Brand Manager at iHuman Resource Consulting Ltd (iHR)

PURPOSE OF THE JOB:

 Our client is looking to hire abrand manager,this position is responsible for providing leadership in building brands, assessing consumer and business conditions, and developing and executing category and brand strategies to achieve business objectives (financial and marketing) for the brands within the Foods Category

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and implement Brand Marketing and Communication strategy for the brand to grow and sustain brand performance and profitability.
• Identifying, analyzing, and understanding market trends (Consumer & Market) and translating them to the marketing brand strategies
• Develop the financial budgets (Net Invoice Value, Gross Margins, Advertising & Promotions, and Marketing Contribution)
• Develop and manage A&P Activities as per the developed brand plans and mix plans. ensuring proper visibility of the brand while growing brand equity, awareness, and visibility
• Managing Research and Development for New Product Development in line with a 5-year horizon that focuses on growing the brand
• Possess a deep understanding of the consumer, developing insights into ideas that drive growth
• Developing and managing the pricing strategy and review quarterly, half-yearly or annually as per the market situation.
• Defining the Route to market, monitoring sales through the different channels as well as distribution by region
• Product portfolio management by brand using the Boston Matrix
• Managing the product life cycle
• Monitoring, controlling, and reporting brand performance through brands health Indicators and key consumer KPIs
• Understanding & applying relevant external environment factors including consumer insights and competitor activity
• Efficient and effective demand forecasting to ensure optimum market supply
• Supporting effective execution of trade Marketing plans
• Margin improvement initiatives and ensuring a healthy brand P&L
• Leading collaboration with advertising, and research companies among other partners to ensure the realization of the company objectives
• Export business development

QUALIFICATIONS:

• A degree in Business, Marketing or another related field  
• At least 4 years proven experience as a brands management, FMCG preferred or manager in marketing and/or advertising.
• Strong leadership skills and the ability to influence
• Strong execution skills with proven experience in multiple project management and execution
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work well with diverse, cross functional teams