Global Assistant Brand Manager – Oral Care

Job description

Position: Global Assistant Brand Manager – Oral Care
Area of Focus: Marketing
Location: 100VE
Salary: Competitive
Terms: Local


Background of role

Oral Care is a key category within Personal Care and the fastest growing one in 2017. One of the key pillars that will shape the future of the category is the natural trend and we see an opportunity to further drive growth in this area.
This role gives a unique opportunity to participate in the creation of new mixes on naturals and in the development of their support models. This is an exciting role for people wanting to develop strong brand development skills and wanting to stretch themselves with a high profile / fast-paced project

Who you are & what you'll do

We are seeking someone who:
· Is a self-starter with an entrepreneurial mind-set, comfortable to work through uncertainties and to learn by doing
· Is passionate to drive and explore new things
· Is keen on understanding consumers and trends, and is able to translate this knowledge to create insightful mixes
· Has solid understanding of digital marketing and digital channels
· Has strong interpersonal skills as a foundation for cross functional team management
· Takes responsibility and accountability for his/her projects and can manage stakeholders


Key accountabilities & deliverables:


· Co-lead with the Global Brand Manager the development of a new mix in the natural space
· Manage the global cross-functional team to deliver the project through tight timings
· Manage and influence stakeholders (this is a high visibility project)
· Work with key markets to ensure their needs and requirements are considered across the mix development
· Work with agencies to build the support model for these mixes
· Work closely with finance to develop the project P&L
· Manage the budget

Key requirements


· Degree educated with at least 2 years demonstrable success in marketing. Will consider others that prove strong project management skills and outstanding consumer understanding
· Clear demonstration of successful team leadership and ability to influence stakeholders
· Experience in or demonstrated passion for Beauty & Personal Care
· Global mind-set with the ability to understand different cultures and work in a multi-cultural environment
· Digital marketing experience is a plus

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