Junior Brand Manager

Recruiter

Green Marble Recruitment Consultants

Job Ref

JHB002554/NS

Date posted

Friday, July 3, 2026

Location

Midrand, South Africa

Salary

Monthly

SUMMARY

JUNIOR BRAND MANAGER

Location: JHB North

NON-NEGOTIABLE REQUIREMENTS

Relevant degree/diploma.

3 years’ FMCG brand management experience.

Food Manufacturing Experience Essential.

ROLE OVERVIEW

The Junior Brand Manager drives the growth and success of a key

FMCG brand by increasing brand equity, market share, revenue, and profitability. The role leads brand strategy, marketing campaigns, product launches, and innovation initiatives, while using market insights and cross-functional collaboration to deliver strong commercial results.

POSITION INFO

Minimum requirements: Degree or Diploma in Marketing, Business, Communications, Digital Marketing, or Advertising. Postgraduate Marketing qualification (advantageous). Minimum 3 years' experience in Brand Management within an FMCG environment. Food manufacturing experience with trade and sales exposure is essential. Personality Traits: Results-driven. Creative and innovative. Proactive and self-motivated. Strong problem-solving skills. Positive, action-oriented attitude. High attention to detail. Duties and responsibilities: Managing and executing brand strategies to achieve business objectives, including brand equity, revenue growth, and market share. Leading the execution of marketing campaigns, product launches, key projects, and brand initiatives. Collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure project objectives are achieved on time and within budget. Managing innovation timelines, milestones, and deliverables to ensure successful outcomes. Leading the development and execution of shopper marketing activities to drive category growth, improve in-store visibility, optimise share of shelf, and support the successful launch of new products. Identifying opportunities and risks, developing business cases for new projects, and implementing action plans and tactics where required. Engaging and collaborating with cross-functional internal stakeholders to ensure alignment and effective execution. Building and maintaining relationships with external partners, agencies, and suppliers to support successful project delivery and collaboration. Please note that only candidates who meet all the requirements will be contacted for the opportunity. We look forward to receiving your application!