Senior Marketing Manager

Placements24; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Marketing Manager to lead marketing initiatives from our Sandton headquarters. The role requires steering multi-channel campaigns, guiding a talented marketing team, and leveraging insights to achieve growth targets in the dynamic Arts & Entertainment sector.

You will oversee budgets, strategy execution and cross-functional collaboration with creative, sales and product teams to ensure cohesive brand messaging and successful launches.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of progressive experience in marketing management.
• Proven track record of developing data-driven marketing strategies.
• Expertise in digital marketing, social media, content marketing and traditional advertising.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute integrated marketing strategies across all channels (digital, traditional, experiential).
• Lead and mentor the marketing team, fostering a high-performance culture.
• Oversee creation of marketing materials, campaigns and promotional activities.
• Conduct market research, analyze trends and identify growth opportunities.
• Manage marketing budgets to ensure optimal ROI.
• Collaborate with creative, sales and product teams for cohesive messaging and product launches.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Communication

Market research

Data-driven

Education

Bachelor's degree in Marketing or related field

MBA (preferred)

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prestigious organization within the Arts & Entertainment industry, is seeking a highly experienced Senior Marketing Manager to lead their marketing initiatives from their Sandton headquarters. This leadership role is vital for developing and executing comprehensive marketing strategies that drive brand awareness, audience engagement, and commercial success for our diverse portfolio of offerings. You will be responsible for guiding a talented marketing team, overseeing campaigns, and leveraging market insights to achieve ambitious growth targets. This is a significant opportunity for a strategic marketing leader to make a substantial impact in a fast-paced and dynamic sector in Gauteng .

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute integrated marketing strategies across all channels, including digital, traditional media, and experiential marketing.
• Lead and mentor the marketing team, fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture.
• Oversee the creation of marketing materials, advertising campaigns, and promotional activities.
• Conduct market research, analyze trends, and identify new opportunities for growth and audience acquisition.
• Manage marketing budgets effectively, ensuring optimal allocation of resources for maximum ROI.
• Collaborate with creative, sales, and product teams to ensure cohesive brand messaging and successful product launches.

Requirements

• 7+ years of progressive experience in marketing management, with a strong emphasis on the Arts & Entertainment sector.
• Proven track record of developing and implementing successful, data-driven marketing strategies that deliver measurable results.
• Expertise in digital marketing, social media, content marketing, and traditional advertising.
• Strong leadership, team management, and strategic planning skills.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal abilities.
• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business Administration, or a related field; an MBA is a plus.

Benefits

• Executive-level compensation package with significant bonus potential.
• Comprehensive health, retirement, and other premium benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development and leadership training.
• Generous paid time off and executive perks.
• A prestigious and dynamic work environment in the heart of Sandton .