Marketing Specialist

Apollo Tyres Ltd is an international tyre manufacturer and the leading tyre brand in India. The company has multiple manufacturing units in India and a unit each in the Netherlands and Hungary. The company markets its products under its two global brands – Apollo and Vredestein, and its products are available in over 100 countries through a vast network of branded, exclusive and multi-product outlets.

We are looking to strengthen our Marketing team with a Marketing Specialist based in (Centurion) Gauteng. In this role, you will support the execution of marketing activities across the Africa Cluster, with a primary focus on South Africa.

You will work closely with local Sales teams to drive impactful marketing initiatives and collaborate with the central Marketing team to localize regional and global campaigns. You will report directly to the Head, Africa Region.

• Develop a (trade) marketing calendar in collaboration with the Country Sales Manager and (Key) Account Managers
• Plan and execute activities to increase brand awareness and drive sales
• Ensure timely and effective implementation of agreed initiatives

• Coordinate marketing print materials (design, ordering and distribution)
• Create customer advertisements and promotional materials
• Support local new product launches
• Provide digital marketing support and localize social media content

• Plan and execute customer visits and events
• Support the organization of partner and network events
• Coordinate and participate in trade fairs and industry events
• Localization of Marketing Materials
• Adapt and translate marketing materials for the local market (e.g., price lists, website content, brochures)

We are looking for a strong team player with a commercial mindset and excellent interpersonal skills. You bring creativity, clear communication, and analytical thinking to your work. Experience in trade marketing is essential.

• Bachelor's degree in marketing and or Visual Communication (minimum)
• 3–5 years of experience in trade marketing roles
• Event planning experience
• Graphic Design experience
• Experience in the tyre industry is an advantage
• Fluency in Afrikaans and English (required) Absolute must
• Willingness and ability to travel regularly

• Adynamic and innovative work environment
• An international team with colleagues from around the world
• Competitive compensation package
• Learning and development opportunities
• Hybrid working policy and home office support

We are committed to being an equal opportunity employer and fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where talent thrives. We believe that diverse perspectives strengthen our success. Join our Marketing team and help us move the world forward together.