Job Ref #: VITA#3
Industry: FMCG
Job Type: Permanent
Positions Available: 1

Job Description

About the company:

Vital, part of the Nurture Brands Group and home to some of South Africa’s most trusted wellness brands, is on a mission to inspire wellness and better living. We create products that make a real difference in people’s lives, and we’re looking for a high-performing Brand Manager to join our passionate team. In this role, you will take full ownership of your brand portfolio, driving strategic growth, strengthening market presence, and shaping the future of South Africa’s speciality foods market.

 

About the Role:

We are seeking a dynamic and commercially minded Brand Manager to join our passionate team at Vital Health Foods. This is an exciting opportunity for a driven marketing professional to take ownership of a brand portfolio and play a key role in shaping its growth and market presence.

 

Key Responsibilities:

•Support and execute brand and marketing plans, ensuring alignment with overall business objectives

•Drive impactful, integrated marketing campaigns across traditional and digital channels

•Analyse market trends and consumer insights to inform brand strategy and growth opportunities

•Collaborate with sales and trade teams to deliver effective promotional initiatives

•Lead and support product innovation, including new product development and launches

•Manage digital brand presence, including websites, e-commerce platforms, and social media

•Monitor campaign performance and optimise strategies to maximise ROI

Why Work at Vital

Make an impact, grow your career, and collaborate with a dynamic team shaping South Africa’s food industry. Enjoy flexible Fridays, career development, and a supportive culture.

Job Requirements

Qualifications & Experience:

•5 - 8 years’ experience in FMCG marketing experience, ideally from smaller, entrepreneurial companies.

•Degree (preferably postgraduate) in Commerce, Marketing, or a related field

•Additional certification or short course in Digital Marketing (advantageous)

•Proven track record in developing and executing successful marketing campaigns

•Comfortable managing multiple channels and categories, with a focus on speciality foods.

•Competitive, high-energy, and able to thrive under pressure

Conditions Of Employment

Monday to Thursday’s - Join us onsite at our vibrant Vineyard office estate, collaborating with your amazing team and on Friday’s enjoy a relaxed start from home until 1 PM, then kick off your afternoon early!

What We Offer

At Vital, we recognise and reward effort. Our compensation and benefits are designed to support you while you grow your career, including:

• Meaningful career progression and learning opportunities
• Competitive benefits and wellness support
• A collaborative, people-focused culture