Marketing Leadership & Strategy (60%)

• Develop comprehensive marketing campaigns across digital, social media, print, and exclusive industry events
• Conduct market research within high-end security and luxury automotive sectors
• Strategically nurture marketing leads through sophisticated sales funnels
• Oversee premium content creation aligned with luxury brand positioning
• Manage CRM optimization for lead tracking and conversion reporting
• Execute exclusive client engagement events, private viewings, and product demonstrations

Sales Excellence & Leadership (40%)

• Collaborate on seamless lead handovers to maximize conversion rates
• Participate in high-value client presentations and product demonstrations
• Build lasting relationships with key clients in the luxury security sector
• Deputy Sales Manager Responsibilities: Step into full sales management when required
  • Oversee daily sales operations and team productivity
  • Conduct team briefings and provide strategic guidance
  • Handle complex client inquiries and negotiations
  • Monitor performance against targets and implement corrective actions

IDEAL CANDIDATE PROFILE

Essential Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business Administration, or related field
• Experience: 5-7 years progressive marketing experience with significant sales involvement
• Industry Background: FMCG, Luxury Goods, High-Value Automotive, or complex sales cycle environments
• Track Record: Proven ability to activate marketing leads into tangible sales opportunities
• Leadership: Prior supervisory, team leader, or project management experience preferred

Technical Expertise

• Advanced digital marketing proficiency (SEO, SEM, social media, email marketing)
• CRM software expertise (Salesforce, HubSpot)
• Strong analytical capabilities with data-driven decision making
• Content management systems experience
• Strategic campaign planning and execution

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted