Junior Brand Manager

Listing reference: amka_000054
Listing status: Online
Apply by: 31 August 2026
Position summary
Industry: FMCG & Supply Management
Job category: Marketing Management
Location: Gauteng
Contract: Permanent
Remuneration: Market Related
EE position: No
About our company
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.
Introduction
Amka Products is experiencing exceptional growth and expanding its Export Division. Following the successful appointment of eight Brand Managers at Amka, we are looking for a Junior Brand Manager to join our export team and help drive the growth of our premium FMCG brands across East and West Africa. This is an exciting opportunity for a strategic and results-driven marketing professional who is passionate about brand growth, innovation, and delivering commercial success in a fast-paced FMCG environment. Minimum Requirements BCom Degree in Marketing or a IMM related qualification. 2–5 years' Brand Management experience within the FMCG industry. Proven experience managing brands across African markets essential Key Responsibilities To execute brand growth and drive market share and business growth. Create and implement strategic brand plans for the Africa market Monitor competitor activity and market trends. Collaborate with Sales, R&D, and Finance teams to achieve business objectives. Manage brand profitability, sales growth, and brand equity. Key Competencies Strong initiative and problems solving ability. Excellent communication and negotiation skills. Strategic thinking with sound financial acumen. Consumer insight and market analysis expertise.
Job description

Location: Centurion (Sunderland Ridge), Pretoria, Gauteng

Amka Products is experiencing exceptional growth and expanding its Export Division. Following the successful appointment of eight Brand Managers, we are looking for a Junior Brand Manager to join our team and help drive the growth of our premium FMCG brands across African and international markets.

This is an exciting opportunity for a strategic and results-driven marketing professional who is passionate about brand development, innovation, and delivering commercial success in a fast-paced FMCG environment.

Essential Requirements

  • BCom Degree in Marketing or a related qualification.
  • 2–5 years' Brand Management experience within the FMCG industry.
  • Proven experience managing brands across African and international markets (essential).

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute brand strategies to drive market share and business growth.
  • Create and implement strategic brand plans.
  • Drive innovation and new product development initiatives.
  • Monitor competitor activity and market trends.
  • Collaborate with Sales, R&D, and Finance teams to achieve business objectives.
  • Manage brand profitability, sales growth, and brand equity.

Key Competencies

  • Strong initiative and problem-solving ability.
  • Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
  • Strategic thinking with sound financial acumen.
  • Consumer insight and market analysis expertise.

If you're ready to make an impact and help shape the future of Amka's export brands, we'd love to hear from you.

(title:("Brand Manager" OR "Junior Brand Manager" OR "Assistant Brand Manager"))
AND
(FMCG OR "Fast Moving Consumer Goods")
AND
("Brand Management")
AND
(Marketing)
AND
(Africa OR "East Africa" OR "West Africa" OR Export)

 

Minimum requirements

Education
Bachelor's Degree in Marketing or related qualification (Required).
Experience
2–5 years' Brand Management experience in FMCG.
Experience working across East and West Africa.

Benefits

Medical Aid 
Pension 
Performance-based bonuses based on your 
performance, you can earn the equivalent of 1, 2 or 3 months salary 

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