Senior Brand Manager

Role Overview

Define and lead the brand and portfolio strategy, setting a clear vision and growth roadmap aligned with business objectives. Manage product portfolio and proactively identify key levers to positively impact P&L. Adjust strategy as necessary to achieve revenue, volume, and margin targets. Lead the development and execution of Integrated Marketing plans across all channels, including advertising, digital, in-store, and partnerships. Oversee development of insight‑driven innovation pipeline for the branded portfolio – managing from concept through launch in market.

Oversee internal resources and external agencies tasked with creating effective content and campaigns. Provide leadership, direction and mentoring to direct reports. Work in close partnership with Sales teams to identify whitespace opportunities and develop compelling sell‑in strategies and materials. Develop exceptional cross‑functional relationships to ensure overall commitment to portfolio. Influence and align senior cross‑functional stakeholders (Finance, R&D, Supply Chain, Operations) to deliver integrated business solutions.

Oversee agency partners and internal teams to deliver high‑impact, insight‑driven marketing programs. Manage budgets and investments strategically, ensuring effective allocation of resources to maximize ROI. Monitor brand health and performance metrics, proactively identifying risks and opportunities and adjusting strategies accordingly.

Available for travel (10%).

• Agility & Resilience: Navigates ambiguity and complexity with confidence, adapting strategies in a dynamic environment.
• Curiosity & Growth Mindset: Actively seeks new ideas, perspectives, and continuous learning opportunities.
• Talent Development &
  
  Coaching:
  
  Builds, develops, and empowers high‑performing teams through coaching and mentorship.
• Situational Adaptability: Adapts approach and attitude in real time, according to the changing demands of different solutions.
• Drives Engagement: Creates a climate where people are motivated to do their best to help the organization achieve its objectives.
• Ensures Accountability: Holds self and others accountable to meet commitments.
• Manages Complexity: Makes sense of complex, high quantity, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems.

• Bachelor's level degree, preferably in business or marketing. MBA preferred. A combination of education, training, and experience that results in demonstrated competency to perform the work may be substituted.
• 10+ years marketing/category management experience;
  Consumer Packaged Goods experience preferred.
• Experience leading omnichannel programs and cross‑category brand partnerships is a plus.
• Excellent organizational and communication (written and oral) skills.
• Strong computer skills – MS Office, Excel, PowerPoint.
• Experience driving insights from syndicated data (e.g., Nielsen, Circana) and primary/secondary research.