Advertising Specialist | Ackermans Vacancies

Ackermans Vacancies – Advertising Specialist Vacancy

We are seeking a dynamic Marketeer to oversee and implement cellular promotions and campaigns across various media platforms. Reporting to the Marketing Manager, responsibilities include budget management, events coordination, and comprehensive training adherence.

Foster collaboration with internal stakeholders and networks to maintain Connect brand relevance and uphold the Ackermans brand promise.

We’re a fully in-office team, based at our Support Centre in Kuils River, Cape Town.

So, what will you do? 

1. Expense Management

• Manage and control the budget

2. Advertising Operational Plan

• Plot and develop, execute & co-ordinate the cellular promotional calendar

3. Stakeholder Management

• Build relationships and co-ordinate all communication between networks, manufacturers, their ad agencies and cellular team, operations, and stores regarding promotions

4. Marketing initiatives & Training

• Support cellular team with initiatives: training & promotions

5. VM Alignment

• Liaise with visual merchandising team regarding visual representation of cellular in the business

What experience and qualification is required?

• A minimum of 5 years’ relevant marketing experience gained in a marketing /  advertising / agency environment.
• A National Diploma / Degree in Marketing Management / Advertising or equivalent qualification
• Retail experience would be advantageous
• Experience working for or with a Telecommunication provider would be advantageous

KNOWLEDGE required:

• Product knowledge
• Network and Agency systems and procedures
• Production house systems and procedures
• Media partner systems and procedures
• Finance and invoicing systems and procedures
• Visual merchandising
• Working knowledge and understanding of media terminology
• Knowledge in advertising / marketing platforms

SKILLS required:

• Communicate effectively at all levels within and outside the organisation
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Exceptional planning, organizing and time management skills
• Networking skills and the ability to be resourceful.
• Proficiency in the latest Microsoft Teams & packages (Word, Excel, Power Point & Outlook) is an important requirement.
• Innovative, creative skills
• The ability to:
  • Be resilient, have tenacity and maintain high levels of drive and initiative under pressure
  • Work independently as well as part of a team
  • Build great relationships
  • Prioritise
  • Be assertive
  • Be adaptable

If you’re looking for a company with a real, tangible culture, amazing benefits and like-minded passionate retailers, you’ve come to the right place!