Marketing Coordinator Mr Price

Company Overview

Join the Mr Price team as a Marketing Coordinator and play a key role in supporting a dynamic brand while gaining exposure to exciting marketing initiatives in one of South Africa’s leading retail brands.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive administrative support to Marketing Leadership and the broader marketing team.
• Manage complex calendars, scheduling meetings, workshops, leadership reviews, and cross-functional engagements.
• Coordinate domestic and international travel arrangements, including:
  • Flights
  • Accommodation
  • Transportation
  • Visas
  • Travel itineraries
  • Expense reconciliation
• Be the culture champion of our team by:
  • Organizing and supporting team offsites, events, internal engagements, conferences, and marketing activations.
  • Acting as custodian of the Culture Club and planning team culture initiatives.
  • Organizing team days, including strategy sessions and engagement-oriented sessions.
• Coordinate the weekly Marketing Team Huddle, handling:
  • Weekly deck template
  • Chasing content from the leadership team ahead of deadline
  • Supporting on-the-day logistics
• Coordinate with agencies, suppliers, vendors, and external partners to ensure timely delivery of marketing activities.
• Maintain and manage marketing team distribution lists, SharePoint sites, Teams channels, and collaboration platforms.
• Prepare agendas, presentations, and meeting materials, while capturing meeting notes and action items.
• Track actions and follow-ups from leadership meetings until completion.
• Prepare materials, briefing notes, and pre-reads for the Marketing Director as needed.
• Develop and maintain organizational systems, documentation, and records to support operational excellence.
• Prepare reports, dashboards, and administrative summaries for leadership reviews.
• Anticipate leadership needs and proactively identify opportunities to improve efficiency, processes, and team effectiveness.
• Develop basic briefs for designers and copywriters on marketing collateral, ensuring alignment with the seasonal marketing strategy.
• Collaborate with Brand and Ecommerce teams to keep digital and social calendars up to date.
• Conduct monthly competitor analysis, trend research, and presentations.
• Coordinate onboarding logistics for new team members.
• Coordinate team recognition moments (birthdays, work anniversaries, milestones).
• Provide backup/cover support across administrative functions when required.
• Support ad hoc special projects for the Marketing Director and leadership team as required.
• Develop relationships and engage with relevant key stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Relevant marketing qualification.
• Minimum of 1-2 years of experience in a similar role.
• Experience in calendar and executive schedule management.
• Proficiency in travel and event management.
• Knowledge of budget and expense administration.
• Ability in project coordination and stakeholder management.
• Experience in vendor and agency management.
• Familiarity with Microsoft 365 tools (Outlook, Teams, PowerPoint, Excel, SharePoint).
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
• Discretion and sound professional judgment in handling confidential information.
• Experience in traditional and digital marketing.
• Basic understanding of marketing fundamentals.
• Ability to work and think strategically.
• Attention to detail.
• Excellent written, verbal communication skills, and strong numerical ability.
• Team player mentality.
• Candidate must have a vehicle.

Mr Price Group is an equal opportunity employer, committed to Employment Equity.

How to Apply

Applications close on 23 October 2026. Apply before the closing date to avoid missing this opportunity.