Category Manager (Foods)

Cape Town, Western Cape Set Consulting

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Category Manager (Foods)

R1.4m - R1.6m

Cape Town

Global, JSE listed FMCG Group has excellent career opportunity for highly seasoned Category Manager in foods. Reporting to the Sales and Marketing Executive you will be responsible for driving revenue growth, and successfully diversifying their portfolio across other foods categories within a competitive market. 

Key responsibilities

Sales Strategy Development and Execution:

  • Formulate, implement, and continuously enhance a comprehensive national sales strategy for the categories in order to achieve and exceed annual revenue and market share objectives.
  • Work collaboratively with the Divisional Sales Managers to align sales initiatives with overall business goals and marketing campaigns.
  • Identify new business opportunities, emerging market trends, and potential risks, translating insights into actionable sales plans.

Key Account Management:

  • Build and maintain strong, trust-based relationships with key national accounts, retail partners, and distributors.
  • Negotiate commercial terms, resolve escalated issues, and identify joint value-creation opportunities with strategic partners.
  • Ensure consistent, high-quality customer service as a preferred partner in the respective new food categories entered into.

Sales Operations and Reporting:

  • Oversee sales forecasting, budgeting, pipeline management, and resource allocation of the categories in order to maximize efficiency and ensure successful market entry.
  • Implement and manage robust sales processes, tools, and CRM systems to drive data-driven decisions and accountability.
  • Deliver accurate, timely sales reports and insights to the Executive: Marketing and Sales highlighting successes, challenges, and strategic recommendations.

Market Intelligence and Competitive Analysis:

  • Stay abreast of industry trends, competitor activities, and market dynamics to ensure successful new category entries.
  • Gather and synthesize market intelligence, providing thought leadership and strategic input to senior management regarding product positioning and new market entry.

Compliance and Risk Management:

  • Ensure adherence to all relevant legal, regulatory, and ethical standards in all sales activities and client engagements.
  • Identify and mitigate potential risks to the organization’s reputation, financial performance, and client relationships.

Category & Team Leadership

Qualifications and Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Sales Management, or a related field (Hons preferred).
  • 8 -10 Years experience progressive experience in sales, with at least 5 years in a senior/national management role, ideally with the FMCG sector.
  • Proven track record of delivering sustained sales growth and managing high-performance teams across multiple regions.
  • Expertise in key account management, strategic negotiation, and stakeholder engagement at a senior level.
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Shopper & Category Manager

Cape Town, Western Cape Talent Acquisition Consulting

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Job Advert: Shopper & Category Manager

Location: Western Cape
Type: Permanent | Mid-Level
Salary: Market Related

About the Company

Our client is a leading global player in the premium FMCG sector, with a strong presence in South Africa and internationally. With a proud heritage of excellence, innovation, and market leadership, the company has established a strong footprint through retail stores, distribution networks, and trusted brand recognition.

The Role

We are seeking a driven Shopper & Category Manager to join the Marketing team. This position plays a pivotal role in shaping category growth, leveraging shopper insights, and executing data-driven strategies to optimize pricing, promotions, and in-store execution. The successful candidate will collaborate across Sales, Marketing, and Finance to deliver both short- and long-term growth strategies.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead shopper and category insight initiatives to drive conversion and retail influence.

  • Develop category strategies aligned to brand and growth objectives.

  • Execute and refine pricing strategies to maximize revenue and market share.

  • Optimize promotional plans and track effectiveness through data and post-event analysis.

  • Manage trade spend evaluations and provide ROI tracking on promotions.

  • Oversee merchandising and shelving strategies, including planograms and space management.

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align strategies and ensure successful execution.

  • Support and lead cross-functional alignment through strong communication and stakeholder engagement.

Requirements

  • Proven expertise in Category Management and shopper/consumer insights.

  • Strong financial acumen with advanced analytical and reporting skills.

  • Minimum 5 years’ experience in a customer-facing Category Management role within FMCG .

  • Experience in Revenue Growth Management (advantageous).

  • Advanced proficiency in MS Excel, Power BI, Circana/Nielsen , and DotActiv (space planning software).

  • Exceptional communication and influencing skills at all levels.

  • Strong organizational and time management abilities, with the capacity to handle competing priorities.

  • Relevant tertiary qualification (BComm or equivalent).

Why Join This Company?

This is an opportunity to join a market-leading global brand with a culture of innovation, collaboration, and growth. You’ll have the chance to influence category strategies, work with a high-performing team, and make a real impact in shaping shopper experiences across South Africa.

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Marketing Manager

Cape Town, Western Cape Staffing Placement Solutions

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Role Description



This is a full-time remote role for a Marketing Manager. The Marketing Manager will be responsible for developing and implementing marketing strategies, managing campaigns, analysing market trends, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. The role will also involve overseeing digital marketing activities, managing social media, and budgeting.





Qualifications



Marketing Strategy Development, Campaign Management, and Market Analysis skills

Digital Marketing and Social Media Management skills

Budget Management and ROI tracking skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Ability to work independently and remotely

Experience in the technology industry is a plus

Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business Administration, or related field
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Marketing Manager

Cape Town, Western Cape The Legends Agency

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Marketing Manager
Remote (UK-based hours)
R28,400.00 - R35,500.00 (£1,200 to £1,500 pm) Based on experience and current package

About Our Client
Our client is a UK-based provider of fully customizable workforce management software designed to optimise productivity, compliance, and operational excellence. Their tailored solutions empower organisations to streamline processes, enhance quality assurance, and achieve measurable results across diverse industries. With a strong focus on health & safety compliance and efficiency, the company is well-positioned for growth and seeks driven professionals to be part of their journey.

The Role: Marketing Manager
As Marketing Manager, you will take full ownership of the company's marketing strategy and execution. The role combines strategic oversight with hands-on delivery, focusing on brand positioning, lead generation, and digital marketing excellence. You will work cross-functionally with Sales, Product, and Client Success teams to ensure marketing supports the wider business goals and positions the company as a trusted partner in workforce management solutions.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute an integrated marketing strategy aligned to business objectives

  • Drive brand positioning, messaging, and go-to-market activities

  • Plan and manage multi-channel campaigns including digital, events, and traditional marketing

  • Lead digital initiatives such as SEO, SEM, social media, and email campaigns

  • Oversee creation of content including website updates, case studies, and thought-leadership pieces

  • Track, analyse, and report on campaign performance and ROI

  • Collaborate with internal teams to align marketing with business development and client success goals

  • Manage external agencies and represent the company at key industry events

About You

  • Bachelors degree in Marketing, Communications, or related field

  • 3+ years of experience in marketing, ideally within B2B technology or SaaS

  • Strong expertise in digital marketing and lead generation

  • Proven track record of delivering measurable and successful campaigns

  • Excellent communication, copywriting, and project management skills

  • Experience in workforce management or compliance-related solutions advantageous

  • Self-driven, organised, and able to balance strategic and hands-on responsibilities

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Marketing Manager

Cape Town, Western Cape Staffing Placement Solutions

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Role Description This is a full-time remote role for a Marketing Manager. The Marketing Manager will be responsible for developing and implementing marketing strategies, managing campaigns, analysing market trends, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. The role will also involve overseeing digital marketing activities, managing social media, and budgeting. Qualifications Marketing Strategy Development, Campaign Management, and Market Analysis skills Digital Marketing and Social Media Management skills Budget Management and ROI tracking skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills Ability to work independently and remotely Experience in the technology industry is a plus Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business Administration, or related field

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Marketing Manager

7100 Cape Town, Western Cape Kendrick Recruitment

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Marketing Manager – Luxury Food & Beverage Consultancy | Cape Town

Kendrick Recruitment is seeking an experienced and creative Marketing Manager to join a prestigious luxury food and beverage consultancy based in Cape Town. The role will oversee marketing activities for a portfolio of six high-end restaurants located in Cape Town and St Francis Bay. This position is primarily Cape Town based, with occasional travel required.

Package:

Salary: R40,000 – R50,000 per month, negotiable depending on experience

Responsibilities:

Develop and implement marketing strategies to promote multiple restaurant brands

Manage social media platforms, digital campaigns, and brand communications

Oversee content creation, including photography, press releases, and promotional materials

Collaborate with restaurant teams to ensure brand consistency across all venues

Monitor marketing performance and prepare regular reports on campaign effectiveness

Coordinate and attend promotional events as required

Requirements:

Proven experience as a Marketing Manager within the hospitality or F&B industry

Strong understanding of luxury brand positioning and audience engagement

Excellent communication, organisational, and leadership skills

Proficiency in digital marketing tools and analytics

Willingness to travel occasionally between properties

This is an exceptional opportunity for a results-driven marketing professional to contribute to the continued success and growth of a leading luxury hospitality group.

If you meet the above criteria and are ready to take on a dynamic marketing role, apply today.

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Performance Marketing Manager

Cape Town, Western Cape The Legends Agency

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Performance Marketing Manager

Working hours: 9 am - 5 pm (Hybrid - In office 2 days per week)
Location: Observatory, Cape Town
Salary: R45,000 - R55,000 p/m depending on experience

We're on the search for a talented Performance Marketing Manager to join our Digital Agency. To excel in this role, you should have relevant experience in Paid Ads Management, with a strong focus on Facebook/Meta & Google Ads. The role is 85% Social Paid Ads Management and 15% Google Ads Management.

In this role, you will be responsible for campaign strategy, building, optimisation, tracking, reporting, as well as laying the foundation to grow the paid media department.

We're looking for someone with an entrepreneurial mindset and strong project management skills to champion the sales, systems, and processes for the department.

A passion for data analysis and a keen eye for maximising return on investment are essential to succeed in this position.

Team: We're a small team (13) and are looking for a like-minded individual who is down-to-earth, passionate, and a high-energy hard worker. This position is a great opportunity for someone wanting to join a growing agency and play a key role in helping us scale.

Core Skills & Knowledge:

  • Paid Media Strategy
  • Paid Media Management
  • Strong Project Management
  • eCommerce Growth Strategy
  • Paid Media Account Set Up
  • Target Audience Set Up
  • Tracking Setup Experience
  • Ad Copy Editing
  • Reporting & Analysing Data
  • Looker Studio Setup & Analysis
  • Google Analytics & Event Tracking Setup
  • Google Tag Manager Experience
  • Team Management
  • Thoughtful, Candid & Open Communication

Brands you will work on: You will have the opportunity to work on a variety of brands from retail to technology.

Daily Tasks & Responsibilities:

  • Daily campaign management and optimisation (including but not limited to creating, implementing and monitoring campaign performance)
  • Monthly media planning
  • Troubleshooting paid ads issues
  • Develop weekly/monthly/quarterly/annual reports via Looker Studio
  • Onboarding new paid ads accounts
  • Ad copy editing/reviewing
  • Campaign budget management/tracking
  • Ad hoc admin tasks related to paid ads

Must have in-depth knowledge and experience using the below tools & platforms:

  • Facebook/Meta Ads (Preferably 3+ years)
  • Google Ads (Preferably 3+ years)
  • LinkedIn Ads
  • Twitter Ads
  • TikTok Ads
  • Setting up paid ads accounts (Preferably Facebook/Meta & Google)
  • Dashthis Reporting Tool (or similar)
  • Looker Studio
  • Google Analytics
  • Google Tag Manager
  • Tracking set-up and implementation of the tag/pixels
  • Asana Project Management Tool (or similar)

Quali fications:

  • Facebook/Meta Blueprint Certification
  • Google Ads Certifications
  • Digital Marketing or Marketing qualification
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General Marketing Manager

Sea Point, Western Cape R360000 - R432000 Y Simunye Primary Health Care/Unicirc

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You will be our sole marketing lead, responsible for planning and executing marketing initiatives across digital and offline channels. This role is perfect for a hands-on marketer who enjoys variety, can work independently, and is motivated by tangible results. You will collaborate directly with clinic owners, staff, and management to understand the business and communicate its value to the right audiences.

This is a hands-on, full-time role that will require occasional travel within Cape Town.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop and execute marketing strategies to increase brand awareness and attract new clients.

  • Manage all digital channels, including website, social media, email marketing, and paid campaigns (if applicable).

  • Create engaging content for campaigns, communications, and promotional materials.

  • Build relationships with clinic staff and owners to understand needs and align marketing efforts.

  • Track and report on marketing performance, adjusting campaigns for maximum impact.

  • Identify opportunities to grow the business and implement creative, practical solutions independently.

  • Support general office administration and coordination where needed.

Qualifications & Skills:

Education:

  • Degree or diploma in Marketing, Communications, or related field.

  • Alternatively, graduates from AAA School of Advertising or Red & Yellow Creative School of Business are welcome to apply.

Experience & Technical Skills:

  • 3–5 years of marketing experience, preferably within small businesses or startups.

  • Hands-on experience with digital marketing tools, content creation, and campaign management.

  • Strong organizational and project management skills.

  • Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.

  • Creative thinker with a data-driven approach to marketing.

  • Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.

  • Advantageous: Prior experience with marketing in the medical or healthcare field.

Personal Attributes:

  • Self-starter who thrives in a hands-on, fast-paced environment.

  • Flexible, adaptable, and comfortable managing diverse responsibilities.

  • Collaborative mindset for working with clinic owners and staff.

What We Offer:

  • Competitive salary: R25,000 – R30,000 per month (≈ R300,000 – R360,000 per year, depending on experience).

  • Opportunity to shape and lead the company's marketing function from the ground up.

  • Exposure to a wide range of marketing activities and strategic decision-making.

  • Supportive, purpose-driven working environment.

How to Apply:

Send your CV to with the subject line: "General Marketing Manager Application – (Your Name)"

Note: This job description outlines the main duties and requirements for the role. It is not exhaustive and may be updated as needed. Employment is subject to applicable labor laws.

If you haven't heard from the employer within 2 weeks please note that your submission was not successful.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent, Graduate

Pay: R25 000,00 - R30 000,00 per month

Education:

  • Bachelors (Preferred)

Experience:

  • Marketing : 3 years (Required)

Location:

  • Sea Point, Western Cape (Preferred)

Willingness to travel:

  • 25% (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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Digital Marketing Manager

Cape Town, Western Cape Pedal Power Association

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permanent

3 years working experience and degree / tertiary qualification 

The Digital Marketing Manager will lead the development and execution of our digital marketing strategies to drive brand awareness, customer engagement, and revenue growth. This role requires a strategic thinker with hands-on expertise in digital channels, data-driven decision-making, and a passion for staying ahead of industry trends. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to create impactful campaigns and optimize performance across platforms.

Key responsibilities:  

Strategy development: Campaign management: Analytics and reporting: Content oversight: Budget management: SEO/SEM expertise: Social media strategy: Team collaboration: Trend awareness: Compliance:

The Pedal Power Association, an NPO founded in 1976 and based in Cape Town, is a national member-based cycling organisation. Our mission is to advocate for better and safer road conditions whilst promoting cycling as a means of transport. We also host many sports / recreational events across the country to promote cycling and to stay healthy. 

The salary is pegged at similar market-related positions.  Will be discussed at the interview stage.  

The full job description will be shared with those short listed 

Please apply to 

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Digital Marketing Manager

8005 Cape Town, Western Cape Parvana

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About the client: This forward-thinking property developer is highly successful and growing rapidly building on the principles of design excellence, sustainability, and community enrichment, their developments boast beautiful and intuitively designed apartments situated in thriving neighbourhoods. Joining this dynamic company will provide you with the opportunity to take your career to the next level whilst working alongside passionate individuals who are advocates of city living. As a member of this team, you will have the opportunity to be actively involved in the development of cutting-edge and high-scale projects, and to make a significant contribution to the continued growth and success of the company as well as your own career. What you will be doing: Develop and implement brand strategies that align with business goals, ensuring clear and consistent messaging across all marketing channels.Conduct regular brand audits and market research to fine-tune positioning and strengthen our presence in the market.Direct lead generation strategies through SEO, PPC, social media, content marketing, and email campaigns, while managing paid ads on platforms like Google Ads, Facebook, and LinkedIn.Work closely with the sales team to generate and nurture high-quality leads, ensuring smooth tracking and management through Salesforce.Oversee social media presence and website, keeping both fresh, engaging, and optimised for lead generation and customer interaction.Collaborate with external agencies, designers, and freelancers to create impactful marketing materials that showcase our client's expertise in property development.Monitor campaign performance and website traffic, using analytics to refine strategies and continually improve results.Provide regular reports on key metrics and marketing successes to leadership, while managing relationships with external partners to ensure top-notch marketing outputs. What you need: A relevant tertiary qualification, as well as certifications in Google Ads, Google Analytics, or similar would be beneficial.3-5 years of experience in brand management or digital marketing, with a strong focus on lead generation, campaign management, and measurable brand growth.Experience in the property development or real estate sector is highly desirable, along with expertise in customer relationship management within this industry.Proven success in using digital marketing channels like SEO, SEM, PPC, email marketing, and social media to drive lead generation and brand awareness.Proficient with digital marketing tools such as Google Analytics, Google Ads, Facebook Business Manager, and CRM platforms like Mailchimp and Salesforce.Strong analytical skills, able to interpret complex data to develop actionable strategies, optimise marketing spend, and improve ROI.Creative thinker with a passion for content creation, storytelling, and developing innovative marketing ideas to engage customers and promote the brand.Excellent organisational and communication skills, managing multiple projects and collaborating effectively with internal teams and external agencies. Job ID: J PS Even if you feel you don’t have all the skills listed or if this spec isn’t what you are looking for, feel free to send your CV as we probably have other opportunities that could interest you. For a more comprehensive and updated list of opportunities that we have on offer, do visit our website -
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