Marketing Co-Ordinator APPLY NOW

Are you a dynamic communicator with a flair for brand communications, copywriting, PR, storytelling, influencer marketing and marketing operations? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment, have exceptional planning and organisational skills, and love seeing your work come to life in media and on digital platforms? If so, we’d love to meet you! At FOM, our journey is one of purpose and passion. We move together to inspire, and we’re looking for a Marketing Coordinator to join our tribe and help elevate our brand and presence across multiple touchpoints.

What will you be responsible for?

• Develop and implement brand PR & communications, media, influencer, events and customer engagement strategies to grow brand visibility.
• Manage all brand PR efforts including internal/external communications, press releases, and media exposure.
• Management in the co-ordination of marketing briefs, stock management and billing processes, ensuring alignment with supply chain and finance teams.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with media, influencers, and ambassadors; driving key brand stories and launches.
• Write compelling copy for products, e-commerce, newsletters, campaigns, and press material aligned with our tone and voice.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure efficient marketing operations, including the use of tools such as Trello for tracking and project management.
• Support CSI initiatives and help drive meaningful brand collaborations.
• Manage interdepartmental relations and flow of information.
• Manage the co-ordination of supplier relations.

Core skills required:

• Well-organised with the ability to prioritise and focus.
• An enquiring mind with the ability to think outside the box.
• Positive, mindful, and compassionate.
• Self-starter with a can-do attitude.
• Ability to effectively listen, communicate, and perform diplomatically.
• Ability to work independently as well as within a group.
• Able to work through periods of high demand.
• Deadline driven / time management
• Able to work in a fast-paced and at times demanding, environment.
• Impeccable time management skills with the ability to multitask
• Excellent social listening skills
• Ability to understand historical, current, and future trends in the content space
• Strong content planning, production, and editing skills
• Detail-oriented approach with ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines
• Innovative and Organised
• Resilient and courageous
• Self-managed and takes the initiative

What you bring

• A Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, or related field.
• 2-4 Years’ experience in Marketing Co-Ordinator or related field
• Strong knowledge of brand PR and communications, influencer marketing, media planning, and events.
• Excellent writing and communication skills with attention to detail.
• Strong planning, coordination, and administrative skills.
• Ability to work independently, meet deadlines, and juggle multiple projects.
• Timely execution of marketing campaigns and briefs
• Engagement and growth of media and influencer networks
• Accuracy and efficiency in stock and invoice management
• High-quality and impactful written content
• A collaborative spirit with a proactive, problem-solving attitude.
• Passion for the brand and a commitment to staying current and innovative.
• Proficient in major content management and production tools, including AI technologies like ChatGPT.
• Effective team collaborator with designers, vendors, and the marketing team to ensure cohesive content experiences for FOM.
• Make timely, informed decisions.
• Simplify complex information to resolve organizational challenges.
• Assess and improve work processes for efficiency and quality.

What we offer

At Freedom of Movement, our mission is to be an inspirational and conscious South African brand that connects deeply with our customers by delivering authentic, high-quality lifestyle products. Working here offers a fantastic opportunity to be part of an aspirational brand that empowers employees to shape their own destinies and embrace true freedom: the freedom to dream, create, and move. We provide a dynamic environment rich in development opportunities, where you can contribute positively to our growth. Our unique culture, "Uhambo," meaning "journey" in Zulu and Xhosa, embodies the adventure of overcoming challenges and seeking new experiences. It reflects our commitment to teamwork, resilience, and continuous improvement as we inspire innovation and deliver superior products and services. Uhambo - "together we move to inspire."

Job Type: Full-time

Job Level: Mid-level

Location: HQ, Unit 3 Harvest Park, Harvest Close, Richmond Industrial Precinct, Cape Town

Expected Start Date: October/November

Closing date: 25 July 2024. Use the reference MCO25 in your email subject line.

No late applications will be accepted. Should you not hear from us within four weeks, please note that your application was unsuccessful.

Stay free & Keep moving!