Senior Brand Manager - Slough - up to £60K

Senior Brand Manager -Slough- Up to £60K

My client is a global leader in the Consumer healthcare market with a consistent approach to deliver innovative solutions for healthier lives. In the past decade this approach has resulted in exponential growth of market share and the No.1 spot in the majority of markets.

As a Senior Brand Manager you'll be the 'owner of Brand Equity' and responsible delivering specific financial growth objectives for assigned brands through the development and implementation of the annual brand plan. You'll be accountable for leading cross-functional teams in the development and execution of strategies for new advertising campaigns, packaging, trade and consumer promotions, and of course, for achieving great growth on your brand. As an SBM, you'll also manage and develop a brand manager and contribute where relevant, to global category projects.

Responsibilities

* You'll own the brand P&L and be responsible for achievement of financial targets.
* Achievement of defined objectives such as : Market share, penetration / loyalty/ and frequency etc, as relevant.
* You can translate brand values to shopper experience through shopper insights, develop joint promotions, point of sales material and tailor made packaging
* You are passionate about the development of others and will be responsible for the development of the Assistant Brand Manager/Graduate Trainee to Brand Manager level.

* Delivery of NPD projects on time.

* Annually put in place at least 2 new concept/new initiative testing plots to build the business in the long term.

Professional Skills and Competencies

* Educated to a high standard, with successful marketing experience gained in FMCG or OTC and a hunger to become a future business leader.
* Exposure to managing TV advertised brands
* Action-oriented and energetic, with a focused and pragmatic approach to problem solving and driven to achieve even when faced with obstacles.
* Strong conceptual and analytical skills with ability to develop strategies, tactics and measurable implementation
* Ambitious and motivated to take on responsibility in an organisation that provides a high level of autonomy and individual responsibility.
* Leadership and management skills, capable of developing Assistant Brand Manager/Graduate Trainee to Brand Manager level
* Strong interpersonal skills capable of building strong working relationships and influencing and customers and internal teams
* You'll demonstrate financial and commercial acumen when identifying business issues/opportunities
* Strong understanding of sales and marketing strategy and planning issues
* An interest and passion for entrepreneurship is critical. We want you to think outside the box
* Fluent in English with at least one other language preferred; ability to relocate internationally

Opportunity:

Individuals who enter this role are often the future leaders of the business and have a passion for being at the helm of innovation. If you feel you would be interested in discussing this opportunity further please contact Sarra Gwilym on: 0207 758 7311, or forward your CV following the details.To find out more about Real please visit www.realstaffing.com