Assistant Manager Marketing Planning

Posting Date:  13 May 2025
Req ID:  3075
Job Family:  Marketing
Department: 
Building Address:  Sandton, Johannesburg
Province:  Gauteng
Type of Hire:  Permanent

Reporting to the Manager of Marketing Planning, this position will focus on product and marketing planning.  This position forms part of the Sales & Marketing Group and is based in Johannesburg.

 

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS:

 

  • New and current model planning – market trends analysis, specification, volumes, market share, price image
  • Marketing strategy compilation and team briefings – competitor analysis, target customer, product positioning
  • Marketing plan compilation coordination
  • Product briefs, marketing briefs, specification sheets and dealer bulletins
  • Market research – usage, initiation and additional requirement identification
  • Product presentations – media launches
  • Product project management
  • Market trends analysis and reporting

                       

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

 

  • NQF Level 5 (240 credits on level 8 framework) Qualification in Marketing or related.
  • Motor industry experience and experience in project management will be advantageous.
  • PC literacy (MS Office Advanced) and SAP knowledge will be advantageous.

 

COMPETENCIES:

 

  • Decision making
  • Innovative ideas
  • Analytical skills
  • Perseverance
  • Project management
  • Integrity

 

IMPORTANT DIMENSIONS:

 

  • Strategic thinking
  • Attention to detail
  • Good communication (both written and verbal)
  • Analytical thinking
  • Initiative

 

THIS APPOINTMENT WILL BE MADE IN LINE WITH THE COMPANY’S EMPLOYMENT EQUITY POLICY