Brand Manager

The business is a leading distributor of instantly recognisable branded health and beauty products, with a strong presence across Grocery, Convenience, Pharmacy and Wholesale channels. The business is seeking a talented Brand Manager to manage a portfolio of healthcare brands and drive their growth.

Responsibilities

Develop the company's brands in the market; work with agencies to develop creative executions for the brand in the UK including OOH and digital; manage all PR and sponsorship activities; lead agreed new product launches, delivering on time and on budget; assist with management of all brand expenditure; work with the category manager for thorough analytics of all marketing activity, measuring effectiveness and optimising campaigns; collaborate with the brand owner's Country Manager and colleagues to develop marketing and trade marketing plans; ensure thorough understanding of product categories to spot growth opportunities; analyze past and current competitor activity; develop, execute, and report on trade marketing plans; assist fellow Brand Manager in creating briefs for advertising, media, point of sale, and packaging design agencies; oversee implementation of marketing and trade marketing plans; provide clients with monthly and quarterly business updates on brand progress and performance; monitor monthly budget expenditures; coordinate with logistics to ensure continuity of supply; create and maintain customer presentations; support sales teams with brand updates and marketing expertise; take responsibility for sales and profit forecasts

Requirements

Currently operating at Assistant Brand Manager, Junior Brand Manager, or Brand Manager level; relevant and recent marketing experience in a consumer-facing role; recognized marketing qualification such as CIM

Nice to have

Strong understanding of grocery and/or pharmacy trade sectors; experience in Health & Beauty, OTC, or licensed medicines; familiarity with highly regulated markets; marketing degree

Benefits

Competitive basic salary; 15% bonus; company car or car allowance; healthcare; pension; wider benefits