Job Description

Marketing Officer

Cape Town Heldeberg

R360k - R420k Per Annum

A company specializing in the delivery of complete and comprehensive certification-ready Automation, Simulation, Communication, and Ground Control Solutions seeks a Marketing Officer. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in the development and execution of marketing and communications for the company.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Employee will work as a Marketing Officer and the scope of work will include, but are not limited to:

a. Marketing and communication:

i.Generating and maintaining frequent marketing material, press releases and other material for the company website, social media platforms and email lists;

ii. Generating product information sheets, product descriptions and datasheets;

iii. Marketing directly to prospective clients;

iv. Organising exhibitions, workshops, and expositions;

v.Organising client interactions and visits;

vi. Updating, modernising and maintaining Client Resource Management (CRM) facility (including sales forecasts) and Website; and

vii. General marketing and communication duties and administration.

b. Operational administration:

i.Liaison with clients, including communication relating to accounts, contracts, invoices and support;

ii. Registration, qualification and onboarding of the company as a supplier to customer ERPs and Supplier Portals;

iii. Liaison with external contractors to provide social media, graphic design and website services;

iv. Reporting on Business Development, Marketing and Sales activities to company management and board of directors;

v.Initiating and Managing Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs) with potential clients;

vi. Maintaining Internal documents, processes and procedures related to Marketing and Sales in accordance with AS9100;

vii. General administration and organisational tasks such as handling supplier and service providers, assisting with travel arrangements, etc.; and

viii. May be required to travel locally and internationally.

2. REQUIREMENTS:

2.1. Minimum Qualifications:

a. Bachelor's Degree in Marketing and Communications; or equivalent; or suitable experience in excess of 10 years.

2.2. Required Skills and Experience:

a. Excellent English communication skills (both verbal and written);

b. Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel etc);

c. Excellent administrative & organisational skills;

d. Excellent planning & coordination skills;

e. Strong communication skills;

f. Good analytical and strategic thinking skills; and

g. Proactive approach to own and manage technical query processes between suppliers and company technical staff.

2.3. Recommended Skills and Experience:

a. 2-5 years of relevant industry experience;

b. Experience with marketing of highly technical products; and c. Familiarity with ERP systems.