Marketing Portfolio Manager

Firstrand Corporate Centre; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 30 000 - 70 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a dynamic individual to drive strategic marketing initiatives. This role involves partnering with Business Unit leaders to assess needs and develop innovative marketing solutions. You'll manage budgets, ensure compliance, and lead cross-functional collaborations to enhance customer experiences. If you're passionate about fostering growth and have a knack for strategic planning, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a diverse team that values innovation and accountability, and make a meaningful impact in a thriving environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in developing marketing programs aligned with business strategies.
• Strong analytical skills for budget management and financial planning.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic partnership to Business Unit EXCOs and develop marketing solutions.
• Manage costs and control budgets while building collaborative relationships.

Skills

Strategic Partnership

Budget Management

Customer-Centric Approach

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Innovation and Change Management

Job description

Job Location : Gauteng, Johannesburg
Deadline : May 25, 2025

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Job Description

FirstRand believes that its people are its most important resource. We recruit self-starters with a passion for their work, empower them, hold them accountable, and reward them appropriately. We value diversity, which contributes to innovative thinking. If you think you will flourish in our environment and have the necessary skills and competencies, we are looking for you!

Are you someone who can :

• Provide strategic partnership to Business Unit EXCOs by assessing needs, offering marketing solutions, and developing relevant marketing programs aligned with strategic direction.
• Contribute to and develop the budget for the area, including long-term financial planning and resource requirements.
• Present business cases for financial resources and analyze implementation plans against budgets.
• Manage costs and control budgets, building relationships to manage expectations and share knowledge.
• Engage in cross-functional relationships and external networking to maintain a competitive edge.
• Apply a customer-centric approach, ensuring positive customer experiences, and uphold governance, compliance, and risk management policies.
• Drive innovation, participate in communities of practice, and lead strategic projects and change management initiatives.
• Translate business strategies into operational plans, communicate effectively with stakeholders, and ensure policies and procedures are followed.
• Identify interconnected problems, develop solutions, and be responsive to local conditions.
• Develop personal and team capabilities, share information, and act as a role model for continuous professional development.
• Build collaborative relationships, lead knowledge sharing, and ensure customer needs are met with quality service.
• Link business and marketing strategies to develop aligned marketing programs.
• Ensure compliance with statutory, legislative, and internal policies, and develop governance procedures.
• Translate marketing objectives into integrated communication plans, assign capabilities, and develop project plans.
• Provide thought leadership, compile marketing plans, determine budgets, and measure outcomes.
• Identify marketing capabilities, allocate activities, and develop stakeholder maps for end-to-end solutions.
• Contribute to the development of marketing strategies that promote profitable growth and support sales efforts.