Account Director

Recruiter:

Ad Talent

Job Ref:

3843587852

Date posted:

Thursday, June 4, 2026

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

SUMMARY:
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POSITION INFO:

Who are we: We are a leading shopper marketing and activation agency delivering impactful FMCG and retail campaigns across South Africa through integrated consumer engagement solutions.

Who are we looking for:

We are seeking a commercially driven and experienced Account Director with a strong background in BTL, shopper marketing, activations, experiential and promotions.

What will you do:

Lead senior FMCG and retail client relationships as a trusted strategic partner
Manage end-to-end shopper marketing, activation, experiential and promotional campaigns
Oversee campaign execution across retail, wholesale, informal trade, digital and experiential channels
Drive account growth, profitability and new business opportunities
Lead, mentor and develop Account Managers and cross-functional project teams
Manage budgets, forecasting and overall campaign financial performance
Collaborate with creative, operations, staffing and field teams to ensure flawless execution
Ensure delivery of integrated campaigns that meet both brand and business objectives

What will you need:

7–10 years’ experience in shopper marketing, activations, experiential, promotions and BTL experience essential.
Minimum 3 years in a senior client service or Account Director role
Strong FMCG and retail client experience is essential
Proven experience managing national campaigns and field teams
Strong commercial acumen with experience in budgeting and profitability management
Excellent leadership, communication and client relationship management skills
Strong understanding of retail, shopper behaviour and activation environments
Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and deliver under pressure

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