Marketing Coordinator

Pinnacle; Midrand; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 480,000; Full time

Job summary

Pinnacle is seeking a Marketing Coordinator to coordinate and execute marketing campaigns and events across multiple Brands/Vendors. You will develop GTM action plans, manage supplier relationships, and drive lead generation and ROI through digital and traditional channels.

The role requires 3+ years in marketing, strong PowerPoint and Excel skills, and experience in event planning and market research. Travel and some overtime may be required.

Qualifications

• 3 years of proven experience in a Marketing role and execution of marketing plans.
• Minimum 2 years in traditional and digital marketing, content marketing, and social media marketing.
• A minimum 3 years of experience planning and organizing corporate marketing events.
• Supplier management experience including working with suppliers, negotiating and sourcing quotes.
• Experience preparing professional written communication and PowerPoint presentations.
• Experience conducting marketing research and using data analytics to understand effectiveness and campaign success measures.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and execute marketing campaigns for multiple brands/vendors.
• Develop GTM action plans for Brands and manage events end-to-end.
• Coordinate vendor marketing activities and ROI-focused campaigns.
• Conduct market research and produce sell-out reports.
• Load purchase orders in Sage and ensure vendor invoices are accurate.
• Create and review PowerPoint presentations and write proposals.

Skills

Marketing planning

Campaign execution

Events coordination

Content creation

ROI analysis

Digital marketing

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Marketing

Matric

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Sage

Job description

Job Purpose

As a Marketing Coordinator, you will play a pivotal role in coordinating and executing marketing campaigns and events for the Company.

Key Responsibilities

• Responsible for Marketing planning and execution of marketing for various Brands/Vendors.


• Create and execute GTM action plans for Brands.


• Responsible for full and comprehensive coordination, organizing, and planning of events, following through with execution to ensure events run smoothly and professionally as required.


• Execute on all vendor marketing activities, including sales-driven initiatives, demand generation, events, incentives, digital campaigns, floor days, etc.


• Identify and execute improvements for processes, content, and lead generation.


• Drive and support sales for brands – including content building and reseller enablement messaging.


• Drive and implement targeted marketing campaigns and re-marketing that result in ROI.


• Conduct Market Research, analysing results and sell-out reports.


• Complete Vendor claims administration and Proof of Execution reporting.


• Complete various departmental tasks for marketing of the company both externally and internally.


• Load purchase orders on Sage and ensure accurate invoices of vendors/suppliers.


• Record and publish meeting minutes.


• Create and review PowerPoint presentations and write proposals.

Requirements

Experience and Knowledge

• 3 years of proven experience in a Marketing role and execution of marketing plans


• A minimum of 2 years of working experience in traditional and digital marketing, content marketing, and social media marketing


• A minimum 3 years of experience planning and organizing corporate marketing events


• Supplier management experience including working with suppliers, negotiating and sourcing quotes


• Experience preparing professional written communication and PowerPoint presentations


• Experience conducting marketing research and using data analytics to understand effectiveness and campaign success/measures


• Solid knowledge of the workings of a variety of Social Media Platforms


• Experience using vendor portals for marketing plan submission and claiming will be an advantage


• Marketing experience within the IT industry and an understanding of the Brands/Vendors associated with Pinnacle will be an advantage

Skills and Education

• Matric


• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing is preferred


• Proficient in the Microsoft Office suite, including excellent Excel and PowerPoint skills.


• Skilled at using a variety of Social Media Platforms.


• Ability to complete basic calculations, work with numbers, and create budgets.


• Developed negotiation skills.


• Excellent written and verbal business communication skills (detail orientated no grammar or spelling issues).


• Good customer management skills


• Excellent event co-ordination skills – understanding a brief, planning, organizing, scheduling and budget management


• Travel will be required


• Must be willing to work overtime and to attend events both early in the morning and into the evening when required

Personal Attributes and Qualities

• Ability to work under pressure


• Enjoys taking initiative, accountability, and responsibility for project delivery


• Self-driven and motivated


• Displays a high level of energy


• Self-confident and assertive


• Agile and ability to course correct – can adapt quickly on marketing plan/execution to ensure optimal ROI and effectiveness


• Excellence orientated – motivated to achieve high standards and ongoing improvement


• Decisive - ability to make decisions, render judgement, take action & apply corrective measures


• Detail orientated


• Enjoys customer service management


• Creative and innovative

Compliance Competencies

• Perform all duties with integrity, to the highest ethical standards, and in compliance with all relevant legal, contractual and other requirements as mandated by the Company Code of Conduct.


• Keep up to date with changes in applicable compliance obligations, controls and measures relevant to the role.

Benefits

Pinnacle is for people who want more than just a job. It’s a place to get involved, try new things, build your skills and take your career further.

With more than 30 years in the ICT industry, Pinnacle offers the opportunity to work alongside talented people, gain exposure to leading technology brands and be part of a business that continues to evolve with the industry.

You’ll work with great people, get hands‑on experience with some of the biggest names in technology and have opportunities to learn, train and take on new challenges along the way.

Whether you’re starting your career or ready for your next challenge, Pinnacle is a place where you can contribute, make an impact and build what comes next.

You’re not simply joining a company. You’re joining a team where you can learn, grow and build a career.