HEAD OF STRATEGY :
Senior

A really interesting Strategy position has come up at a fast growing, forward thinking Agency.
The focus of this agency is BTL/PROMOTIONAL/SHOPPER BEHAVIOUR focussed.

This person will:
* combine strategic insights from both the client and consumer
* write well thought out briefs for creative in order for them to deliver insightful, original and effective creative work.
* ensure that clients creative needs are met
* ensure that strategy is effective from a ROI point of view
* gather consumer insights that will ensure that all agency teams produce more effective and creative work
* develop strategic tools and models for agency
* Manage the strat department as it grows, including recruitment, training, evaluation and guidance for all members of the strat team
* develop and facilitate thought and thinking sessions within the agency, both on a brief by brief basis and also proactively
* Lead strategy on new business pitches
* Understand the trade by spending time out in the field
* Be a conduit of fresh insights, information and the latest developments in thought from across the globe, and translation of that into workable tools for the agency.
* Interpret ATL strategy from agency partners into workable BTL thinking


Requirements
* Thirst for knowledge regarding NEW insights
* Passion for Ideas
* Ability to inspire
* Sound understanding of BTL principles and disciplines
* Sound understanding of both Qualitative and Quantitive research
* Excellent presentation skills
* Excellent communications skills - written and verbal.
NB - Candidates from a strong FMCG background will be top of the hiring list.
They will consider strategists from both an Agency background but ALSO from a Marketing background as long as you have FMCG/Liquor experience.


Personal Skills/Attributes
* Great with clients and colleagues
* Able to deal with conflict appropriately
* Mature
* Effective communicator
* Lateral thinking
* Objective
* Good time management skills and able to work with tight deadlines
* Adaptable and willing to change

Remuneration : Highly Negotiable

MARKETING MANAGER - FINANCIAL SERVICES - RETAIL :
SENIOR

What a fantastic opportunity to work for one of South Africa\'s leading retailers.

This Marketing person will head up the Value Added and Financial Services division within this Group.

You will:
* Define and implement strategy within this division
* Manage the suite of products on offer
* Manage all third party vendor relationships
* Manage relationship with IS
* Prioritise product development and implementation
* Communicate and sustain awareness of services on offer
* Integrate these services within the CRM programme
* Enhance customer experience
* Increase revenue

Preference will be given to BEE candidates

Requirements
* Marketing/Business Science Degree
* Retail/FMCG/ Financial Services
* Marketing skills
* Product development
* Business case development
* Technologically astute

Advantageous
* Post Graduate Diploma in Marketing

Personal Skills/Attributes
* Innovative and conceptual
* Business Minded
* Results oriented
* Decision Maker
* Passionate about the consumer/customer
* Great communicator
* Adaptable and resilient
and of course
* Good negotiator

Remuneration : Negotiable

RESEARCH EXECUTIVE :
Mid - Senior

Specialist Research House focussing on Retail and Shopper Behaviour is looking for a
Research Executive.

This person will:
* Project Design
* Manage and execute project
* Write proposals
* Design questionnaires
* Liaise with clients and relevant internal departments
* Conduct analysis
* Compile presentations
* Ensure highest quality of work through the entire process
* Work within a team

Requirements
Appropriate Tertiary education
Research Acumen
Analytical and good numeracy ability
Computer literate
Business writing skills
Presentation skills
Deadline oriented

Remuneration : negotiable

CUSTOMER AND MARKET INSIGHTS MANAGER - RETAIL :
Mid - Senior

Using your previous Research experience, provide ongoing research and information that drives business strategy and provides consumer insights in order to achieve business goals.

Leading Retailer, based in Cape Town is seeking this key person to:

* Provide monthly key consumer and competitor information
* Provide information and insights to assist top management in driving strategy
* Track company\'s performance.
* Build and maintain relationships with market share and research providers ensuring that information if financially profitable.
* Conduct retail health checks reviewing current performance identifying problems and opportunities
* Provide consumer insights input into advertising creative and concepts


Fantastic opportunity for someone who has:

* Good understanding of consumer behaviour
* Understanding of research principles, samples and methods
* Understanding of research process and methodologies
* Ability to read and analyse quantitative reports
* Ability to conduct qualitative research processes, usage and reports
* Understanding of business Strategy
* Project management ability
* Brilliant numeracy and analytical skills
* Presentation skills.


Requirements
* B Com - Marketing/Retail Management/Economics (Essential)
* 4 -6 years experience in data and research analysis (Essential)
* Experience in consumer research
* Experience in Retail Marketing (essential)
* Understanding of business strategy and processes
* Understanding of marketing principles and functions

Remuneration : Negotiable