Marketing Manager

A leading technology group with a strong presence in both Cape Town and Johannesburg is seeking a Marketing Manager to join their senior management team. This newly created position offers you the chance to shape the marketing direction across three well-established brands, each with its own unique market focus. You will be empowered to build and guide a talented marketing team and influence strategic decisions at the highest level.

This organisation stands out as a leader in South Africa’s technology retail landscape by offering an inclusive workplace culture where every voice matters. Employees enjoy flexible working opportunities between two major cities Cape Town and Johannesburg,allowing them to balance personal commitments with career ambitions. The company invests heavily in training opportunities so staff remain knowledgeable about emerging trends in both technology and marketing. Supportive leadership encourages open communication at all levels while generous resources are allocated for professional development initiatives. By prioritising collaboration over hierarchy, this group fosters an environment where everyone feels connected through shared successes. Whether you’re passionate about gaming hardware or simply want to help others discover new tech solutions, you’ll find plenty of room here for personal growth within a dependable network of like-minded professionals.

As Marketing Manager, you will play a pivotal role in guiding the strategic direction of all marketing efforts across three innovative brands. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include developing integrated campaigns that connect with customers both online and offline, nurturing talent within your team through supportive leadership, and collaborating closely with other departments to ensure alignment on business goals. You’ll be expected to use your knowledge of retail dynamics and digital platforms to create engaging content that resonates with today’s consumers. Success in this role means consistently delivering results through thoughtful planning, effective communication, and a genuine commitment to sharing knowledge within your network. Your ability to foster positive relationships—with both internal teams and external partners—will be essential as you help drive growth throughout the organisation.

• You will oversee all aspects of marketing strategy and execution for three distinct brands within the group, ensuring each brand’s unique identity is effectively communicated to its target audience.
• You will take charge of building, mentoring, and supporting a high-performing marketing team, making key appointments as needed to drive success across all channels.
• You will negotiate advertising and marketing revenue deals with supply chain partners, leveraging your interpersonal skills to secure mutually beneficial agreements.
• You will provide clear creative direction for all campaigns, ensuring that every initiative aligns with the group’s overall objectives while resonating with diverse customer segments.
• You will manage relationships with creative agencies, digital placement agencies, and e-commerce consultants, fostering co-operative partnerships that enhance campaign effectiveness.
• You will develop and implement comprehensive digital advertising strategies, including social media engagement, loyalty programmes, community outreach, and e-commerce initiatives.
• You will analyse consumer behaviour—particularly among younger demographics—to inform campaign design and optimise marketing spend.
• You will participate actively in senior management meetings, contributing to budget planning and expense allocation processes as part of the wider leadership team.
• You will ensure all marketing activities reflect an understanding of current retail trends and technological advancements relevant to the business.

he role provides an exciting opportunity for someone who thrives in a supportive environment where your creative vision and understanding of digital trends will be highly valued. With flexible location options and the chance to work alongside knowledgeable colleagues, this is your opportunity to bring your passion for retail and technology to a company that values collaboration, inclusivity, and professional development.

• This is a rare opportunity to step into a newly established senior role where you will have full responsibility for shaping the marketing strategy across multiple respected brands in the technology sector.
• You will benefit from flexible working arrangements between Cape Town and Johannesburg, joining a collaborative senior management team that values your input and supports your professional growth.
• The organisation offers an inclusive culture with ongoing training opportunities, ensuring you are always at the forefront of industry developments while enjoying the support of dependable colleagues.

To excel as Marketing Manager, you should bring proven expertise in developing successful multi-channel campaigns within retail or technology-driven environments. Your background should include hands-on experience with digital tools such as social media platforms and e-commerce systems. Strong interpersonal skills are vital; you must feel comfortable nurturing talent within your team while also building trust-based relationships externally. A keen sense of empathy allows you to understand what motivates different customer groups—especially younger buyers—and translate those insights into actionable strategies. Your ability to collaborate across departments ensures everyone works together towards shared goals. Above all else, you are dependable under pressure and enthusiastic about sharing knowledge so others can grow alongside you.

• A recognised qualification in marketing or a related field is preferred, demonstrating your commitment to ongoing professional development.
• Proven experience in retail marketing is essential for understanding customer needs and industry best practices.
• A track record of success in e-commerce environments shows your ability to adapt strategies for online sales channels.
• Demonstrated creative flair supported by tangible examples of impactful campaigns highlights your suitability for this role.
• In-depth knowledge of digital advertising,including social media platforms, loyalty programmes, community engagement tactics, and e-commerce architecture required.
• Experience negotiating with supply chain partners for advertising or marketing revenue demonstrates your collaborative approach.
• Familiarity with managing relationships involving creative agencies or digital consultants is important for seamless project delivery.
• An understanding of youth consumer behaviour enables you to tailor messaging effectively for younger audiences.
• Previous involvement in senior management teams or budgetary planning processes would be advantageous.