Strategic Partnership Coordinator

Salary: R 35 000,00 – R 40 000,00 CTC per month – depending on experience and inclusive of Medial Aid and Provident Fund

Location: Cape Town (Hybrid)

Overview:

A highly successful and beloved franchise group, is seeking a Strategic Partner Coordinator to join their Marketing Department. This is a brand new role, designed to strengthen their partnerships and ensure they align with the company’s long-term brand objectives. The ideal candidate will be an experienced professional with a knack for building relationships and the agility to coordinate cross-functional initiatives that deliver real value.

The client is an award-winning brand that has been a cherished part of the South African family for decades, known for its warm, welcoming brands and iconic heritage. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is detail-oriented, commercially-minded, and ready to thrive in a fast-paced, franchise-driven environment.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned B2B partners, managing relationships to ensure satisfaction and mutual success.
• Identify and onboard new strategic partners that align with the company’s objectives and values.
• Plan and execute joint marketing activities, including digital, in-store, or outdoor activations where relevant.
• Work closely with internal teams across marketing, operations, and brand to align partnership initiatives.
• Contribute to the development of the overall partnerships strategy.
• Provide regular reports on partnership performance, opportunities, and risks to management and internal teams.
• Manage the partnership budget, ensuring cost-effectiveness and a strong return on investment (ROI).
• Address partner queries and manage escalations effectively, acting as the go-to expert for all partner-related matters.

Requirements:

• A 3-year tertiary qualification (degree or diploma) in Marketing or Business studies.
• At least 4 years of work experience in account management, partnerships, or marketing roles.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
• Excellent organizational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• An analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data and translate insights into actionable strategies.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Excel).
• Familiarity with marketing tools and understanding of the franchise business model is beneficial.
• Understanding of loyalty rewards programs, vouchering, couponing, and usage of wiCodes is also beneficial.

Please note: Due to the high volume of applications, only candidates selected for interview will be contacted. If you don’t 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.

Salt is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.