Marketer – Bulk Meat Industry x1

Job Details

Job Title: Marketer – Bulk Meat Industry
Job Type: Permanent
Industry: Livestock
Location: Parys, Free State
Minimum Qualification: Bachelor’s Degree (Marketing, Business Management, or Supply Chain)
Computer Skills Required: CRM, Facebook Ads, MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
Status: Available

Overview

The Marketer in the Bulk Meat Industry will drive marketing initiatives, sales growth, and brand awareness for bulk meat products. The role is both strategic and hands-on, requiring a solid understanding of the livestock sector, strong communication, and the ability to execute marketing campaigns. This position involves client interaction, industry networking, and collaboration with internal teams to ensure product delivery and customer satisfaction.

Job Description

The position entails developing and executing marketing strategies that promote bulk meat products within the livestock industry. The Marketer will conduct market research, identify growth opportunities, engage stakeholders, and oversee marketing campaigns including events, advertising, and product promotions. Monitoring performance metrics, reporting results, and staying current with industry trends are also key responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and implement marketing strategies for bulk meat products.
Conduct market research to identify trends, customers, and opportunities.
Build and maintain relationships with farmers, wholesalers, retailers, and other stakeholders.
Plan and execute marketing campaigns, including advertising, promotions, and events.
Create marketing materials such as brochures, flyers, and online content.
Organize and attend industry events, trade shows, and conferences.
Conduct product presentations and demonstrations.
Collaborate with production and sales teams to ensure timely delivery and client satisfaction.
Provide training and support to sales team members on product knowledge.
Coordinate with external agencies and vendors for marketing initiatives.
Track marketing performance and provide reports to management.

Key Skills & Competencies

Strong knowledge of the livestock and meat industry.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Creative thinking and ability to develop innovative marketing strategies.
Proficiency in market research and data analysis.
Strong organizational and project management skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and marketing software tools.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
Flexibility to travel for client meetings, events, and trade shows.

Inherent Requirements

Deep understanding of livestock farming practices, animal breeds, and production processes.
Ability to develop and execute effective sales and marketing strategies.
Strong negotiation skills to secure favorable deals with clients and suppliers.
Analytical thinking for market trends and data-driven decisions.
Excellent time management to handle multiple tasks and deadlines.
Teamwork skills to coordinate with internal departments (production, quality control, distribution).
Adaptability to changing market conditions, regulations, and consumer preferences.