{"id":35844,"date":"2026-05-14T10:02:23","date_gmt":"2026-05-14T10:02:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/southafrica\/job\/group-marketing-manager\/"},"modified":"2026-05-14T10:03:21","modified_gmt":"2026-05-14T10:03:21","slug":"group-marketing-manager","status":"publish","type":"job_listing","link":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/southafrica\/job\/group-marketing-manager\/","title":{"rendered":"Group Marketing Manager"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Job Description<\/p>\n<p>\tOptimi is looking for a high-calibre, strategic and hands-on Marketing manager to drive the marketing function across a diverse group of companies. This role requires a well-rounded marketer with both strategic depth and operational excellence. The ideal candidate should be a structured, process-driven thinker who can lead teams, integrate marketing with sales, and deliver measurable business growth across both B2B and B2C environments, ideally within the education sector.<\/p>\n<p>REQUIREMENTS<\/p>\n<p>\tBachelor\u2019s degree in Marketing or related field.<br \/>\n\tHonours or Postgraduate Degree (advantageous).<br \/>\n\t10 + years marketing experience across multiple marketing disciplines.<br \/>\n\tMinimum of 5 years\u2019 experience managing and leading marketing teams.<br \/>\n\tProven experience in both B2C and B2B environments.<br \/>\n\tExperience in ATL and BTL marketing initiatives.<br \/>\n\tStrong understanding of digital marketing, CRM systems, analytics platforms, and lead generation.<br \/>\n\tProven experience managing suppliers, agencies, stakeholders, and marketing budgets.<br \/>\n\tStrong reporting, analytical, and presentation skills.<br \/>\n\tProficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, CRM systems, BI and reporting tools.<br \/>\n\tFluent in English (written and verbal communication).<\/p>\n<p>DUTIES<\/p>\n<p>\tLead the development and execution of integrated multi-channel marketing strategies aligned to business objectives.<br \/>\n\tOversee the marketing function across digital marketing, branding, content, campaigns, PR, and lead generation initiatives.<br \/>\n\tManage ATL and BTL campaigns across B2B and B2C market segments.<br \/>\n\tAnalyse campaign performance, market trends, customer insights, and ROI reporting.<br \/>\n\tDevelop and maintain reporting frameworks, dashboards, and KPI tracking.<br \/>\n\tManage websites, social media platforms, PR activities, suppliers, agencies, and promotional material.<br \/>\n\tCollaborate with sales teams to optimise lead generation and customer engagement.<br \/>\n\tCoordinate and manage internal and external events, expos, and activations.<br \/>\n\tLead, mentor, and develop the marketing team while driving operational efficiency and accountability.<br \/>\n\tEnsure alignment between marketing activities and overall company strategic objectives.<br \/>\n\tIdentify and mitigate risks within the marketing function.<br \/>\n\tDrive cross-functional collaboration especially with the sales team.<\/p>\n<p>Apply via company website ( https:\/\/optimi.co.za\/ ) or<\/p>\n<p>optimi.simplify.hr<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"template":"","meta":{"_promoted":"","_job_location":"","_application":"http:\/\/optimi.simplify.hr","_company_name":"Optimi Learning","_company_website":"https:\/\/optimi.co.za\/","_company_tagline":"We are committed to making learning more accessible, supporting every step of your learning journey. 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