Brand Assistant - Snacks Division; FMCG
East London, 5201, South Africa
Listed on 2026-10-25
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Marketing / Advertising / PR
Market Research, Marketing Communications, Brand Ambassadors & Brand Management, Marketing Management
About the Role
Our client, a major player in the Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) industry, is looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Brand Assistant to support their dynamic snacks division. This is a fully remote position, offering a fantastic opportunity to gain valuable experience in brand management from anywhere. The Brand Assistant will play a vital role in assisting the Brand Manager with the execution of marketing plans, market research, campaign coordination, and administrative tasks.
This role is ideal for an aspiring marketing professional eager to learn and grow within the FMCG sector.
- Assist the Brand Manager in the development and execution of brand marketing plans and campaigns for the snacks portfolio.
- Conduct market research, competitor analysis, and consumer trend monitoring.
- Help coordinate marketing activities across various channels, including digital, social media, and in-store promotions.
- Support the creation of marketing materials, presentations, and reports.
- Manage brand databases and maintain organized records of marketing collateral.
- Liaise with internal teams (sales, creative, R&D) and external agencies as needed.
- Assist with the tracking of campaign performance and budget expenditure.
- Process invoices and manage administrative tasks related to brand marketing.
- Contribute ideas for new product innovations and marketing initiatives.
- Stay updated on industry trends and best practices in brand management and FMCG marketing.
- Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business Administration, Communications, or a related field.
- 0-2 years of experience in marketing, brand management, or a related role, preferably within the FMCG sector.
- Strong interest in brand building and consumer marketing.
- Excellent organizational, time management, and multitasking skills.
- Good analytical skills and attention to detail.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work independently, proactively, and collaboratively in a remote team environment.
- Eagerness to learn and a can-do attitude.
- Located anywhere, with the ability to work effectively in a remote-first setup.
This role offers the significant advantage of being fully remote, providing excellent work-life balance and flexibility. Our client provides a competitive entry-level salary, along with opportunities for robust training and professional development. You will gain invaluable experience in brand management within a fast-paced and exciting FMCG environment, working with popular snack brands. This is a stepping stone to a promising career in marketing.
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