Junior Brand Manager

Responsibilities:

·  Execute the activities stipulated in the brand plan to ensure that brand objectives are achieved & in line with brand strategy and corporate guidelines

·  Commission research and rigorously analyze data to ensure brand issues are understood and corrective action identified

·  Monitor, control and report brand support expenditure to ensure brand profit objectives are achieved

·  Proactively drive communication between Digital and Trade Marketing to ensure the cycle plan is effectively executed

·  Cooperate with external agencies (Creative, Media, Event, PR agencies) to ensure brand programs are performed with required quality and agreed cost & timescales

·  Employ innovation in products and processes in order to achieve competitive advantage

·  Apply best practice in brand management to optimize efficiency and effectiveness

·  Support product development / improvement initiatives in close cooperation with Product Community / NPI

·  Lead communication materials development and production  

Requirements:

·  Higher education

·  2 years of brand marketing experience in FMCG sector

·  English - advanced level

·  Strong project management and analytical skills

·  Pro-activeness and ability to handle multiple priorities within tight deadlines

·  Advanced understanding of marketing principles

·  Demonstrate an interest and awareness of product development, trade and consumer insights, communication strategy

·  Fast-learner

·  Ability to think/operate strategically and making things happen

·  Good communication/interpersonal skills

·  Ability to work independently and in the team