Field Marketing Manager - Johannesburg

at  Red Bull

COMPANY DESCRIPTION

The Field Marketing Manager (FMM) is responsible for building the local face of Red Bull in their field in the most relevant way and in line with the global and national strategies and priorities. They build strong local networks including opinion-leaders and key influencers both online (social media) and offline.
They create and implement marketing initiatives in the four key pillars of the marketing mix (Consumer Collecting, Sports, Culture and Communications) leveraging On Premise, Off Premise and New Business opportunities and encompassing local needs and specificities and therefore impacting the heart of local consumers, ultimately leading to the successful development of the business.
The Field Marketing Manager is constantly out “in the field” to make things happen, this is not an “office” job.

QUALIFICATIONS

Ideally 3 years marketing experience preferably in sports/events or culture marketing or in the field.
Minimum 3 years experience of line management with expertise in hiring, training, administration and motivating teams.
Ideally, experience in working with commercial teams – general sales or trade marketing.
Proven background in negotiation and management of budgets.
A ‘connector’ who has excellent communication and networking skills, who can open doors and excite people for an idea.
Strong leadership, planning and project management skills.
A continual understanding of consumer trends and insights (digital, trends, University life, moving patterns). Strong understanding of youth culture in sports and culture in the region.
A creative marketer with depth in brand understanding, innovation at the heart who puts new ideas into practice fast.
Ability to multi-task and work in cross-functional teams with different objectives and personalities.
Excellent communication skills, orally and in writing, including presenting and training abilities, and the ability to seamlessly blend in with a diverse audience.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

This job description is not exhaustive of the potential duties that the successful applicant will be required to perform, and is provided solely to assist potential job applicants in determining their suitability for the role and to apply for the job. It is not an offer of employment and Red Bull is under no obligation to hire an applicant who submits an application

Please refer the Job description for details