BRAND MANAGER - Centurion
R
20000
per month
Centurion, Gauteng
Centurion,
Gauteng
more than 14 days ago
02-09-2015 9:53:22 AM
30-09-2015 9:53:22 AM
BRAND MANAGER - PRETORIA
Postlevel D (SNR FUNCTIONAL OFFICER / SUPERVISOR)
Applications are required from qualified candidates for the above position
The main duties include:
Responsible for annual category, brand and product plans, sales and unit growth, achieving brand GP% and pricing Review, analyse and adjust product and brand performance against strategies Develop innovative monthly campaigns which support category and brand strategy Brand forecasting and stock control Analyse and keep abreast with current market trends, identify gaps and regular investigation of new innovation and developments New product development, including planning, liaising with suppliers and designers, sourcing premium items, user trials, copy writing and new product launches Compile competitive, product research including pricing¸ benefits and competitive benchmarks Prepare all necessary information on product ingredients, copy writing, reports and benefits for press release, marketing info, training info, sales aids for the monthly product catalogue and newsletter Monitor and review GP%, stock turn and performance of category lines and take corrective action
Required skills, knowledge and attributes:
Grade 12 and relevant studies (Marketing qualification or equivalent) is a prerequisite Experience in a direct selling environment will be an advantage (not a prerequisite) Solid experience in the Beauty industry Advanced knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel, Power Point) and Internet usage Public speaking experience Ability to conduct, evaluate and interpret research Ability to deal and interact with different people in a friendly and professional manner Ability to solve problems and work independently Excellent interpersonal and effective communications skills (both English and Afrikaans) Excellent organisational skills and professional work approach Ability to prioritise, agree and achieve deadlines and function in stressful environment Detail orientated, Systematic, Organised, Reliable, Creative, Pro active Ability to work in an unstructured environment Valid driver’s license Flexibility in respect of time and mobility