POSITIONMarketing & Communications OfficerSALARY:R35 000 per month CTC+ Medical Aid + Pension + 13th Guarantee ChequeLOCATION:Chrisville, GautengROLE SUMMARYOur client seeks an ambitious and passionate Marketing Officer responsible for developing and managing all aspects of their marketing strategy.RESPONSIBILITIES:Focus on creating, implementing, tracking and optimizing digital and traditional marketing campaigns across various marketing channelsSelf-motivated, proactive, and have a working knowledge of current marketing tools and strategies to execute successful marketing campaignsDevelop and implement marketing plans as well as undertake competitor research and analyses.Supporting the marketing team with marketing activities by demonstrating expertise in various areas, including optimization, advertising, social media, direct marketing, and event planningAssisting and collaborating with the sales, marketing, advertising, product design and product development team members as well as analyses of marketing data, including campaign results, conversion rates, and online traffic to improve future marketing strategies and campaignsAssisting with the design, negotiation and placement of billboards, traditional media ads on TV and radio, social media ads and email blastsResearching of previous campaigns, reviewing the progress and success of campaignsAssist marketing manager in the development and execution of campaigns, including content creation, new product launches, social media, upselling, cross-selling, and sales enablementHiring and managing the performance of a more junior marketing team that can also include PR and creative staffNegotiating and liaising with third-party marketing agenciesWriting and delivering content and social media plansREQUIREMENTS:Bachelor’s degree in Marketing and Communications or related field.5 +years of marketing experience (digital and traditional) in a corporate, or agencyenvironmentProficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, and Access)Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite, CRM and CMS software and Graphic Design.Working knowledge of HTML and CSS.Experience using analytics software.Experience with product launches or integrated marketing campaignsWorking knowledge of market research, surveys, and data analyticsProficiency with content management systemsMulti-tasking and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks.MANUFACTURING / TRANSPORT / AUTOMOTIVE INDUSTRY EXPERIENCE IS ESSENTIAL AND NOT NEGOTIABLE