Amka is a South African home grown company with over 60 years in the Health and Beauty Industry. We are among the top 5 in South Africa. Our Vision is to be “Brand leaders in the Health, Beauty and Home Care Industry.” Our purpose is “To enrich people’s lives by creating and sharing Abundance.”With a portfolio of over 50 popular brands, Amka is a leading manufacturer in Skin Care, Bath Care, Hair Care, Home Care, Perfumes, Deodorants and Sun Screens.Our Health and Beauty brands include some of South Africa’s most-loved brands.

Join a fast-paced, high-performing marketing team working with some of South Africa’s most iconic brands. As Assistant Brand Manager, you’ll help drive both short-term sales and long-term brand growth, making a real impact in a dynamic environment. Key Focus Areas: - Support brand strategies to grow sales, market share, and profitability. - Manage marketing mix elements to engage consumers, shoppers, and trade partners. - Collaborate with cross-functional teams and agencies for seamless execution. - Monitor market trends, competitor activity, and consumer insights. - Assist with campaigns, product launches, and packaging updates. - Track and report on brand performance metrics. Requirements: - Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business, or related field (IMM Diploma accepted). - 1 years’ FMCG experience in a brand assistant or similar role. - Strong analytical, project management, and communication skills. - Creative, consumer-first mindset with proficiency in MS Office and analytics tools. Why Join Us? - Work with leading South African FMCG brands. - Be part of a supportive, ambitious team that values initiative. - Gain exposure to brand-building, innovation, and strategy execution. - Grow your career in a company committed to developing future leaders.

Location: Centurion, Pretoria 
Industry: FMCG – Personal Care, Fragrance  & Household Brands

Position Overview

Step into a dynamic marketing environment where some of South Africa’s biggest and most loved brands are built and grown. As Assistant Brand Manager, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping brand success, balancing short-term sales wins with long-term growth strategies. This is your chance to be part of a fast-paced, agile, and high-performing team where your ideas and initiative will make a real impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with the brand manager to execute strategies that drive sales, market share, and profitability.
• Manage elements of the marketing mix to engage consumers, shoppers, and trade partners.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with sales, supply chain, and agencies for seamless execution.
• Monitor market trends, competitor activity, and consumer insights to inform brand plans.
• Assist in campaigns, product launches, and packaging updates.
• Track and report on brand performance metrics, delivering actionable insights.

Qualifications & Experience

Requirement	Details
Education	Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business, or related field (IMM Diploma or equivalent accepted)
Experience	1 years in a Brand Assistant or similar FMCG role
Preferred Institutions	Graduates from major national universities or colleges
Industry Knowledge	Personal care industry familiarity advantageous

Skills & Competencies

• Strong analytical and project management skills
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities
• Creative thinker with a consumer-first mindset
• Proficiency in MS Office & marketing analytics tools
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Why Join Us?

• Work with iconic South African brands in a thriving FMCG portfolio.
• Be part of a supportive, ambitious team that values initiative and creativity.
• Gain exposure to brand-building, innovation, and strategy execution.
• Grow your career in a company that invests in talent development and future leaders.

Calling ("Assistant Brand Manager" OR "Brand Assistant" OR "Junior Brand Manager" OR Marketing Intern) AND (FMCG OR "Fast Moving Consumer Goods") AND (marketing OR "brand management" OR "product management") AND ("Bachelor's degree" OR "IMM Diploma" OR "Marketing degree" OR "Business degree")

Requirements & Experience

 

Education
- Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business, or related field (IMM Diploma or equivalent accepted)

- Graduates from major national universities or colleges

 

Experience
•  1 plus year in a Brand Assistant or similar FMCG role

 

Industry Knowledge
•     Personal care industry familiarity advantageous