Assistant Brand Manager

CREGG; Athenry; On-site; EUR 45,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

CREGG is seeking an Assistant Brand Manager in Athenry, Galway, to support global product launches and brand execution. The role focuses on performance tracking, cross-functional coordination, and maintaining brand standards across regions.

The ideal candidate has a marketing/business degree and 4+ years in product marketing or management, with strong analytical and communication skills and experience with marketing automation tools. Travel up to 10% may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business, or related discipline.
• 4+ years in product marketing or product management.
• Experience with marketing automation tools and project management platforms (Smartsheet desirable).
• Strong analytical and reporting skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate global product launch plans with Brand Manager.
• Prepare launch briefs and regional communication materials.
• Track packaging updates and approvals.
• Review core product assets prior to release.
• Ensure packaging aligns with brand positioning and claims.
• Maintain product performance dashboards and reporting tools.
• Consolidate sales data for analysis and monthly leadership reports.
• Monitor KPIs and identify data gaps and anomalies.
• Collaborate with regional teams across time zones.

Skills

Analytical skills

Reporting skills

Communication

Collaboration

Organisational skills

Multi-project management

Adaptability

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree (Marketing/Business)

Tools

Marketing automation tools

Smartsheet

Office Suite (Excel/PowerPoint)

Job description

CREGG are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Assistant Brand Manager to join our client's team based in Athenry, Galway. This is a full-time position. The Assistant Brand Manager will support global product launches, performance tracking, and cross-functional coordination to ensure successful brand execution.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the Brand Manager in coordinating global product launch plans.
• Assist in the preparation of launch briefs and regional communication materials.
• Track packaging updates and artwork approvals.
• Support the review of core product assets prior to release.
• Ensure packaging aligns with approved claims and brand positioning.
• Maintain product performance dashboards and reporting tools.
• Consolidate sales and performance data for analysis.
• Prepare monthly summary reports for senior leadership review.
• Monitor KPIs and highlight anomalies or data gaps.
• Analyse and report on competitor performance.
• Coordinate with regional teams to gather updates and feedback.
• Track deliverables across departments to ensure timelines are met.
• Support preparation and documentation of cross-functional meetings.
• Assist with lifecycle planning documentation and processes.
• Update and maintain project tracking tools.
• Develop and update SOPs and work instructions as required.
• Become a super user of internal project management systems.
• Collaborate with global teams across multiple time zones, with flexibility for occasional evening meetings.
• Complete all required company training and adhere to policies and procedures.
• Support additional tasks and projects as assigned.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 4+ years' experience in product marketing or product management.
• Experience with marketing automation tools and project management platforms (Smartsheet desirable).
• Strong analytical and reporting skills.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and organisational abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• High attention to detail with the ability to manage complex information.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work across diverse teams and cultures.
• Adaptable with the ability to manage shifting priorities and ambiguity.
• Willingness to travel up to 10% annually.