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• Develop and execute comprehensive plans to increase brand recognition and sales performance.
• Analyze market trends and competitor insights to uncover opportunities and mitigate risks.
• Oversee multi-channel campaigns, including online, social, events, and print, while aligning with organizational objectives.
• Create and manage compelling content for various platforms, ensuring alignment with core messaging.
• Optimize digital initiatives like SEO, paid ads, email outreach, and social promotions, while monitoring metrics for improvements.
• Handle budget allocation and resource efficiency to maximize returns on marketing investments.
• Guide team development, promote a collaborative atmosphere, and mentor staff for peak performance.
• Maintain consistent brand image across all touchpoints and implement tactics to boost reputation.
• Build partnerships with external vendors and stakeholders to enhance promotional activities.
• Evaluate performance data regularly, generate reports, and refine strategies based on key insights.
• Coordinate events, community initiatives, sponsorships, merchandising, and public relations efforts.

• At least 5 years in marketing roles, with demonstrated success in leading campaigns; prior leadership experience preferred.
• High school diploma required; a bachelors in marketing, business, or related area is advantageous, with advanced degrees a plus.
• Proficiency in digital tools such as analytics software, social platforms, and marketing systems (e.g., CRM tools).
• Exceptional communication abilities, both written and verbal.
• Strong analytical capabilities for interpreting data and driving decisions.
• Innovative problem-solving skills, ability to multitask in a fast-paced setting, and excellent organizational talents.

Marketing Manager – Centurion

We're seeking a strategic, digital-savvy Marketing Manager to lead B2B campaigns, drive lead generation, and deliver high-impact events. This role blends digital innovation, team leadership, and brand positioning across multiple channels.

Key Focus Areas:

• Multi-channel digital marketing (SEO, SEM, paid media, automation, social)
• Event planning and execution (virtual, hybrid, in-person)
• Lead generation and campaign design for IT/business audiences
• Content creation and brand storytelling
• Performance tracking, ROI reporting, and budget/MDF management
• Go-to-market strategies for new product launches
• Team leadership and cross-functional collaboration

Requirements:

• Degree in Marketing or related field
• 5+ years in B2B marketing leadership, ideally in tech
• Strong digital, CRM, and automation experience
• Proven event management and strategic execution

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Key Responsibilities:

Digital Marketing & Brand Management:

Oversee digital marketing channels, including social media, email marketing, SEO, and online advertising. Stay informed about emerging digital trends and technologies. Contribute to the ongoing development and enhancement of the brand identity, ensuring consistency across all marketing materials and communication channels.

Budget Management:

Responsible for the development and management of marketing budgets. Monitor and analyze campaign performance metrics to ensure effective resource allocation. 

Team Leadership:

Manage and inspire a team, fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment. Provide guidance, mentorship, and support for team members to enhance their skills and contribute to overall success.

Strategic Planning & Campaign Management:

Develop and execute comprehensive marketing strategies to achieve business objectives, with a focus on brand positioning, audience targeting, and revenue growth. Lead the conceptualization, planning, and execution of multi-channel marketing campaigns, ensuring alignment with brand guidelines and messaging consistency.

Cross-functional Collaboration:

Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including sales, accounts, and yard to ensure cohesive and integrated marketing efforts.

• Develop, plan, implement and manage the overall annual marketing and communication strategy.
• Coordinate across all departments in developing and implementing the company-wide marketing and communication plan.
• Evaluate communication medium potential and manage strategic partner relationships across company departments, stakeholders and external suppliers to create awareness, educate consumers/collectors and support resellers/dealers in demand creation.
• Keep abreast of and understand market/dealer/consumer behavior and attitudes to generate relevant insights.
• Develop, guide, mentor and lead the team in meeting strategic objectives.
• Develop individuals so they can deliver on business objectives.
• Build and maintain great customer relationships, through communication and collaboration, to ensure effective service delivery within the business clusters.
• Build and maintain relationships with external suppliers to ensure effective services delivery.
• Plan projects and ensure effective implementation of these projects, within budget to meet business objectives.
• Execute projects based on project frameworks established and within governance structures and timelines.
• Participate in quality initiatives and corrective actions to address non-conformance to standards.
• Organise/coordinate people and resources to achieve desired work output/targets/outcomes.
• Develop and maintain communication structures and communicate work requirements and relevant information to direct reports so that they have access to the required tools, equipment, material etc. to perform their tasks to the required standard.
• Manage and coordinate marketing and creative staff, lead market research efforts to uncover the viability of current and existing marketing return on investment.
• Collaborate with media organizations and advertising agencies.
• Brainstorm ideas for new online and social media campaigns and traditional media.
• Provide leadership to the team, defining objectives to be achieved by the department.
• Coordinate with the sales team and other departments to produce effective strategies. Monitor current campaigns, ensuring staff meet deadlines.
• Deploy people and management processes – workforce planning, recruitment & selection, learning and development, performance management, career and succession planning and employee relations etc. in line with organisational policies, procedures and prevailing improvement initiatives.
• Manage the working environment and ensure it contributes to improving staff morale and increasing productivity.
• Design and review operations and organisational structure to support operational plans and strategy, in collaboration with HR.
• Research and develop budgets to meet business requirements and monitor expenses ensuring expenditure is within the budget.
• Continuously strive for measurable, meaningful returns on marketing expenditure.
• Ensure adherence to all procurement policies and procedures by maintaining governance, risk and compliance.
• Continuously strive to save costs.
• Adhere to and meet all relevant safety targets and measurements within the area of responsibility.
• Adhere to and enforce all health and safety regulations and report all safety hazards, accidents and incidents to relevant structures.
• Actively address all customer and supplier concerns related to marketing activity within the prescribed time frame and processes.
• Adhere to, and lead in the compliance of all relevant legislation, (POPI, FICA, ASA, Communications Act, etc.) Environmental, Health and Safety or any other company required compliance.
• Develop, update and ensure alignment of all work processes to the required policies, processes, work instructions with governance, risk and compliance requirements.
• Proactively identify continual improvement strategies.
• Action and audit findings and agreed improvement initiatives ensuring that they are aligned to tasks/processes/systems.
• Implement corrective actions identified and agreed within the specified time.
• As an organisation, the Marketing Manager may be seconded or rotated within the company or SARB Group as part of a development plan or to fulfil ad hoc duties as and when required.

• Bachelor's Degree (3 years) in a relevant field is essential.
• Registration with MASA - Marketing Association of South Africa would be an advantage.
• Should come from a variety of business or industry backgrounds, where leadership, communication, and aligning creative direction with the company’s strategic goals has been demonstrated.
• Must have an intimate understanding of traditional and emerging marketing channels.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills, creative and innovative.
• Familiarity with the latest trends, methodologies and technologies in web and social media metrics.
• A proven history of budget-management skills and proficiency with a strong governance and compliance component.

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SUMMARY:

OneConnect Marketing is in need of a Sales and Marketing resource that will spearhead strategies to boost sales and extend marketing reach for Tech solutions. This resource will craft and implement innovative sales and marketing tactics tailored to the unique demands of the Tech sector.

Recruiter:

One Connect Technologies

Job Ref:

JHB /Admin

Date posted:

Tuesday, June 24, 2025

Location:

Centurion, South Africa

SUMMARY:

OneConnect Marketing is in need of a Sales and Marketing resource that will spearhead strategies to boost sales and extend marketing reach for Tech solutions. This resource will craft and implement innovative sales and marketing tactics tailored to the unique demands of the Tech sector.

Their responsibilities will range from identifying and pursuing new sales opportunities for OneConnect Marketing, to developing marketing campaigns that effectively communicate the benefits and features of OneConnect’s products. They will play a key role in driving revenue growth, enhancing brand visibility, and ensuring that OneConnect’s solutions resonate with the target market and meet evolving market needs.

POSITION INFO:

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement strategic sales and marketing plans to achieve company targets.
• Analyze market trends and customer needs to identify new opportunities for expansion and growth.
• Establish strong relationships with clients and partners to drive business development and enhance brand image.
• Oversee the creation and implementation of promotional campaigns and marketing materials to increase brand visibility and attract potential customers.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align marketing activities with the product roadmap and offerings, and ensure synergy in business operations.
• Monitor and evaluate the performance of sales and marketing initiatives, providing regular reports and insights to inform decision-making.
• Utilize CRM tools and other relevant software to track and assess sales and marketing activities,ensuring efficient workflow and data-driven decision-making.
• Participate in industry events, trade shows, and conferences to represent the company and build a network of potential clients and partners.
• Engage in contract negotiations and manage key accounts, ensuring customer satisfaction and retention.
• Stay abreast of industry y trends, competitive activities, and consumer behavior to adjust strategies accordingly.
  
  

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing
• Proven track record of at least 5 years of successful experience in sales and marketing management within the tech industry.
• ROI Focused: Drives marketing initiatives with a focus on measurable returns.
• Strong understanding of technology products and solutions, with the ability to articulate value propositions to diverse audiences.
• Proficiency in CRM software, marketing automation tools, and data analytics platforms.
• Excellent leadership skills with a proven ability to motivate and develop high-performing teams.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze market trends and customer behaviour to drive effective strategies.
• Proven experience in developing and executing successful B2B and B2C marketing campaigns and initiatives.
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with the ability to represent the company at industry events and conferences.
• Strong negotiation skills and ability to manage key client accounts effectively.
• Results-driven mindset with a focus on achieving and exceeding sales targets.
• Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to multitask and prioritize effectively.
  
  

• Seniority level Mid-Senior level

• Employment type Full-time

• Job function Marketing and Sales
• Industries Advertising Services

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• Degree or diploma in Marketing, Business, or a related field.
• 5+ years experience in marketing, within the automotive sector.
• Proven track record in planning and executing successful lead generation and activation campaigns.
• Strong communication, analytical, and stakeholder management skills.
• A passion for delivering customer-focused experiences.

• Crystallising marketing plans: Develop, refine, and implement tailored marketing strategies to strengthen brand presence and dealership performance.
• Lead generation: Design and execute campaigns that attract, nurture, and convert high-quality leads into loyal customers.
• Test drives & activations: Create and oversee engaging test drive events, activations, and customer experiences that showcase our vehicles and boost sales opportunities.
• Manage dealer-level marketing budgets and ensure alignment with overall business objectives.
• Partner with sales and product teams to ensure seamless execution of marketing initiatives.
• Monitor, measure, and report on campaign effectiveness to continuously optimise performance.

Applicants must have the following requirements:

Must have a Bachelors Degree in Marketing, Digital Marketing, or Advertising.
Must have 4-6 years of experience in digital marketing.
Must have experience in identifying target audience and devising digital campaigns that engage, inform, and motivate.
Must have knowledge of website analytics tools such as Google Analytics, NetInsight, Omniture, and WebTrends.
Must have knowledge of ad serving tools such as DART and Atlas.
Must have knowledge of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript development and constraints.
Must have knowledge of the marketing and media principles and best practices.
Must have proficient computer skills.
Must have Project Management skills.
Must have Financial Management skills.

If you don't hear back from us within two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful.
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