NewVine Employment Group

• Drive new enterprise and mid-market business acquisition • Execute outbound outreach via email, phone, LinkedIn, and referrals • Lead discovery conversations to uncover program-level opportunities • Position the company's capabilities in annual and multi-year promotional programs • Manage early-stage sales cycle: prospecting → discovery → qualification → handoff • Collaborate closely with VP of Sales, design, and operations teams

• Work closely with inside sales reps to generate timely, accurate quotes for screen-printing, embroidery, and promotional product jobs. • Follow up on sent quotes to help drive closure and ensure timely responses to clients. • Review customer specifications, art files, and purchase orders to ensure all necessary details are captured in each estimate. • Update quotes as needed based on client changes, ensuring version control and accuracy. • Maintain and organize quote logs, keeping track of job status and communication timelines. • Liaise with production, purchasing, and art departments to validate feasibility, timelines, and pricing where needed. • Provide clear, concise communication to sales and internal teams regarding updates or required revisions. • Assist in identifying pricing inconsistencies or opportunities for margin improvement.

• Build the Convenience Channel from the Ground Up: Develop and execute the national convenience channel strategy, including distribution, placement, pricing, and promotional plans. • Identify, prioritize, and secure new chain authorizations with national and regional convenience retailers. • Build relationships with key buyers, category managers, and decision-makers across the convenience landscape. • Establish scalable go-to-market strategies that accelerate growth. • Own Key Accounts End-to-End. Lead all aspects of strategic account management for national and regional convenience chains. • Pitch, negotiate, close, and expand new business opportunities. • Develop joint business plans that drive mutual growth and long-term partnerships. • Manage account performance, including revenue, profitability, velocity, promotions, and execution standards. • Strategic Leadership with Tactical Execution: Balance high-level strategic planning with day-to-day execution. • Conduct regular market and store visits to evaluate performance and identify opportunities. • Build channel playbooks for pricing, promotions, merchandising, and new product launches. • Ensure flawless execution from corporate agreements to store-level reality. • Drive Field Execution Partner with field teams, brokers, distributors, and DSD networks to maximize shelf presence and availability. • Audit stores, gather market intelligence, and resolve execution gaps quickly. • Monitor merchandising compliance, displays, and promotional effectiveness. • Continuously test, learn, and optimize programs in real time. • Data-Driven Growth Management: Use available data sources, including POS data, distributor reporting, store checks, and market insights, to guide decisions. • Track KPIs including distribution gains, velocity, sell-through, and promotional ROI. • Adapt strategy quickly to meet aggressive revenue and growth targets. • Provide regular performance updates and recommendations to senior leadership. • Team Building & Cross-Functional Collaboration: Build and lead a high-performing team to support customer growth and channel expansion. • Collaborate closely with founders, marketing, operations, supply chain, and finance teams. • Support customer needs while aligning internal resources for flawless execution. • Create repeatable systems and processes to scale the channel efficiently.

Welcome! Who Are We? We are a fast-growing promotional products company that partners with brands to create memorable, high-quality merchandise. Our team blends creativity, reliability and strong commercial insight to deliver solutions across corporate gifting, events, and ongoing marketing programmes. We value collaboration, continuous improvement and a customer-first mindset. Role Overview The Social Media Manager will lead our social strategy across owned channels, create compelling content that resonates with diverse audiences, and grow brand awareness while ensuring compliance with local regulations. Reporting to the Head of Marketing, this role will plan and execute social campaigns, manage community engagement, and provide performance insights to drive continuous improvement. Key Responsibilities - Strategy & Planning: Develop and implement an annual social media strategy aligned with brand goals, product launches and regulatory requirements. - Content Creation: Produce high-quality, platform-appropriate content (copy, images, video, reels, stories) that educates, engages and converts. Work with design and creative partners as needed. - Community Management: Own day-to-day community engagement—respond to comments and messages, moderate conversations, and foster a positive brand community. - Campaign Execution: Plan, run and optimise paid and organic campaigns across channels (Instagram, Facebook, X, TikTok, LinkedIn where appropriate). - Analytics & Reporting: Track KPIs, generate regular performance reports and translate insights into actionable recommendations to improve ROI and audience growth. - Cross-functional Collaboration: Work closely with product, sales, customer service and legal teams to align messaging, product launches and customer communications. - Influencer & Partner Management: Identify, onboard and manage partnerships with creators and community partners in line with brand and compliance guidelines. - Continuous Improvement: Stay current with social trends, platform features and industry best practices to keep our approach innovative and effective. Qualifications - 2+ years’ experience in social media management. - Proven ability to create engaging content and grow organic and paid social channels. - Strong copywriting and visual storytelling skills; experience producing short-form video content. - Experience managing paid social campaigns and working with ad platforms, targeting and optimisation practices. - Proficient with social management and analytics tools (e.g., Meta Business Suite, Hootsuite, Sprout Social, Google Analytics, native platform insights). - Excellent stakeholder communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally. - Strong organisational skills, attention to detail and ability to manage multiple campaigns and content calendars. - Degree or diploma in Marketing, Communications, Media or equivalent practical experience is preferred. What We Offer - $1,200 monthly - Opportunities for professional development, training and career progression within a growing industry. - A collaborative, inclusive and purpose-driven work environment. - Flexible working arrangements and support for work–life balance. Work Schedule - Full-time | EST hours - South Africa-based applicants only | Remote We look forward to hearing from you!

• Lead national trade marketing, shaping retailer programs, compliance, and field execution • Develop and deploy retailer programs, merchandising standards, and promotional campaigns • Oversee field execution of cannabis-focused promotions and activations • Collaborate with the CMO, Sales, Creative, and Operations • Track and report on trade performance metrics

• Generate new business through outbound calls, emails, and lead follow-ups. • Manage inbound inquiries and convert leads into customers. • Build and maintain strong relationships with retailers, distributors, and wellness brands. • Educate customers on hemp-derived products, including CBD, cannabinoids, and formulations. • Explain product specifications (COAs, potency, sourcing, compliance). • Maintain accurate records in CRM systems. • Meet or exceed monthly sales targets and KPIs. • Collaborate with marketing and operations teams to support campaigns and promotions. • Stay up to date on industry regulations and trends in hemp/cannabinoids. • Assist with order processing, pricing, and product recommendations.

• Identify and target high-potential national accounts (major distributors, chain smoke shops, CBD retailers, convenience/gas station networks). • Craft tailored pitches highlighting our compliant portfolio’s innovation, quality, and velocity potential. • Negotiate terms, onboard new partners, and leverage your existing book of business to open doors rapidly. • Serve as the primary point of contact for key accounts, building deep relationships through regular check-ins, site visits, virtual calls, and proactive outreach. • Conduct monthly/quarterly business reviews analyzing performance, setting joint goals, and securing commitments. • Monitor inventory levels across key accounts to maintain low out-of-stock rates, forecast demand, and coordinate with operations and 3PL partners for seamless fulfillment. • Drive adoption of the full hemp-compliant portfolio, customizing assortments for maximum placement. • Execute promotional strategies including bundle pricing, buy gets, loyalty programs, and digital/in-store activations to boost velocity both online and on-shelf. • Own HubSpot CRM for your accounts: maintain pipelines, forecasts, and detailed notes; perform data analysis; deliver insightful reports to leadership and accounts.

• Develop and implement an annual social media strategy aligned with brand goals, product launches and regulatory requirements • Produce high-quality, platform-appropriate content (copy, images, video, reels, stories) that educates, engages and converts • Own day-to-day community engagement—respond to comments and messages, moderate conversations, and foster a positive brand community • Plan, run and optimise paid and organic campaigns across channels (Instagram, Facebook, X, TikTok, LinkedIn where appropriate) • Ensure all social content complies with South African regulations and platform policies for hemp and cannabis products; manage approvals and maintain audit-ready records • Track KPIs, generate regular performance reports and translate insights into actionable recommendations to improve ROI and audience growth • Work closely with product, sales, customer service and legal teams to align messaging, product launches and customer communications • Identify, onboard and manage partnerships with creators and community partners in line with brand and compliance guidelines • Stay current with social trends, platform features and industry best practices to keep our approach innovative and effective

• Project manage and coordinate all aspects of supply chain, logistics, and procurement to ensure timely and efficient operations. • Collaborate with cross-functional teams on demand planning and cash flow forecasting to align with production needs and financial goals. • Lead the end-to-end process for setting up new vendors, including vetting, contract negotiations, compliance checks, and integration into our systems (e.g., Acumatica ERP). • Monitor inventory levels, track shipments, and resolve logistical issues. • Support operational efficiency initiatives by analyzing processes, identifying bottlenecks, and recommending improvements in procurement and supply chain workflows. • Create automations within ERP systems to enhance planning capabilities, such as demand forecasting and inventory management. • Work within Google Sheets, our ERP (Acumatica), and project management platforms to streamline data handling and reporting. • Utilize AI tools for generating insights and leveraging AI in day-to-day processes to optimize operations and decision-making. • Prepare reports and dashboards on key metrics such as vendor performance, procurement costs, and supply chain timelines. • Facilitate communication and collaboration among the operations team, ensuring alignment on priorities and deadlines. • Assist in regulatory compliance efforts related to supply chain activities, adhering to industry standards for CPG, packaging, vaporization devices, supplements, and raw materials. • Contribute to strategic projects, such as scaling production for new launches and expanding into new markets.

• Work closely with inside sales reps to generate timely, accurate quotes for screen-printing, embroidery, and promotional product jobs. • Follow up on sent quotes to help drive closure and ensure timely responses to clients. • Review customer specifications, art files, and purchase orders to ensure all necessary details are captured in each estimate. • Update quotes as needed based on client changes, ensuring version control and accuracy. • Maintain and organize quote logs, keeping track of job status and communication timelines. • Liaise with production, purchasing, and art departments to validate feasibility, timelines, and pricing where needed. • Provide clear, concise communication to sales and internal teams regarding updates or required revisions. • Assist in identifying pricing inconsistencies or opportunities for margin improvement.