Marketing Manager (Data / Voice, Communications and IT)

Headhunters; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent recruitment firm based in Sandton is seeking an experienced Marketing Manager to drive demand and support business growth. The ideal candidate should possess strong strategic thinking and demonstrate significant B2B marketing experience, with proven ability in team leadership and cross-functional collaboration. This middle/senior management role offers a competitive salary reflective of the experience demanded.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of experience in marketing, with a minimum of 2 years in a managerial role.
• Experience in the OEM, industrial, or B2B technical environment.
• Proven ability to influence cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a marketing team.
• Coordinate collaboration with product, sales, and technical teams.
• Manage public relations and media interactions.

Skills

Strategic thinking

B2B marketing

Team leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Marketing or Business Administration

Postgraduate qualification (e.g., MBA)

Job description

Our Client, a market leader in the Data / Voice, Communications and IT space, is seeking to employ an experienced and business-minded Marketing Manager to their team based in Sandton, Gauteng.

This is a middle / senior management vacancy with a salary commensurate to the position.

The Marketing Manager ensures alignment across functions to drive demand, support business growth, and maintain a strong market presence. The ideal candidate combines strategic thinking with hands-on execution and has proven experience in a B2B or industrial sector.

To secure, marketing experience is required in the following areas: Data / voice and communications industry, software development and IT industry and working with internationally based clients.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business Administration, or a related field.
• A postgraduate qualification (e.g., MBA or CIM certification) is an advantage.
• 5–7 years of experience in marketing, with a minimum of 2 years in a managerial or supervisory role.
• Experience in an OEM, industrial, or B2B technical environment is strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to influence and collaborate with cross-functional teams, even without direct authority.
• Strong presentation skills, both in-person and virtually.
• Proven ability to build and manage relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

HR Management

• Lead and develop a marketing team, which may include subordinates such as graphic designers, content creators, and digital marketing staff, both in-house and outsourced.
• Set clear performance objectives and KPIs; conduct regular performance reviews and provide mentorship.
• Coordinate cross-functional collaboration with product, sales, and technical teams.

Brand Management

• Maintain and enhance brand identity, ensuring consistency across all marketing materials and communication channels.
• Act as brand custodian to enforce brand guidelines internally and with external partners or distributors.

Marketing Strategy & Planning

• Develop and execute an annual marketing plan aligned with overall business objectives and sales targets.
• Manage the marketing budget and allocate resources effectively across campaigns and initiatives.
• Monitor and report on ROI for all marketing activities and campaigns.

Product Marketing & Collateral

• Create and maintain marketing collateral such as brochures, datasheets, product guides, case studies, and sales kits.
• Work closely with product managers and engineers to translate technical features into customer-focused value propositions.
• Support new product launches with comprehensive go-to-market strategies and supporting materials.

Digital & Social Media Management

• Oversee digital marketing efforts, including website content management, SEO/SEM, email marketing, and paid advertising.
• Manage social media presence on platforms such as LinkedIn, YouTube, and other industry-relevant channels.
• Analyse digital marketing performance metrics and optimise campaigns accordingly.

Events & Trade Shows

• Plan and coordinate participation in trade shows, industry conferences, and customer-facing events.
• Develop event strategies that support lead generation and brand positioning goals.

Internal & External Communication

• Manage public relations and media interactions, including drafting press releases and editorial content.
• Support internal communication to ensure alignment across teams on brand messaging and product positioning.