Management Trainee Marketing (Durban Based)

Durban - South Africa

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

At Beiersdorf we want to help people feel good about their skin and our commitment goes far beyond caring for skin. For 140 years we have developed innovative skin and body care products for well-known brands such as NIVEA Eucerin La Prairie Hansaplast and Labello. We act according to our purpose WE CARE BEYOND SKIN and take responsibility for our consumers our employees the environment and society.

Behind every brand every product and every accomplishment are our more than 20000 employees. It is for them that we live an inclusive culture of respect and trust that is strongly aligned with our values CARE COURAGE SIMPLICITY and TRUST. We also embrace diversity by valuing the uniqueness of each individual and being committed to equal opportunities for all.

Your Tasks

Role Purpose

Support the long-term growth of the companys brand portfolio through the execution of marketing activities product launches and trade initiatives. The Junior Brand Manager contributes to delivering sales market share and profitability targets by assisting in the development and execution of annual brand plans while gaining exposure to the full spectrum of brand management.

1)Brand Management & Execution

Support in developing and executing the annual brand plan On Time In Full (OTIF) and within budget.
Assist in new product development (NPD) and launch processes including artwork development packaging and claims approval.
Provide input into pricing and promotional strategies in collaboration with the Customer Marketing team.
Support development of communication briefs and manage agency deliverables (ATL BTL Digital PR).
Track and report brand performance identifying risks and opportunities to improve.
Prepare brand updates presentations and competitor/category reviews.

2)Market & Consumer Insight

Analyse market data (e.g. Nielsen Kantar retail audits) to evaluate brand performance.
Monitor consumer and market trends to identify innovation opportunities.
Translate insights into actionable marketing and brand activities

3)Financial & Budget Management

Assist in managing and tracking brand budgets ensuring spend is in line with KPIs.
Process purchase orders invoices and reconciliations.
Track ROI of campaigns and implement corrective actions when needed

4)Project & Cross-Functional Collaboratio

Coordinate cross-functional teams (Sales Supply Chain Finance R&D Regulatory etc.) to ensure flawless execution of NPDs and campaigns.
Support trade activations and customer marketing priorities to ensure alignment with brand plans.
Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders including agencies and suppliers.

Your Profile

1) Knowledge -Solid understanding of marketing principles (ATL BTL digital research consumer insights)

2) Skills and attributes -

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Proficiency in MS Office (Excel PowerPoint Word); experience with Nielsen/Kantar data (advantageous).
Excellent communication and presentation skills.
Commercial acumen and attention to detail.
Strong organisational and project management skills.
Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
Entrepreneurial mindset with a proactive can-do attitud

3) Experienceand Education

Tertiary qualification in Marketing Business or related field (BCOM/BA/IMM).
13 years experience in marketing/brand support ideally within FMCG.

Your responsible recruiter isAkash Sharma. Please apply online via the Beiersdorf Intranet until 9th March 2026.

Required Experience:

Intern