Marketing Coordinator - FMCG (Remote)

Placements24; Gqeberha; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remote benefits

Online professional development

Collaborative virtual team

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a proactive Marketing Coordinator to support FMCG campaigns in a remote role. You will assist in planning and execution across digital and traditional channels, coordinate with designers and vendors, and help manage social media.

With a Bachelor's degree in Marketing or related field and 1–2 years of experience, you will thrive in a fast-paced, remote environment, track campaign performance, and contribute to brand strategy while delivering timely results.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Business or related field.
• 1–2 years of experience in a marketing support/coordination role.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; familiarity with marketing software (CRM, email marketing platforms) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute integrated marketing campaigns across digital and traditional channels.
• Coordinate with designers, content creators, and vendors to ensure timely delivery of materials.
• Support social media management, including content scheduling and performance tracking.
• Conduct market research and competitor analysis to identify trends and opportunities.
• Assist in organizing marketing events, webinars, and promotional activities.
• Maintain marketing databases and track campaign performance metrics.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Written & verbal communication

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Business

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

CRM

Email marketing platforms

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a proactive and creative Marketing Coordinator to support their marketing initiatives within the FMCG sector. This remote role is ideal for an individual passionate about consumer brands, organized, and adept at managing multiple tasks. You will assist in the execution of marketing campaigns, coordinate with internal teams and external vendors, and contribute to market research efforts. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring seamless campaign delivery and supporting the broader marketing objectives of the company, all while enjoying the flexibility of a remote work environment and contributing to the success of impactful FMCG brands.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the planning and execution of integrated marketing campaigns across digital and traditional channels.
• Coordinate with graphic designers, content creators, and other vendors to ensure timely delivery of marketing materials.
• Support social media management, including content scheduling, community engagement, and performance tracking.
• Conduct market research and competitor analysis to identify trends and opportunities for assigned brands.
• Help organize and manage marketing events, webinars, and promotional activities.
• Maintain marketing databases and track campaign performance metrics, generating reports as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, or a related field.
• 1-2 years of experience in a marketing support or coordination role, ideally within FMCG.
• Strong organizational skills and exceptional attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; familiarity with marketing software (e.g., CRM, email marketing platforms) is a plus.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage priorities, and meet deadlines in a remote setting.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive remote work benefits.
• Opportunity to gain diverse experience in FMCG marketing.
• Access to online professional development courses.
• Collaborative virtual team environment.
• Contribution to brand strategy and campaign execution for well-known products.