Job title : Marketing Intern
Job Location : Western Cape, Cape Town
Deadline : October 08, 2025
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PURPOSE OF THE ROLE
The core purpose of the Marketing Intern is to work together with the Brand Manager to develop the brand in South Africa through optimum use of the A&P investment tools, adaptation of international strategy and ensuring a 360̊ approach to all local marketing strategies, ultimately growing market share and brand image in South Africa.KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Business PerformanceProvide Support to Brand Strategy and DevelopmentBe a custodian of the brand image in South Africa, maintaining brand equity and integrity at all timesAssist the Brand Manager to adapt global strategies to suit the local market and to meet the retailer’s expectations while fully adhering to all international brand rules and guidelinesAssist the Brand Manager to develop and present brand strategy to retailers at seasonal strategy sessionsLiaise with senior marketing and other managers to understand marketing goalsPresent marketing and branding ideas to senior managersEnsure compliance with relevant legal requirementsSales PerformanceRegularly review business performance to ascertain challenges and opportunitiesAssist in the management of inventory to ensure brand stock levels in house meet both the brand and organisational requirementsReport on brand performance monthly as required (including but not limited to sales, retailers performance, SKU performance, PR, new launches)Assist in the management of new launches including stock tracking with demand planning, receipt of retailer orders vs plan, stock distribution (together with POSM) from the warehouse, communication with the sales team, proactive adaptations to plans to maximise launch potential and follow up and reporting following launch periodEngage in research to gain relevant information including but not limited to competitors, pricing and target marketsStakeholder engagement and managementBuild and maintain strong relationships with all stakeholders to ensure full support of the brand in the marketWork with stakeholders to gain maximum exposure for the brandCo-ordinate and implement PR activity including distribution of new launches and tracking and reporting on local media and digital coverageBudget and financial responsibilitiesAllocate resources and work with others to ensure specified budgets and ROI requirements are observedMarketing / Brand Support FunctionsSystematically develop processes that provide relevant information and support to the Brand Manager, including but not limited to :Inventory review and reportingMonthly brand reportingRetailer sales performance and stock reportingAdministrate the process flow of all new products both internally and externally to ensure products are loaded correct and timeousTimeous accurate completion and submission of all retailer buy plans / master files and seasonal marketing / online booking calendars and formsTimeous and accurate management of price increases as requiredEnsure all documents are accessible at all timesDeliver within set deadlinesProvide optimum service levels to all stakeholders internally and externallyManage customer and consumer queries professionally to achieve a positive outcomeAssist with project-based assignments set out by the Brand Manager to gain knowledge and practical experience in development-focused tasksTrack competitor activity monthly and gain learnings from analysisSpend time in-store to obtain trade experience / knowledge and gain customer insightsCOMPETENCIES
Taking decisions and initiating action, taking responsibility for theseWorking with peopleWriting, reporting and communicationPersuading and influencingPlanning and organisingDelivering results & meeting customer expectationsAdapting and responding to changeCoping with pressures and setbacksAnalysingEntrepreneurial and commercial thinkingSKILLS
Understanding of brand management and marketing conceptsAbility to manage both strategic and operational requirementsHigh attention to detailProactive, adaptable and flexibleOrganised with ability to multi-task, ensuring deadlines are prioritized and metStrong interpersonal skills and ability to build relationships with internal / external partnersStrong communication and reporting skillsBusiness acumenResults drivenMINDSET
Energetic team player with the ability to positively impact the internal Shiseido teamProactive self-motivated attitude that delivers results and works towards excellenceCompliant with all policies, procedures, ethics & values in the businessMINIMUM REQUIREMENTS / QUALIFICATIONS
Business / Marketing degree would be advantageousProficient with Microsoft Office Suite (including word processors, spreadsheets, design applications and presentation programmes)Cosmetic industry experience in the luxury sector is advantageousGraduate Trainee / Internship / siwes jobs