Bryanston: Automotive Marketing and Brand Manager – OEM Level – Gauteng, Bryanston

Key Responsibilities: Marketing & Brand Strategy Develop and implement national marketing and brand strategies aligned with OEM objectives Ensure brand consistency and compliance across all touchpoints, campaigns, and dealer marketing activities Define positioning, messaging, and visual identity standards for campaigns and product launches Conduct market research, competitive analysis, and consumer insights to inform marketing strategy Campaign & Communication Management Plan, manage, and execute national advertising, digital marketing, and public relations campaigns Oversee multi-channel campaign execution, including social media, email marketing, website, events, and dealer marketing support Coordinate product launches, ensuring dealer networks are equipped with the necessary marketing materials and support Ensure campaigns are delivered on time, on brand, and within budget Dealer Marketing Support Liaise with the dealer network to provide marketing guidance, collateral, and campaign support Monitor dealer compliance with OEM brand guidelines and marketing standards Conduct training and coaching to improve dealer marketing capability and campaign execution Evaluate dealer marketing initiatives and provide recommendations for improvement Budgeting & ROI Develop and manage the marketing budget, ensuring cost efficiency and ROI tracking Monitor campaign performance and effectiveness through key metrics and analytics Provide regular reporting to senior management on marketing performance, campaign ROI, and brand metrics Recommend optimisation strategies based on performance data Team Leadership & Cross-Functional Collaboration Lead and mentor marketing team members, fostering professional growth and accountability Collaborate with Sales, Aftersales, Product, and Supply Chain teams to align marketing initiatives with business objectives Support cross-functional initiatives such as lead-generation campaigns, dealer network expansion, and customer engagement programs Qualifications & Experience: Bachelors degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, or related field (MBA advantageous) 710 years marketing experience, preferably in automotive OEM environment Proven experience in brand management, multi-channel marketing, and campaign execution Strong analytical skills with the ability to measure marketing effectiveness and ROI Experience managing marketing budgets and reporting to senior management Motor Industry experience ESSENTIAL Key Skills & Competencies: Strategic thinking with strong commercial acumen Leadership and team management capabilities Strong digital marketing, PR, and social media expertise Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder engagement skills Data-driven approach with the ability to interpret insights and drive action Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment Key Performance Indicators (KPIs): Brand awareness and recognition metrics Campaign ROI and cost efficiency Lead generation volume and quality Digital engagement metrics (website, social, email campaigns) Dealer compliance with marketing and brand standards Timely execution of product launches and marketing initiatives Please note only candidates with the required experience will be contacted and considered. If you are not contacted within 14 days from application, kindly consider your application as unsuccessful. Applications will only be considered from candidates who meet the specified criteria as per the job spec. If you do not meet the requirements, Select Motor Recruitment reserves the right not to respond to your application. Applications should be submitted no later than Wednesday 28 January 2026.