Brand Manager Job Summit area,New Jersey USA,Management

Global Innovation Brand Manager

The Global Innovation Brand Manager will lead new product development and deployment and be responsible for innovation strategy and communication for Face Care.

Key Responsibilities:

Co-develop the strategic direction and global innovation pipeline for the business in collaboration with Innovation team. Develop and deploy all aspects of product innovation in a highly cross-functional environment
Own ideation and concept phase by translating consumer insights and trends into strong product ideas in close collaboration with market research
Lead execution of innovation projects in close collaboration with R&D, packaging engineering, finance, supply chain, designers and agencies among other business partners to develop new products, claims, and comms from project definition, briefing, and development to execution.
Proactively identify emerging trends, have strong outside-in mindset with expertise in skin care category, competitive landscape and social conversation
Collaborate with Finance, Supply Chain and Project Management to ensure new products deliver on growth, revenue and profitability goals
Deploy innovation to regions; develop product launch toolkits that excite local marketing teams and retailers
Develop deep understanding of key global markets, with US as lead market.
Track record of identifying white space opportunities, creating innovation and the ability to translate consumer insights into new product and/or claims is required.
Proven track record of developing and executing successful brand strategies and communication plans
Experience in beauty category strongly preferred
Experience in product innovation highly preferred
Superior communication, story-telling, project management skills and an ability to influence without authority is required
Strong leadership and team management skills
Experience leading in a matrix environment and cross-functional teams is required
Excellent analytical and strategic thinking abilities
Demonstrated financial acumen in making effective business decisions is required

A minimum of 5 years of experience in marketing, with a focus on brand management and innovation. Must have experience in beauty such as skincare, makeup or haircare. Bachelor's degree in Marketing or related field, MBA preferred.