Chief Marketing Officer

Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa

Job Description


Minimum Qualification

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent (essential)
  • Chartered Marketing qualification (preferred)
  • Retail or automotive industry expertise is mandatory
Experience Requirements
  • Minimum 3+ years in a senior marketing role managing multiple brands
  • Proven track record in brand initiation and success, driving measurable ROI
  • Strong expertise in digital marketing to drive business achievement and sales
Key Skills & Competencies
  • Strategic planning and execution
  • Budget and operational management
  • People management and team leadership
  • Digital marketing, SEO, and analytics
  • CRM software proficiency
  • Copywriting and visual storytelling skills
  • Paid advertising and lead generation expertise
  • Multi-channel social media strategy
  • Data-driven decision-making and reporting
  • Digital Literacy:
  • Data, Stats, and Analytics across various dashboards xe2x80x93 tools like Power BI, etc.
  • Websites development with suppliers
  • SEO implementation and monitoring
  • CRM usage and effectiveness
  • Google Analytics, SEMrush, Data Studio, etc. xe2x80x93 tools to drive ROI
  • Multichannel social media skills (LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube)
Key ResponsibilitiesStrategy & Budget Development & Execution
  • Develop, implement, and manage the annual marketing, communications, and brand strategy across the brands, inclusive of a social media and event activation plan with the marketing teamxe2x80x94ROI on execution quarterly.
  • Develop and manage the annual marketing budget effectively, ensuring efficient allocation of resources for maximum ROI and presenting monthly updates to Exco on expenditure.
  • Ensure all strategies and budgets are aligned to OEM Scorecard, policies, and requirements.
  • Implement sound budgetary controls for the department.
  • Consult market research to assess current trends and ensure all portfolios are optimized.
  • Set up new strategies and budgets aligned to new brand acquisitions and launches.
Digital Marketing & SEO
  • Oversee SEO strategy, website management, and CRM optimization
  • Drive digital campaigns across social media, Google Ads, and other platforms
  • Utilize analytics tools (Google Analytics, SEMrush, Data Studio) for performance tracking
Paid Advertising & Lead Management
  • Develop lead generation campaigns to maximize conversions
  • Manage ad campaigns across Meta, Google, LinkedIn, TikTok, and other platforms
  • Optimize customer segmentation for personalized and targeted marketing
Brand & Community Management
  • Ensure brand consistency across all communication channels
  • Lead marketing campaigns, activations, events, and promotional activities
  • Strengthen customer engagement and loyalty initiatives
Customer Retention
  • Develop strategies to increase repeat business and loyalty
  • Collaborate with sales and aftersales teams to enhance customer experience
  • Implement special activations, rewards, and engagement programs
Data, Analytics & Performance Management
  • Utilize data-driven insights to refine marketing strategies
  • Conduct competitor analysis and market forecasting
  • Ensure compliance with legal and ethical marketing standards
Team Leadership & Development
  • Lead and develop the marketing team to ensure high performance
  • Set and manage departmental and individual KPIs
  • Foster a culture of continuous improvement and innovation
Working Hours
  • Monday xe2x80x93 Friday: 8:00 xe2x80x93 17:30
  • Saturday: 8:00 xe2x80x93 13:00 (dependent on projects and activations)

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD1410171
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
  • Education
    Not mentioned