Marketing Director

Afrizan People Intelligence; Durban; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

An influential marketing consultancy is seeking a Marketing Director in Durban to lead brand and marketing strategies. The role requires a dynamic leader with 8–10 years of experience, including 5+ in management. The candidate will oversee budget management, team development, and align marketing initiatives with business goals. Strong skills in strategic thinking, communication, and analytics are essential. This position promotes exceptional brand positioning and commercial success.

Qualifications

• 8–10 years' experience, including 5+ years in a senior or management role.
• Strong commercial, analytical and numerical proficiency.
• Deep understanding of the retail sector and market trends.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and implementation of marketing strategies.
• Manage marketing budgets and investments.
• Provide strong leadership for team performance.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication skills

Analytical proficiency

Leadership

Education

Post-graduate degree in Marketing or related field

Job description

Overview

A valued client is seeking an accomplished Marketing Director to lead the brand, creative, production and research teams, guiding the development and execution of innovative marketing strategies that elevate brand positioning and support commercial success.

This role requires a dynamic individual who excels in strategic thinking, cross-functional collaboration and inspiring high-performing teams.

The successful candidate will steer the overall marketing direction, ensuring impactful campaigns, exceptional customer experience, and data-driven decision-making that enhances market competitiveness.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and implementation of short- and long-term marketing and brand strategies
• Oversee brand innovation across channels including ecommerce, retail stores, social media, digital and international platforms
• Collaborate with internal teams to align product understanding, customer needs and brand positioning
• Direct competitor research, customer insights and market analysis to guide product development and launch timing
• Contribute to management and board reporting on marketing performance and progress
• Support customer experience initiatives across store design, merchandising and digital integration
• Manage marketing budgets and investments to maximise return and achieve commercial KPIs
• Provide strong leadership to ensure team clarity, performance, culture alignment and succession planning
• Drive talent development, training and capability building within the marketing function

Qualifications

Post-graduate degree (NQF Level 8 or equivalent) in Marketing or a related field

8–10 years' experience, including 5+ years in a senior or management role

Strong commercial, analytical and numerical proficiency

Excellent communication, negotiation and conflict-management skills

Proficiency in IT systems and digital platforms

Deep understanding of the retail sector, market trends and multi-channel trade environments

Experience in research interpretation, social media and digital marketing

Ability to lead creative teams and drive cross-functional collaboration

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