Charles John Newman

Charles John Newman is an experienced marketing and sales professional with a strong background in strategic planning and people management. Currently serving as Head of Marketing and Category at Matus since December 2018, Charles Newman has developed comprehensive product category strategies and led situational analysis to identify growth opportunities. Previous roles include Regional Sales Manager for Hilti South Africa, where responsibility encompassed managing a team of account managers, achieving sales targets, and analyzing market trends. With a foundation in customer service management, Charles Newman has consistently prioritized effective headcount planning, employee development, and process optimization throughout a career that includes significant contributions to multi-channel strategies and product management. Educational qualifications include an Executive MBA from MANCOSA and a Bachelor of Business Administration in Marketing from IMM Graduate School, complemented by a Project Management certificate from Services SETA.