Marketing Graduate

Closing Date
2026/07/21
Reference Number
PSP260714-3
Job Title
Marketing Graduate
Department
Marketing
Brand
Refinery
Reporting To Position
Manager
Job Type Classification
Contract
Number of Positions
1
Location – Town / City
Cape Town
Location – Province
Western Cape
Location – Country
South Africa
Job Description
Refinery, a leading division of Pepkor Trading (Pty) Ltd, is seeking to employ a Marketing Graduate to join our marketing team for a 12 months contract to gain exposure in the world of work.

In this role, you will support the effective delivery of marketing activities by coordinating campaigns, content, digital platform updates, and stakeholder communication. You will play a vital role in keeping marketing projects moving through accurate planning and co-ordination and support the marketing team to execute seasonal campaigns.
Qualifications
A relevant Tertiary qualification (Diploma/Degree) in Marketing, Digital Marketing, or a related field
Knowledge, Skills and Experience
Must not be a beneficiary of any SETA funded programme.
0-1 year of experience in digital marketing coordination is highly advantageous. 
Basic working knowledge or academic understanding of Search Ads, Display, Facebook & Instagram Ads, Email Marketing, and Google Analytics 4.
You thrive in the digital world, love new tech integrations, and stay on top of industry changes (Shopify experience is a plus) 
Strong numerical skills with the ability to read and understand general data across various platforms.
Excellent time management, administrative skills, and a strong attention to detail. 
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills both verbal and written.
Capable of juggling multiple tasks, prioritizing effectively, and working collaboratively in a team environment.
A forward-thinking, customer-centric mindset with a passion for continuous learning. 
Partner with internal business functions to support them with decision-making.
Proficient in Google Suite would be an advantage.
Key Responsibilities
Campaign and Content Coordination

Assist in coordinating marketing campaigns across various channels (website, eCommerce, social media, paid media, direct marketing, etc.) in line with the promotional calendar.
Support the implementation of campaign content by ensuring copy, visuals, product info, and digital assets are received, approved, and uploaded timeously.
Help brief internal teams, agencies, and digital partners on campaign requirements.
Operational and Administrative Support 

Provide day-to-day administrative support to ensure the smooth delivery of campaigns and eCommerce activities.
Maintain campaign trackers, schedules, briefs, status documents, and action logs.
Support basic website administration, including coordinating product uploads and promotional updates.
Data Capture and Basic Reporting 

Capture and maintain accurate data regarding campaign progress, eCommerce performance, and customer feedback.
Assist with monitoring basic digital performance indicators (website activity, online sales, engagement metrics) and analyzing trends.
Support the preparation of monthly campaign performance reports and post-campaign reviews.
Purchase Orders and Expense Tracking

Support the processing of purchase orders, invoices, and campaign-related expenses.
Assist with obtaining quotes from suppliers and tracking campaign spend against approved budgets.
Maintain accurate records of financial documentation and liaise with the finance team to resolve any queries.
Scheduling and Communication Support 

Help maintain project timelines, task trackers, and delivery schedules for marketing activities.
Coordinate meetings, follow-ups, and status updates to keep tasks on track.
Ensure clear, timely communication between marketing teams, agencies, web developers, and other business stakeholders.
Team Collaboration and Contribution 

Work collaboratively with eCommerce, customer service, planning, and external agencies to support digital platform execution.
Act as a helpful, reliable, and solution-oriented point of contact for the team.
Share learnings, process knowledge, and campaign insights with team members.