Category Brand Manager, Candy

Job Number: 1614582 Job Description

Supports the execution of category activation marketing strategy/plan within the cluster/ market. The role leverage links between the cluster/market and the category. The role works closely with the Market Sales teams to deliver plan through superior consumer and customer activation

Principal Accountabilities / Responsibilities

Supports the execution and performance of annual category marketing plans in the country / cluster aligned with the category strategy for P&L delivery with a monthly / quarterly and annual horizon.
Implements superior consumer and customer activation of agreed brand equity , renovation and innovation 4-2-1 ‘s
Implements the IMC programs, working with  BU category activation , agencies, and drive local adaptation of brand  communication
Manage connection & media planning and buying locally
Ensure effective working relationships and cross functional alignment of the category marketing plans with RCT, Sales (Category Planning & KAM) CI, CS&L and Finance and agency leadership  to ensure effective in market brand activation in accordance with brand plans, activation strategy, schedule and calendar
Manages required investment, prioritization, resources and enablers in order to deliver category targets
Collaborates with the Equity &Innovation teams to develop  insight led and  strategically relevant communication that drive brand health and  category growth within the cluster/market
Feedbacks into product development and service offers; collaborate to create, launch and track performance of product and service offerings in our markets
Manages marketing spend budgets & improve profitability (ROI) across the cluster/market
Understands local Sales capacity execution capability and coordinate with Category Lead and market GM’s on cross category priority alignments.
Typically works with a timeframe for less than 12 months

Qualifications  Knowledge including: education, qualifications and training:   Education

University degree
Excellent Knowledge of English language
Strong PC literacy (Excel, PP)

Skills General:

Strong people management skills
Communication skills
Idea Leadership and Drive for Results
Handling Complexity, problem solving, analytical and conceptual skills
Business Acumen, Organizational agility
Project leadership skills
Strong planning skills

Experience

Minimum of 5 years’ experience in blue chip multinational FMCGs in Brand Management
Demonstrable experience in execution of outstanding marketing programmes based on consumer insights.
In-depth understanding of consumer needs
Influencing senior teams.

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