Assistant Brand Manager

Job description

· Excellent potential for growth and development
· One of the world's largest FMCG, Leaders in Nutrition, Health & Wellness
· Exposure to a broad spectrum of marketing activities and channels

Our Story
At Purina, it's no secret that pets are our passion. Our vision is to be the world's most trusted company in enriching the lives of pets and the people who love them. We're dedicated to improving the health and lifestyle of cats and dogs through quality nutrition and care. Put simply, we believe a healthy pet makes for a happier home and our commitment to dogs, cats and their owners has made us a world leader in pet care.

Behind the success of the Purina brand is a collaborative team of driven, passionate professionals who are committed to delivering best in class initiatives. An opportunity exists for an enthusiastic Assistant Brand Manager with strong organisational abilities to step into the unique Pet Care Category.

Your Opportunity

Providing excellent grounding for an entry level marketer, this unique role offers exposure to end to end brand management, a variety of digital marketing activities, and a diverse range of marketing channels. You will have the opportunity to support the Marketing team with the current and future direction of our key brands.

You will be involved in NPD & brand building projects, monitoring performance (such as sales, market share figures and competitive reviews) and the management of budgets.

Your key responsibilities will be:
· Support with development of brand & activation plans
· Monitor and analyse brand performance metrics including sales volumes, market share trends and competitor activity
· Building strong working relationship with internal stakeholders, including commercial, agency partners and global marketing contacts
· Develop and implement “best in class” launches for NPD and Promotional Activations
· Management and champion of brand assets including image library, digital and global marketing
· Administration of key forms for NPD launches, purchase orders and sampling
What we are looking for in you?
You will be degree qualified (Commerce / Business / Marketing) and ideally has had one year within FMCG Marketing. Excellent communication and strong project management skills are essential and a level of digital experience will be highly regarded.

Ultimately, it will be your innovative approach and ability to work collaboratively on multiple projects that will see you succeed in the role.

Interested? Apply online to register your details. Applicants must be eligible to work in New Zealand.

Nestlé Oceania believes diversity in our business is an asset that impacts the way we think and the way we work together. We are committed to an inclusive workplace that respects all cultures, different ways of thinking and supports our people to perform at their best and develop to their full potential