About the Role Our client, a globally recognized leader in the Rapid-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) industry, is seeking a highly skilled and forward-thinking Digital Marketing Manager to join their innovative team. This position is exclusively remote, allowing you to work from anywhere within South Africa. You will be responsible for developing and executing comprehensive digital marketing strategies to drive brand awareness, engagement, and e-commerce sales across all digital platforms. The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise in SEO, SEM, social media marketing, content strategy, email marketing, and performance analytics within the challenging FMCG landscape. This is a unique opportunity to shape the digital presence of major brands and lead impactful online initiatives from the comfort of your home office.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and implement data-driven digital marketing strategies to achieve business objectives, including brand awareness, lead generation, and e-commerce sales.

Manage and optimize all digital marketing channels, including SEO, SEM, social media advertising, display advertising, and email marketing campaigns.

Oversee the creation of engaging and high-quality digital content, including website copy, blog posts, social media updates, and video scripts.

Manage the company's social media presence, fostering community engagement and driving brand advocacy.

Develop and execute effective email marketing campaigns to nurture leads and drive customer loyalty.

Monitor, analyze, and report on key digital marketing metrics and KPIs, providing insights and recommendations for continuous improvement.

Manage the digital marketing budget, ensuring optimal allocation of resources and maximum ROI.

Stay abreast of the latest digital marketing trends, technologies, and best practices,



particularly within the FMCG sector.

Collaborate with internal teams (brand, sales, product) and external agencies to ensure cohesive and integrated digital marketing efforts.

Drive innovation in digital marketing, exploring new platforms and strategies to reach target audiences effectively.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Digital Media, Communications, or a related field.

A Master's degree is a plus.

Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in digital marketing, with a proven track record of success in the FMCG industry.

Demonstrated expertise in SEO, SEM, social media marketing, content marketing, email marketing, and marketing automation platforms.

Strong analytical skills and proficiency in web analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics, Adobe Analytics).

Experience managing significant digital marketing budgets and optimizing campaign performance.

Excellent understanding of consumer behavior in the digital space and e-commerce strategies.

Outstanding communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.

Ability to work independently, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and meet deadlines in a remote environment.

Experience with A/B testing and conversion rate optimization (CRO).

Benefits

Our client offers a highly competitive salary package, including performance-based bonuses and potential for profit sharing.

Comprehensive benefits include private medical insurance, a robust retirement fund, and generous paid time off.

The role is fully remote, offering exceptional flexibility and work-life balance.

Continuous professional development opportunities will be provided through online courses, webinars, and access to industry conferences.

Join a progressive and innovative organization that is a leader in the FMCG market and experience the freedom of a remote-first work culture.

📌 Digital Marketing Manager (Kimberley)
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📍 Kimberley