Job Description
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Trade Marketing Project Manager to join our team in Durban. As a key member of our project management team, you will be responsible for managing multiple retail projects across South Africa, ensuring timely and successful delivery of in-store execution across all retail channels.
Key Responsibilities
- Own the full project lifecycle: planning, production, logistics, installation, and handover
- Manage timelines, budgets, risks, and delivery across multiple projects
- Coordinate the client, the company, retailers, and internal teams
- Deliver consistent in-store execution across all retail channels
- Oversee installations, contractors, and site readiness
- Support shop-in-shop rollouts, including pilot installs where needed
- Manage change control (scope, cost, approvals)
- Define and manage QA standards, snag lists, and store handovers
- Track performance and improve rollout processes
Requirements
- 5 years experience in project management, retail rollout, or FMCG
- Proven experience delivering multi-site retail projects
- Good commercial understanding (budgets, tracking, cost control)
- Solid understanding of retail installations and execution
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
- Ability to travel (30-40%) across the offices, retail sites, and supplier/warehouse locations
Qualifications
- Formal education/certifications not specified in original job description.
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About Retail / wholesale Jobs in eThekwini
The retail and wholesale sector in eThekwini is an essential part of the city’s economy, with many multinationals operating in the area. Typically, job seekers in this field can expect to find opportunities across a range of industries, including retail, manufacturing, and logistics. Generally, these roles involve working in warehouses, stores, or distribution centers, interacting with customers and managing inventory.
Salary expectations for retail and wholesale positions vary widely depending on factors such as experience, company size, and industry sector. While it is difficult to provide exact figures, broad salary ranges can be estimated. Typically, entry-level positions may offer salaries within the R20 000 – R30 000 range per annum, while more senior roles can command salaries between R40 000 – R80 000 or more per annum, depending on the specific requirements of the position and the individual’s level of experience.
Common skills required for retail and wholesale roles include excellent communication and customer service skills, as well as the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Other essential skills include inventory management, basic math skills, and a willingness to learn new technologies. In some cases, proficiency in English, Afrikaans, or other languages may be beneficial for roles working with international customers.
Industries that commonly employ retail and wholesale staff include the financial services sector, technology industry, manufacturing sector, and logistics providers. These sectors often require employees who are able to work independently, manage multiple tasks, and maintain high levels of customer satisfaction.
For those interested in advancing their careers in retail and wholesale, there are many opportunities for development and progression. Typically, experienced staff can move into supervisory or management roles, where they can oversee teams and implement new strategies. With further experience and training, individuals may also be able to transition into specialized fields such as logistics or supply chain management.
This information provides general career guidance. Actual salaries and requirements vary by employer.
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