Marketing Assistant / Marketing Coordinator

The Marketing Assistant will play a vital role in supporting the Marketing Department by assisting with the development, execution, and monitoring of marketing strategies and campaigns. This position demands a proactive, detail-oriented individual with strong administrative capabilities and marketing experience to ensure seamless marketing operations and the achievement of marketing objectives.

Salary: R30 000 per month

Key Responsibilities:

1. Marketing Documentation Support:

• Assist the Marketing team in preparing and managing marketing documentation and promotional materials.
• Ensure all marketing materials are up-to-date and accurately reflect the company's brand and messaging.

2. Promotional Items Management:

• Assist in the procurement, branding, and inventory management of promotional items.
• Coordinate internally to book items into stock and ensure compliance with all related processes and guidelines.

3. Stock Management:

• Conduct regular stock takes and maintain accurate inventory records.
• Update stock quantities and report discrepancies as necessary.

4. Logistics and Dispatch:

• Organize, dispatch, and courier promotional items to customers and dealers efficiently.
• Ensure timely and accurate delivery of items, maintaining high standards of customer service.

5. Event Assistance:

• Support the planning, organization, and execution of internal and external events, including dealer events and trade shows.
  
• Coordinate logistics, manage event materials, and assist with on-site setup and support.

6. Dealer/Customer Marketing Support:

• Handle customer and dealer complaints and queries related to marketing topics with a commitment to service excellence.
• Provide prompt feedback and communication to dealers and customers, including marketing materials, documents, and logos.

7. Marketing Initiatives:

• Support various brand and marketing initiatives as needed.
• Assist in writing, editing, and proofreading content for diverse platforms, including social media, websites, and newsletters.
• Ensure strict adherence to corporate design and branding guidelines.
  

8. Cross-Departmental Support:

• Provide ad-hoc support to other departments, including Sales and Logistics, as needed

9. Administrative Efficiency:

• Ensure all administrative functions are effectively implemented and align with company and system requirements.
• Maintain organized records and documentation for easy access and reference.

10. Team Participation:

• Actively participate in team and department meetings.
• Contribute to training initiatives and ongoing professional development.
  
  

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in marketing coordination & administration.
• Diploma or degree in Marketing or related field.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Strong administrative skills and attention to detail.

Advantageous Skills:

• Graphic design skills (Adobe Illustrator, Adobe InDesign, Adobe Photoshop).
• Experience with social media management and digital marketing tools.
• Event coordination experience.
• Copywriting and press relations experience.
• Ability to conduct market research and competitive analysis.

Nice-to-Have Skills:

• Video editing skills.
• Experience in influencer marketing campaigns.
• Familiarity with Google Ads and Facebook Ads Manager.
• Basic knowledge of web analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics).

Personality Attributes:

• Achiever and Activator.
• Highly developed stress management skills.
• Attention to detail and mental alertness.
• Good judgment, endurance, and perseverance.
• Adaptability to fast-paced environments.
• Strong communication skills.
• A self-starter who takes proactive action.

Behavioral Attributes:

• Internal focus of control.
• Fairness and empathy.
• Firm and consistent.
• Strong value system.
• Team player with a collaborative mindset.

Education & Qualifications:

• Matric.
• Diploma or degree in Marketing or relater field.

Values:

• Expertise, Passion, Entrepreneurship, Agility.
  
  

Languages:

• Fluent in English and Afrikaans.