PROMOTIONS MANAGER

Are you the kind of person who gets a buzz from creating energy, turning heads and driving sales in the real world?

Join ARTHUR FORD as our Promotions Manager and take ownership of our national promotions programme. Every month you will bring our beautiful, affordable fragrances and wellness products to life across 90+ stores in all nine provinces – creating memorable experiences, building brand excitement and directly supporting store sales.

This is a hands-on, on-the-road role. You will be travelling for approximately 2 to 3 weeks of every month to run promotions on the ground across the country. If you love being out there creating energy rather than sitting behind a desk, this is for you.

This is offered as a fixed-term contract so we can properly test and prove the value of a dedicated promotions role. Strong performance and clear results will put you in a very good position for a permanent opportunity.

If you thrive on high energy, love connecting with people, solve problems on the fly, and get satisfaction from seeing real results on the ground, this is your role.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Plan and deliver approximately 15 high-impact promotions every month that create genuine excitement around our brands and help stores sell more
• Design activations that stop customers, engage them and turn interest into purchases (spin-and-win, product experiences, sampling and more)
• Build and lead energetic promoter teams who represent the ARTHUR FORD & SEKRET brand with confidence and personality
• Work hand-in-hand with store teams and Operations Area Managers so every promotion supports their sales targets and customer experience
• Partner closely with Head Office management and the Marketing team – share plans, insights and results so promotions stay aligned with brand and business goals
• Keep a sharp eye on costs while still delivering standout activations that make an impact
• Provide clear, regular reports on promotions performance, budget and costs so leadership can see the return and make informed decisions
• Solve problems quickly and calmly on the day – weather, venue issues, promoter no-shows, stock challenges or last-minute changes – so the activation still delivers
• Track results and continuously improve – we want promotions that people remember and that move product
• Be present in the field for 2–3 weeks every month – coaching teams, lifting energy and making sure every activation feels special
• Take full ownership of the national promotions calendar and make it a genuine sales driver for the business

DESIRED EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATION

• Matric (tertiary qualification in Marketing, Retail or related field is an advantage)
• 3–5 years’ experience in field marketing, brand activations, trade promotions or multi-store retail – ideally with a track record of driving sales through on-the-ground activity
• Proven ability to create energy, engage customers and motivate teams to deliver results
• Strong problem-solving skills – able to think on your feet and keep activations running smoothly when things don’t go to plan
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to coordinate people and activities across multiple locations
• Comfortable working with senior management and Marketing – able to present plans, report on performance and discuss budget and costs clearly
• Valid driver’s licence and genuine willingness to travel nationally for 2–3 weeks every month
• Excellent communication and people skills – you will work with store staff, promoters, managers and Head Office every week
• Comfortable owning numbers, tracking results and staying cost-conscious
• High energy, positive and resilient – this role rewards people who bring enthusiasm and get things done on the road
• Experience managing promoters or working with activation agencies is a strong advantage

We are looking for someone who gets excited by creating buzz, building brand love and helping stores sell more – not just ticking boxes.

Contract Type:

Fixed-term contract (initially 6–12 months). The intention is to convert to permanent employment if the role delivers clear value and results.

Pay Range:

R25 000 – R38 000 per month (Cost to Company)

The final package will depend on your experience and proven ability to drive energetic, sales-focused promotions.

How to Apply

Reply to this advert with your CV containing traceable references.

By applying you give permission for your personal information to be processed and stored securely in compliance with POPIA. This may include reference, criminal or credit checks.

Should you not have heard from us within two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful.

We reserve the right not to fill this post. An application itself will not guarantee an interview.

Pay: R25 000,00 - R32 000,00 per month

Application Question(s):

• • Describe a promotion, activation or campaign you were involved in that created real energy and helped drive sales. What did you do and what was the result?
• Give an example of how you motivated a team (promoters, store staff or casuals) to deliver high energy and strong results on the day.
• Tell us about a time something went wrong during a promotion, event or field activity. How did you problem-solve on the spot and what was the outcome?
• Have you prepared or presented reports on campaign performance, costs or budget to management or a marketing team? Briefly describe your experience.
• you have a valid driver’s license? Please state the code.
• Where do you currently live (Town or City)?
• What is your notice period / earliest availability to start?
• Have you ever been dismissed from a job? If yes, please give brief details.
• Have you ever been charged with a dishonest act at work? If yes, please give brief details.
• Please provide two contactable references (name, company, contact number and your relationship to them).

Education:

• High School (matric) (Required)

Experience:

• Field marketing / brand activations: 3 years (Required)
• creating customer energy and supporting sales : 3 years (Required)
• supervision of staff: 1 year (Required)

Willingness to travel:

• 75% (Required)

Work Location: In person