Marketing Operations Manager

Salary: R 40 000,00 to R 50 000,00 CTC per month (depending on experience)

Location: Johannesburg (Hybrid)

Must-have: Hubspot

Overview:

A fast-scaling global SaaS company in the compliance automation space is looking for a tech-savvy, data-driven marketing operations specialist to take ownership of their marketing engine and turn it into a high-performing, fully optimised growth machine. This role is ideal for someone who thrives on building intelligent workflows, improving funnel performance, and leveraging AI and automation to create scalable, high-impact marketing systems.

Duties and Responsibilities:

* Manage and optimise the HubSpot CRM, including workflows, lifecycle stages, segmentation and campaign setup

* Build and implement automated lead nurturing and engagement journeys

* Develop dashboards and reports to track key marketing performance metrics and conversion rates

* Conduct A/B testing and use data insights to improve campaign effectiveness

* Oversee lead flow from acquisition through to sales handover, ensuring data accuracy and proper scoring models

* Identify manual or inefficient processes and introduce AI-driven and automated solutions

* Maintain integration between marketing platforms to ensure clean, reliable data

* Document processes and create best-practice guidelines for scalability

* Provide technical support and guidance to internal stakeholders on marketing systems

Requirements:

* 2-3 years’ experience in a Marketing Operations / Growth Operations / CRM-focused role

* Advanced hands-on experience with HubSpot (essential)

* Strong understanding of marketing automation, lead lifecycle management and campaign performance tracking

* Proven ability to analyse data and optimise workflows for improved conversion

* Experience working in a B2B SaaS or technology-driven environment is highly advantageous

* Exposure to AI tools and automation platforms (e.g. Make, n8n, Clay or similar) is beneficial

* High attention to detail with a proactive, solutions-driven mindset

* Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate cross-functionally

Please note: Due to the high volume of applications, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. If you do not hear from us within two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful at this time. We thank you for your interest in the role and wish you the best in your career search.

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