Senior Brand Manager LU / PRINCE (Business & Portfolio) BNL

Mondelez International; Antwerpen; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company car

Flexible working arrangements

International exposure

Job summary

Mondelez International seeks a Senior Brand Manager LU / Prince NL to lead the LU and Prince portfolios across Belgium and the Netherlands within the Benelux region. You will drive end-to-end brand growth, manage the portfolio, and lead a small team, collaborating with R&D, supply chain and sales to scale initiatives.

The role requires 7+ years in FMCG brand marketing, a Master’s in Marketing or related field, and fluency in English plus Dutch or French.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Marketing, Business Administration or related field.
• Minimum 7 years of FMCG brand marketing experience.
• Fluent in English and Dutch or French.

Responsibilities

• Lead brand and portfolio strategy and planning across Benelux.
• Define growth drivers for short, medium and long term.
• Lead end-to-end NPD launches and product commercialisation.
• Manage brand P&L, forecasting and budget allocation.
• Collaborate with R&D, supply chain and sales for execution.
• Partner with central and country teams to align regional strategy.

Skills

Brand management

Market analysis

Cross-functional leadership

Portfolio strategy

Education

Master's degree in Marketing or Business Admin

Job description

Job Description Are You Ready to Make It Happen at Mondelēz International? Join our Mission to Lead the Future of Snacking. Make It With Pride. Join Mondelēz International as Senior Brand Manager LU / Prince (Business & Portfolio) BNL, leading our largest Biscuits & Baked Snacks brand in the Benelux, representing 50% of the category's net revenue. Working with cross-functional teams, you will be responsible for driving brand growth and strengthening the position of LU and Prince in Belgium and the Netherlands, leading end-to-end business and portfolio responsibilities — from category and brand strategy, to portfolio management and innovation — all while developing a strong and engaged team.

What You Need to Know About This Position

LU is one of the most recognised biscuit brands in the Benelux, with a rich heritage and a portfolio that spans everyday treats to iconic sub-brands like Prince. The brand combines strong local relevance with the scale and expertise of Mondelēz International, operating in a highly dynamic and competitive category.

Responsibilities

• Brand / Category Understanding & Consumer Insights
• Analyse market data to monitor category and brand dynamics
• Leverage consumer research to identify emerging needs and opportunities
• Go beyond analysis: transition from data to action by identifying key interventions and translating insights into clear, prioritised next steps
• Define growth drivers for the short, medium, and long term
• Brand & Portfolio Strategy and Planning
• Develop and execute the annual brand plan aligned with regional strategy and local market dynamics
• Define clear brand positioning and growth drivers and articulate them into a clear brand and category strategic vision
• Lead portfolio strategy: designing and implementing a portfolio roadmap that drives sustainable growth
• Play a central role in defining the LU growth model — assess what is working and what is not, identify key growth platforms, and define concrete interventions (e.g. renovation, NPD, iPPA, promo, distribution)
• Manage brand P&L, forecasting, and budget allocation
• Innovation & Product Launches
• Identify growth opportunities based on consumer insights and market trends
• Lead end-to-end new product development and launches (NPD / I2M process)
• Collaborate with R&D, supply chain, and sales to ensure successful commercialisation
• Pricing & Revenue Growth Management
• Develop a deep understanding of brand pricing positioning in the market
• Partner with the RGM team to identify clear pricing strategy and actions
• S&OP / Demand Planning Maintain a clear understanding of IBP business status
• Work with the multifunctional team to identify plans to achieve brand targets
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Act as the single point of contact (SPOC) for all brand and budget-related topics across functions (CP&A, Sales, PCM, Finance)
• Collaborate with central and country teams — particularly France
• Input business understanding, context, and vision into creative briefs to agencies
• People & Organisational Leadership
• Lead and coach a team of 2 Brand Managers (JBM LU/Prince NL and JBM LU/Prince BE)
• Focus on strong talent development and performance management
• Partner with multifunctional teams to drive best-in-class execution of brand and portfolio strategy
• Contribute to the Marketing Excellence and extended Benelux Leadership team culture
• The Senior Brand Manager is responsible for: market share growth, net revenue and margin performance, brand equity metrics, successful innovation rate, and distribution and in-store execution quality.

What Extra Ingredients You Will Bring

• Strategic Thinking & Execution — Solid strategic thinking with strong execution skills: able to move seamlessly from business analysis to defining what to do with it, identifying the key actions, and translating data into clear next steps.
• Communication & Influence — Able to structure recommendations so that stakeholders quickly understand the context, the rationale, and the step needed — whether a decision or a request for support.
• Rigour & Attention to Detail — A natural reflex to cross-check key numbers, spot inconsistencies across documents, and ensure overall accuracy before sharing.
• Consumer-Centric Mindset — Deep understanding of consumer needs; uses insight to shape brand direction and portfolio decisions.
• Brand Building & Creativity — Passion for brand building with strong creative judgement and storytelling ability.
• Financial Acumen — Data-driven decision-making through strong analytical skills and solid P&L management expertise.
• People Leadership — Strong people management skills; experience developing talent and working in a matrix organisation.
• Growth Mindset — Autonomy, resilience, and ability to stay current with new developments including AI, digital commerce, and emerging marketing trends.

Education, Certifications & Requirements

• Education: Master's degree, preferably in Marketing, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Experience: Minimum 7 years of FMCG brand marketing experience, with proven expertise in brand building, portfolio strategy, and new product development.
• Brand & Portfolio: Proven track record in brand and portfolio strategy, pricing, and innovation development; experience defining brand growth models and translating long-term strategy into concrete short-term interventions.
• Market Knowledge: Local Benelux market knowledge and experience preferred; experience managing localised brands with high autonomy preferred.
• Languages: Fluent in English and either Dutch or French.

What We Offer

• A dynamic, international work environment with iconic global brands
• Real ownership and accountability from day one
• A collaborative, people-first culture that celebrates curiosity and learning
• Competitive compensation package and comprehensive benefits, including company car
• Opportunities for regional and global career growth within Mondelēz
• Flexible working arrangements and a focus on wellbeing

The responsibilities of this position are performed within the framework of a regional business model that is defined and managed by Mondelēz Europe GmbH, Switzerland. No Relocation support available

Job Type Regular Brand & Portfolio Management Marketing

Business Unit Summary

What makes working at Mondelēz International so special? Many things. The iconic brands and global nature of our business. The continuous innovation and endless opportunities to grow. The chance each day, to put a smile on people's faces.

We are the world's leading maker of chocolate, biscuits, candy and gum with outstanding brands like Alpen Gold, Oreo, Milka, Yubileynoye and Halls. Mondelēz International is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

We have a rich portfolio of strong brands – both global and local. Including many household names such as Oreo, belVita and LU biscuits; Cadbury Dairy Milk, Milka and Toblerone chocolate; Sour Patch Kids candy and Trident gum.

We are proud to hold the number 1 position globally in biscuits, chocolate and candy as well as the No. 2 position in gum.

At Mondelēz International, our purpose is to empower people to snack right through offering the right snack, for the right moment, made the right way. That means delivering a broader range of delicious, high-quality snacks that nourish life's moments, made with sustainable ingredients and packaging that consumers can feel good about.