About the position
KWV a renowned South African brand and industry leader in the production of world-class wines, and other spirits has a vacancy for a Brand Manager: Marketing Wine, based in Paarl, Western Cape.
- Report to: Executive Marketing Wine
- Division: Marketing Wine
Purpose:
To develop and execute brand plans and marketing activities that build consumer demand, deliver commercial results, establish, position, and grow KWV's premium wine portfolio.
Minimum Requirements:
- A relevant tertiary qualification/degree in Marketing, Brand Management, or related field
- 5 - 8 years' experience in brand management within the FMCG industry (essential)
- Proven experience managing FMCG brands (alcoholic beverage and/or premium brands advantageous)
- Interest in wine and enthusiasm to grow category knowledge (formal wine education like WSET an advantage but not a requirement)
- Strong commercial and financial acumen with hands on experience managing brand P&Ls, driving margin delivery, optimising COGS, and managing A&P budgets
- Ability to generate actionable insights through hands on analysis of data, market information, and brand performance
- Valid driver's license and own reliable transport
- Willingness and ability to travel for business locally
Skills and Knowledge Required:
- Creatively driven, with the ability to shape and progress brand ideas.
- Sound commercial and financial acumen, linking brand performance to sales growth and sustainable margin delivery.
- Confident navigating and interpreting performance dashboards and financial reports to drive decision-making.
- Solid grasp of market, category, and on- and off-trade dynamics, with the ability to recommend effective in-store activations and mechanics.
- Proven ability to lead innovation projects (from concept to launch) including developing a business case, pricing, packaging, and go-to-market planning.
- Knowledge of social and digital media platforms, content performance metrics, and best practices.
- Consumer focused, with a strong interest in understanding evolving wine consumption occasions and category trends.
- Well organised and able to manage several priorities and deadlines independently, with strong time management skills.
- Willingness to learn, with a proactive, self-driven approach and the confidence to take ownership.
- Strong communication skills in English, both written and verbal.
Job Summary
- Define brand objectives and lead the development and execution of consumer-focused brand plans for the wine brands in your portfolio, translating these into clear communication, innovation, and activation plans.
- Contribute to the refinement and delivery of long-term portfolio strategy alongside the Marketing Executive.
- Build and strengthen brand equity through clear, differentiated positioning and consistent execution across consumer touchpoints.
- Contribute to the development and management of price hierarchies, pack and portfolio ladders, and market-specific positioning.
- Monitor and interpret consumer trends and perceptions to inform brand decisions.
- Provide monthly internal reports on brand/category performance.
- Track key competitors and measure performance (share, pricing, marketing activities, innovations) to identify opportunities.
- Lead innovation projects from concept through to launch, ensuring commercial viability and brand alignment.
- Oversee brand financials, including P&L tracking, A&P budget management, inventory planning, and COGS efficiency.
- Analyse brand performance data to deliver actionable recommendations and achieve business targets.
- Collaborate with customer marketing, local/international commercial teams, and distributors to ensure focused activity and alignment on brand strategies.
- Ensure effective management and evaluation of ROI on A&P investment.
Preference will be given to suitably qualified candidates from under-represented groups aligned with our Employment Equity Plan
Closing date: 10 February 2026
Should you not hear from us within one month of the closing date of the advert, kindly regard your application to have been unsuccessful.
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