Marketing Manager

Safetysa; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 450 000; Full time

Job summary

A safety and marketing services company in Pretoria is looking for an experienced Marketing Manager to lead the development of comprehensive marketing strategies and manage the internal team. Applicants should have a relevant degree and at least 5 years of marketing experience, especially in social media marketing. The role requires strong project management skills and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of marketing experience, including social media marketing.
• Project management experience is essential.
• Experience in a safety-environment context is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive marketing plans.
• Lead the development and implementation of digital marketing strategies.
• Manage the internal marketing team and external provider relationships.

Skills

Social media marketing

Project management

Creative problem-solving

Collaboration skills

Education

Relevant degree or diploma in Marketing

Job description

Closing date: 6 October

Purpose

The Marketing Manager will be responsible for the overall development, implementation, and management of a comprehensive marketing and communication strategy, as well as various go‑to‑market strategies aimed at driving revenue growth, brand recognition and market visibility.

Key Duties / Responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive marketing plans, ensuring alignment with organisational objectives and optimising market opportunities.
• Lead the development and implementation of innovative digital marketing strategies, managing social media platforms to enhance brand visibility and engagement.
• Plan and manage the execution of events to promote brand awareness, visibility and market authority.
• Cultivate and maintain positive relationships with key stakeholders, collaborating effectively with internal and external partners to align objectives and exceed expectations.
• Ensure marketing activities adhere to relevant laws, regulations and ethical standards, implementing robust governance processes to manage risks associated with marketing initiatives.
• Effectively manage the internal marketing team and ensure collaboration at the highest level with any external partners that may be used.
• Manage external provider relationships in accordance with company values.
• Ensure all marketing activities are carried out in line with the relevant Quality Management System, driven by ISO accreditation guidelines.
• Manage and implement all internal and external communication strategies.

Qualifications

• Relevant degree or diploma (e.g., Commercial or Marketing).
• Minimum 5 years of marketing experience, including social media marketing.
• Experience leading projects – advantageous.
• Project management experience – essential.
• Experience in a safety‑environment context – advantageous.

Skills and Knowledge

• Will be required to travel locally.
• Driver’s licence and own reliable transport.
• Tolerance for and ability to work under pressure and stringent deadlines.
• Innovative, creative team player with a desire to learn new skills.
• Thrives in a fast‑moving environment, thinking laterally and creatively.
• Self‑motivated and independent worker.
• Strong collaboration skills.
• Assessing and addressing problems and implementing creative and cost‑effective solutions.

Other Preference

Preference will be given to employment equity candidates.