Marketing Intern HCB-Professional

Consumer Brands Marketing Online & Digital South Africa, Johannesburg-Bedfordview, Gauteng Full Time Limited
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About this Position

 The Marketing Assistant will support the execution of marketing strategies across Henkel’s Professional Haircare portfolio, including Schwarzkopf Professional, Authentic Beauty Concept, Indola, and STMNT. This role is critical in ensuring seamless coordination of marketing campaigns, trade initiatives, salon activations, and digital content to drive brand growth within the professional salon channel. 

What you´ll do

  • Campaign & Brand Support Assist in the planning, coordination, and execution of marketing campaigns across all brands.
  • Support new product launches, promotions, and seasonal campaigns.
  • Ensure brand guidelines are accurately implemented across all materials and channels.
  • Coordinate the rollout of global initiatives into the local market.

Trade Marketing & Salon Support : 

  • Assist in developing and executing in-salon activations, promotions, and POS materials.
  • Coordinate the distribution of marketing collateral and product displays to salons.
  • Support salon partner engagement initiatives to drive brand awareness and loyalty.
  • Liaise with the sales team to ensure alignment on promotional activities.

Digital & Content Coordination:

  • Support content creation and scheduling for social media and digital channels.
  • Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders (agencies, designers) for content production.
  • Assist in maintaining brand presence across online platforms.
  • Monitor digital campaign performance and compile reports. 
  • Administrative & Project Support:
  • Manage marketing calendars, timelines, and campaign trackers.
  • Assist with budget tracking and processing of invoices.
  • Coordinate logistics for events, education sessions, and photoshoots.
  • Maintain accurate records of marketing assets and materials. 

Market & Competitor Insights

  • Conduct basic market research and competitor analysis within the professional haircare category.
  • Monitor trends in salons, styling, and consumer preferences.
  • Support reporting on campaign effectiveness and provide insights for improvement.

What makes you a good fit

  • Strong organizational and project coordination skills
  • Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities
  • Creative mindset with a passion for beauty and haircare
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Digital savvy (social media, content coordination, basic analytics)
  • Ability to work collaboratively across marketing, sales, and education teams

Some perks of joining Henkel

  • Flexible work scheme with flexible hours, hybrid work model, and work from anywhere policy for up to 30 days per year
  • Diverse national and international growth opportunities
  • Global wellbeing standards with health and preventive care programs
  • Gender-neutral parental leave for a minimum of 8 weeks
  • Employee Share Plan with voluntary investment and Henkel matching shares
  • Subsidised canteen
  • Access to Mental Health & Wellness Programmes

At Henkel, we come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe the uniqueness of all our employees is the power in us. Become part of the team and bring your uniqueness to us! We look for a diverse team of individuals who possess different backgrounds, experiences, personalities and mindsets.

JOB ID: 26097744

Job Locations: South Africa, Gauteng, Johannesburg-Bedfordview

Contact information for application-related questions: recruitment.ssa@henkel.com

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Sobre a Henkel

Com base num forte legado de cerca de 150 anos, estamos a liderar o caminho para reimaginar e melhorar a vida todos os dias. Hoje e para as próximas gerações. Através das nossas marcas e tecnologias inovadoras e sustentáveis, e das nossas equipas em todo o mundo. A Henkel ocupa posições de liderança em negócios industriais e de consumo: o nosso portfólio inclui reconhecidos produtos de cuidado capilar, detergentes e amaciadores para roupa, bem como adesivos, selantes e revestimentos funcionais. 

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