Digital Marketing Assistant

This Wholesale and Retail Business is one of the leading companies in their field of expertise. They are a vibrant and youthful brand with over 10 years of existence in the South African market. They are looking to hire a talented Digital Marketing Assistant.

The potential candidate will provide operational and administrative support to the Operations and Marketing Manager on the company's traditional and digital marketing activities.

The potential candidate would work alongside various internal and external stakeholders and assist in developing and executing the marketing strategy. All digital assets need to be appropriately utilised and communicate appropriately to our customs across all digital channels in South Africa. 

Roles & Responsibilities

• Create digital marketing campaigns - Including but not limited to: Digital Material, Print Materials, Promotional Items etc.  Ensure consistency in the brand messaging.
• Work with the sales team to coordinate marketing campaigns. 
• Prepare emails and newsletters to send to current customers.
• Launch promotional offers and events to attract new customers.
• Optimise the business website to increase online traffic.
• Follow best practices for social media marketing on different platforms.
• Conduct regular audits for social media and website marketing performance.
• Maintain and monitor online listings across various e-commerce platforms.
• Track marketing metrics and analyse digital data to measure marketing success.
• Marketing administration and product management support
• Management of promotional items and supplier relationships

Education and/or Work Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, or related field
• 1 – 3 years’ experience
• In-depth understanding of the Retail and Wholesale market would be an advantage.
• Demonstrated experience in the management of social and digital media.
• Google Fundamentals of Digital Marketing, Google Analytics, Google Ads certificates
• Graphic Design course (Adobe InDesign, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop certificates)
• Copywriting
• Proficiency in the following programmes/software’s: Mailchimp or similar email marketing platforms, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Indesign, Adobe Photoshop, Canva 

Skills/Competencies Required:

• Excellent design skills and knowledge of social media and creative platforms.
• Proficient in computer-skills.
• Knowledge of latest web technologies and industry trends. 
• Attention to detail, accuracy and sensitivity.
• Ability to work to deadlines in a busy environment - working on multiple projects at any given time. 
• Flexibility and Adaptability
• Solutions orientated, with an ability to approach problems logically and with creative thinking

How to Apply: Please submit you Cv & Portfolio of Evidence to hr@thebsc.co.za If you are ready to make an impact, bring fresh ideas, and elevate our social media presence, we want to hear from you! Apply Today and let’s create something amazing together!