Marketing Assistant needed urgently: APPLY NOW

Sandton, Gauteng

Main purpose/objective of the position:

Reflected in negotiations were thorough preparation, skill, tact and win-win outcomes (where appropriate).
Strategy and budget recommendations were relevant, the result of thorough analyses.
Contracts met agreed quality standards, were up to date and adhered to / honored.
Thorough planning, cost-effective, on time. Achieved objectives.
Effective controls in place, corrective action without undue delay.
Implements and reports on a structured tenant communication plan (including visits, proposals, general interaction, tenant meetings and others).
Effective and pro-active budget controls were in place. Thoroughness and analyses were reflected in budget preparation.
Marketing reports were accurate, complete, on time and in the agreed format.
Timeous, accurate, according to procedures.
Clear and effective communication with agencies.
Approval only of work and schedules that met agreed standards.
Problems/queries escalated to this level are dealt with effectively, to the satisfaction of the client where practically possible.
Effective cooperation between own and other departments achieved and maintained. Problems were dealt with effectively without delay
All major potential strategic alliances and sponsorship opportunities were identified and successfully captured (where practically possible)
Focus groups were efficient: cost effective, thoroughly designed, organized and chaired – the expected outcomes were achieved.
Meetings met objectives, conducted time & cost-effectively.
Newsletters deemed informative, relevant and effective by recipients.
Stakeholders deemed the output of surveys to be relevant and reliable. Conducted cost efficiently.
Press releases were effective (met impact expectations) and met agreed standards.
CM Relationships built/maintained to the effect that cooperation and effective flow of information were achieved where possible.
Feedback and information flow met client’s expectations
Realistic expectations were created by self and team (internally and externally) and met as far as practically possible.
Set objectives in this regard were achieved.
Subordinates are motivated, productive, positive, focused and well informed:
Clear & up to date standards, work plans, targets (high but achievable) and deadlines are in place.
Effective control measures are in place – things happen as planned.
Subordinates are kept well informed
Performance problems are continuously detected and effectively remedied without undue delay.
Resources are made available to subordinate that ensured delivery on standard, on time.
Staff are coached and developed in accordance with a clear, agreed plan.
Knowledgeable on customer’s business, their needs and expectations
Knowledgeable on competition, can draw accurate comparisons with Lifestyle.
Self and team are 100% knowledgeable on Lifestyle’s services and processes around them.

Experience / Education:

Degree or diploma in related field essential.
Retail experience preferential

Skills required:

Have a clear and thorough knowledge of marketing principles
Preferably have centre retail marketing experience (but not essential)
Understand and have experience in dealing with related fields – advertising, PR, online, social media, media in general, events and promotions
Ability to analyze situations accurately and provide efficient solutions
Ability to make decisions that lead to optimal results
Excellent co-ordination skills and time management
Effective utilization of resources
Have knowledge of and practical experience in putting events/promotions together and the execution thereof.
Must have attention to detail and excellent admin skills.
Must have an excellent command of English – verbal & written.
Must be able to work under pressure and adhere to time lines.
Monitors progress toward objectives and adjusts plans as necessary to reach them
Identifies needs/problems, secures relevant information, relates data from different

Knowledge required:

Negotiates (terms, deals rates, sponsorships, etc)
Makes budget and strategy recommendation to manager.
Contract administration, quality control and execution.
Event coordination (conceptualizing events, oversee plans and budgets, liaison with suppliers).
Monitor exhibitors (to conform to required standards).
Manages and maintains relationships with tenants.
Managing and controlling marketing budget.
Prepares and quality control of marketing reporting
Approval of invoices / creditors to be paid.
Oversees and generate briefs to agencies / promotional companies.
Approves creative work and schedules of agencies / promotional companies.
Attends to queries/complaints that were escalated to this level.
Ensures cooperation, synergy and effective communication between marketing and other departments.

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