Remote FMCG Marketing Specialist

Placements24; Benoni; Hybrid; ZAR 360,000 - 540,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Professional development

Flexible hours

Remote culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a creative and results-driven Remote FMCG Marketing Specialist to join a leading international brand. This fully remote role supports the global marketing team from anywhere in South Africa, with a focus on digital campaigns and brand engagement to drive awareness, acquisition and loyalty.

You will develop and execute campaigns, manage social media, email marketing, SEO/SEM, and content; analyze performance and report insights; collaborate with agencies to produce

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, or related field.
• Minimum 3 years in marketing with a strong digital focus, preferably FMCG.
• Proven experience with social media, email campaigns, and content creation.
• Strong SEO, SEM and analytics skills (Google Analytics).
• Excellent writing, editing, and copywriting abilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the development and implementation of marketing strategies and campaigns for FMCG products.
• Manage and execute digital marketing initiatives, including social media marketing, email marketing, SEO/SEM, and content creation.
• Monitor and analyze the performance of marketing campaigns, providing regular reports on key metrics and insights.
• Collaborate with creative agencies and internal teams to develop engaging marketing collateral and promotional materials.
• Conduct market research to identify consumer insights, market trends, and competitive intelligence.
• Support the planning and execution of product launches and promotional activities.
• Maintain and update brand websites and social media profiles, ensuring brand consistency and engagement.
• Assist in managing marketing budgets and tracking expenses.
• Contribute to the development of innovative marketing ideas to reach target audiences.
• Stay updated on the latest digital marketing trends and technologies within the FMCG industry.

Skills

Digital marketing

Campaign management

Social media

Email marketing

Content creation

SEO/SEM

Google Analytics

Copywriting

Editing

Marketing automation

CRM systems

Data analysis

Brand building

Remote work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Marketing/related field

Tools

Google Analytics

CRM systems

Marketing automation tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading international Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) company, is looking for a creative and results-driven Remote FMCG Marketing Specialist to join their global marketing team. This position is fully remote, offering the flexibility to work from anywhere in South Africa. The Marketing Specialist will be responsible for supporting the development and execution of integrated marketing campaigns across various channels, with a strong focus on digital marketing and brand engagement. You will play a key role in driving brand awareness, customer acquisition, and loyalty for our client's diverse range of FMCG products. The ideal candidate has a passion for marketing, excellent communication skills, and a deep understanding of digital marketing trends and tools. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a globally recognized brand from a remote setting, impacting millions of consumers.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the development and implementation of marketing strategies and campaigns for FMCG products.
• Manage and execute digital marketing initiatives, including social media marketing, email marketing, SEO/SEM, and content creation.
• Monitor and analyze the performance of marketing campaigns, providing regular reports on key metrics and insights.
• Collaborate with creative agencies and internal teams to develop engaging marketing collateral and promotional materials.
• Conduct market research to identify consumer insights, market trends, and competitive intelligence.
• Support the planning and execution of product launches and promotional activities.
• Maintain and update brand websites and social media profiles, ensuring brand consistency and engagement.
• Assist in managing marketing budgets and tracking expenses.
• Contribute to the development of innovative marketing ideas to reach target audiences.
• Stay updated on the latest digital marketing trends and technologies within the FMCG industry.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in marketing, with a strong focus on digital marketing and campaign management, preferably within the FMCG sector.
• Proven experience in managing social media platforms, email marketing campaigns, and content creation.
• Solid understanding of SEO, SEM, and analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong copywriting and editing abilities.
• Proficiency in marketing automation tools and CRM systems is a plus.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to interpret marketing data.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a remote environment.
• Creative thinking and a passion for brand building.

Benefits

• Competitive salary for a remote marketing role.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Retirement savings plan with company contributions.
• Opportunities for professional development and online training courses.
• Flexible working hours and a supportive remote work culture.
• Access to advanced digital marketing tools and resources.
• The chance to work with a globally recognized and innovative FMCG brand.