Remote Regional Marketing Director — Durban Growth Leader

Placements24; Durban; Hybrid; ZAR 1,800,000 - 2,600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance bonuses

Health insurance

Retirement planning assistance

Remote work flexibility

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Regional Director of Marketing to lead brand growth and market penetration across KwaZulu-Natal, with a focus on the Durban region. The role oversees digital marketing, PR, content creation, and budget management while guiding a high-performing team from a remote location.

The ideal candidate will have a strong blend of creative thinking, analytics, and leadership, plus 9+ years in marketing with at least 4 years in senior leadership.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Marketing, Business Administration, or related field.
• Minimum 9 years in marketing management, with at least 4 years in a senior leadership role.
• Proven track record of developing and executing strategies with measurable results.
• Strong understanding of digital marketing channels, SEO/SEM, social media, and content marketing.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in marketing analytics tools and budget management.
• Strategic thinking and translating market insights into actionable plans.
• Experience managing cross-functional teams and external agencies.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive regional marketing strategies aligned with global brand objectives.
• Oversee all marketing functions, including digital marketing, advertising, public relations, and content creation.
• Drive brand awareness, market share, and customer acquisition within the assigned region.
• Manage the marketing budget effectively, ensuring ROI on campaigns.
• Lead, mentor, and inspire a diverse team of marketing professionals.
• Conduct market research and competitive analysis to identify opportunities and threats.
• Collaborate with sales teams to align marketing and sales efforts.
• Develop and manage relationships with external agencies and vendors.
• Analyze marketing campaign performance and adjust strategies as needed.
• Champion innovative marketing approaches and stay abreast of industry trends.

Skills

Leadership

Digital marketing

SEO/SEM

Content marketing

Market research

Data-driven decision making

Budget management

Education

Master's degree in Marketing or MBA

Tools

Marketing analytics tools

Job description

Placements24 seeks a Regional Director of Marketing to lead brand growth and market penetration across KwaZulu-Natal, with a focus on the Durban region. The role oversees digital marketing, PR, content creation, and budget management while guiding a high-performing team from a remote location.

The ideal candidate will have a strong blend of creative thinking, analytics, and leadership, plus 9+ years in marketing with at least 4 years in senior leadership.