Head of Marketing and Sales

Cape Town, Western Cape
Permanent
Full-time

16 days ago

Job DescriptionHead of Marketing & SalesBellville, Cape Town | Permanent Position Reports to: Group CEODirect reports: Business Development ManagersSalary is very negotiable based on experience and industry exposure.About the RoleMy client is looking for a strategic, innovative, and results-driven Head of Marketing & Sales to take charge of our growth journey. This is a high-impact role where you'll drive revenue growth, expand market share, and strengthen brand visibility-locally and globally.You'll be the mastermind behind packaging our services and tech innovations into compelling solutions that meet market needs. This role is for someone who thrives on pushing boundaries, creating new opportunities, and leading with vision.What You'll Do

Market Growth & Expansion

o Identify and pursue new customer segments and international markets.o Build and nurture strategic partnerships and alliances.o Develop initiatives to grow our footprint in logistics and related industries.

Strategy & Execution

o Define and implement go-to-market strategies.o Shape pricing models that balance value and profitability.o Launch new product and solution offerings.

Brand & Visibility

o Position the company as a global thought leader.o Lead impactful marketing campaigns, events, and trade fair presence.o Secure press coverage, speaking opportunities, and industry recognition.

Market Intelligence & Data

o Translate industry and customer insights into strategy.o Use CRM and data analytics to sharpen campaigns and sales efforts.o Align closely with product development to ensure market-fit solutions.

Leadership & Team Growth

o Build, mentor, and lead high-performing marketing and sales teams.o Implement sales enablement tools and training programs.o Drive accountability through clear KPIs and performance metrics.What They're Looking For

Experience & Expertise

o 8-10 years in Sales & Marketing, with at least 5 years in senior leadership.o Proven track record in driving revenue growth and expanding market share.o Strong background in digital marketing, CRM systems, and data-driven strategies.o Experience in logistics, supply chain, or B2B industries is a strong advantage.

Qualifications

o Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business Administration, or related field (essential).o Postgraduate qualification (MBA or Marketing specialization) is a plus.

Skills & Strengths

o Innovative thinker with strong commercial and financial acumen.o Exceptional communicator, negotiator, and relationship builder.o Resilient, adaptable, and goal-driven with a "make it happen" mindset.o Passion for leading teams, influencing markets, and pushing creative boundaries.What You Can Expect

A fast-paced, high-energy environment with opportunities for both local and international exposure.

The chance to shape strategy at executive level while working closely with the CEO and leadership team.

A role where creativity meets commercial impact, and your ideas translate directly into growth.

This role is perfect for a visionary marketing leader who thrives on challenges, innovation, and building something bigger than themselves.

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