Retail Marketing Manager Jobs at Vodacom South Africa in Midrand

Reference Number: 6604/AA/MngrRetMarkFrn/SN/Mid

Job Title: Manager: Retail Marketing – Franchise, Vodacom World, Approved Dealers, Direct and ISP’s

Location: Midrand

Reports To: Executive Head of Division: Retail Marketing

No. of Positions Available: 1

Response Deadline: 16/4/2012

Objectives: Role Purpose:

Manage the relationships with the Franchise, Approved Dealers, ISP’s, Direct and Vodacom World Partners to achieve Vodacom’s Sales and Marketing objectives.

OBJECTIVES:

Ensure sales targets are achieved through effective sales channel marketing initiatives
Facilitate the marketing strategies of the Vodacom Shop, Vodacom 4U stores, Vodacom World Vodacom approved dealers, Vodacom direct and Vodacom brand including Independent Service Providers and WASPs
Devising and executing strategic planning for all channels
Manage the Corporate Identity of the Vodacom Brand in all channels
Initiate and evaluate media plans and ensure maximum exposure of Vodacom’s spend
Segment the target market and use mediums for the selected target audience
Evaluate opportunities for continuous change to ensure maximum reach
Reporting, channel management, competitor activity and sales analysis
Financial controlling by ensuring accurate Marketing budget allocation
Developing, implementing and facilitation of the advertising process on National and Regional levels
Development and implementation of all promotions on a national basis in order to achieve sales targets
To plan, facilitate and manage the processes involved in the events and sales initiatives for the Channels
Ensure tactical campaigns are executed timeously and within budget parameters to achieve sales targets
Ensure regular communication with internal and external stakeholders
Ensuring effective and efficient management of the staff within area of responsibility
Competencies:

Skills:

Well-honed ability to facilitate communication and problem solving between different parties
Ability to converse with clarity and impact on all levels
Managerial skills
MS Office
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Relationship building

Knowledge:

Specialist knowledge in managing sales and costs to targets and budgets
In-depth working knowledge of the Retail and Franchise industry
Specialist knowledge in sales and financial analysis through relevant computer spread sheets
Requirements: Education and Experience

Matric / Grade 12 or SAQA accredited equivalent*
A 3 year Marketing Degree/National Diploma or SAQA accredited equivalent* (Essential)
5 – 8 years experience retail marketing experience (Essential)
Retail Sales Marketing / Advertising / Promotions experience (Advantageous)

OR

Matric / Grade 12 or SAQA accredited equivalent*
8 -10 years experience retail marketing experience (Essential)
Retail Sales Marketing / Advertising / Promotions experience (Advantageous)

*Please note that the onus lies with the candidate to provide Vodacom with substantial evidence to prove that his/her qualification is equivalent to the required NQF (National Qualifications Framework) level for the specific position.
Other: Ability to work outside standard office hours
Attend Events – Evenings / Weekends
Employment Equity: The Company’s approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process. As an Equal Opportunities employer, we actively encourage and welcome people with various disabilities to apply.

Apply to:

http://www.vc.drm-za.com/