About the Company
A well-established FMCG company specializing in personal and home care products, committed to innovation, market leadership, and delivering high-quality consumer solutions.
About the Role
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The Group Brand Manager will be responsible for the strategic planning, brand positioning, and execution of marketing initiatives for assigned categories. This role requires strong leadership to guide a high-performing team, drive brand growth, and ensure effective cross-functional collaboration.
Key Responsibilities
- Brand & Marketing Strategy: Develop and execute brand strategies, marketing plans, and sales initiatives to drive category growth.
- Product Innovation: Oversee new product development (NPD) from ideation to launch in collaboration with local and regional teams.
- Market & Competitive Analysis: Analyze market trends, consumer insights, pricing, and competitive landscape to inform brand strategies.
- Campaign Execution: Lead ATL & BTL marketing campaigns, ensuring impactful execution across all channels.
- Financial & Budget Management: Oversee A&P budgets, optimize marketing spend, and drive profitability.
- Team Leadership: Lead and develop a team of marketers, ensuring operational excellence and strategic alignment.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with trade marketing, sales, supply chain, and external partners (agencies, media, and vendors) to achieve business goals.
Requirements
- Education: Degree in Business, Marketing, or related field.
- Experience:
- Minimum 10 years in FMCG brand management, with experience managing multiple categories.
- At least 2 years in a leadership role, overseeing teams and strategic projects.
- Skills:
- Strong brand management expertise, including product lifecycle management and market positioning.
- Excellent project management, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Commercial acumen with experience managing P&L, A&P budgets, and marketing profitability.
- Strong communication, stakeholder management, and leadership capabilities.
- Ability to navigate cross-functional teams and external agency relationships effectively.