Position Title: Lead Brand Manager

Client Details:

Our client is Canadian Firm who is a leader in the Health Science Nutrition Consumer Package Goods industry with concentration in Health, Nutrition and Fitness with some of the most recognizable brands in the market.

Key Summary:

As part of the Management Team, the Brand Manager will play a key role in the execution of business strategy and corporate initiatives. Brand Manager will have full responsibility to manage the day to day operations related to the brand they represent; and manage and provide leadership to the team.

Main Job Responsibilities:

Assist in the development, implementation, and achievement of departmental objectives
Understand departmental needs and business requirements to deliver projects on schedule and within budget
Work cross-functionally with multiple teams within the organization (i.e. Operations, Sales, Finance, Scientific Affairs)
Develop and analyze sales programs, help investigate formula adjustments that yield improved margins while maintaining or enhancing product quality
Development of key category and brand strategies including marketing plans
Ensuring category objectives are met, i.e. new product innovation (agreed with marketing plan)
Review pricing of products and analyzing the potential profitability; establish the product pricing strategy for all retailers
Market Research – external focus through marketing research and competitive intelligence including:
Leading brand analytics, SOM analysis, category measures
Managing external market research in support of brand marketing plans, i.e. new product innovation research (focus groups, etc.)
Processes:
Support CPG brand development processes with marketing plan templates, etc.
Track performance of brands included with respective brand category
Analyze monthly P&L, present findings to Executive team, and take action to drive profitable growth on brand
Lead, coach, and train the team consistent with company policies, guidelines, and standards
Challenges the status quo and looks for innovative ways to continually improve processes
Other role related duties as assigned

Location:
Oakville/Mississauga Border (Located right Off of QEW Exit)

Salary:
Based on Experience, Matching Pension, 100% Health/Dental Coverage Day 1, Free Gym

Requirements:

Post-Secondary Education in Business Administration, Sales, Marketing or related field
5+ years of brand and/or management experience preferably within a consumer packaged goods environment
Highly developed quantitative business analysis skills
A strong understanding of the diet and sports markets
Strong copywriting and presentation skills
Proactive and able to continuously manage change in an extremely fast paced, energetic work environment
Leadership and coaching skills; outstanding communication and problem-solving skills
Proficient in the use of MS Office Suite

Perks

World class gym, fitness classes and external basketball court
Community involvement through charitable events
Competitive compensation package
100% Group Health & Dental Coverage
Employee Assistance Program
Company RRSP Matching
Paid vacation & 5 personal days
Work from Home Flexibility Post Covid
Employee Engagement Events
Subsidized Café
Product & Swag from our industry leading brands
Professional career development
Opportunities for Global career exposure without the need to relocate!

ID7768 - Brand Manager