Chief Executive: Marketing - Kuilsriver at Ackermans

Job Advert    

• This executive will lead the marketing strategy and take accountability for the marketing portfolio in the company.   An ability to effectively interact at a strategic level with confidence, impact and influence is a key attribute.
• If you’re an innovative, strategic thinker with a passion for developing omni-channel marketing strategies with great attention to detail, communication skills and the ability to juggle many balls at once, this is the role for you!
• As with all Ackermans positions, but especially at this level of management, candidates will need to possess a value system that aligns with Ackermans values, whilst demonstrating outstanding leadership skills. [Ackermans brand values: Courage, Respect, Integrity, Simplicity and Performance].

Knowledge, Skills and Experience    

• Applicants for the position who meet the following requirements are preferred:
• Minimum 5 years of experience in an executive marketing role, from any industry
• Excellent leadership skills
• Demonstrated business acumen and results/detail orientation supported by strong analytical ability
• Ability to communicate fluently in English (written and verbal)
• Excellent understanding of the full marketing mix and PR activities
• Experience in the running and implementation of major business initiatives
• Demonstrated ability to drive and maintain 3rd party / key supplier / stakeholder relationships

Key Responsibilities    
This is a full CMO role in every aspect, including responsibility for:

• Brand and marketing strategy
• Customer insights
• Managing advertising agency to deliver impactful advertising
• Managing media buying and PR agencies
• Digital and social media marketing
• Direct marketing
• Market trends, market research and competitor activity
• Loyalty
• Mobilising the company around marketing campaigns
• The position reports to the CEO.

Closing Date    
2023/08/25