Junior Brand Manager

Walter & Wild; Whitford; On-site; NZD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food marketing company in Auckland is seeking a Junior Brand Manager to support brand strategies, manage digital presence, and engage with consumers. The ideal candidate has 1-2 years of marketing experience, strong social media skills, and a flair for creativity. Join a dynamic team passionate about food and grow your marketing career in a vibrant environment.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years' marketing experience, preferably in FMCG or consumer brands.
• Strong digital and social media skills, from scheduling posts to creating content.
• Creative flair and detail-oriented design capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Support the development and execution of brand strategies and plans.
• Help bring innovation to life, from concept to launch.
• Manage budgets and external partners.

Skills

Marketing experience

Digital and social media skills

Creative flair

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Commercial curiosity

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Ready to take your first big step in brand marketing?
We’ve got an exciting opportunity for a creative, driven marketer to join our passionate team and make a real impact on one of our biggest food portfolios.

As our Junior Brand Manager, you’ll work alongside an experienced Marketing Manager and get exposure to the full brand journey — from shaping strategy and plans, to launching new products, to creating content that connects with consumers. No two days will look the same, and you’ll quickly gain hands-on experience across brand campaigns, digital engagement, product development, and commercial execution.

What you’ll get to do:

• Support the development and execution of brand strategies and plans.
• Help bring innovation to life — from concept to launch of new products.
• Own and grow our digital presence: create scroll-stopping TikTok and Instagram content, write witty and engaging captions, and build community by responding to messages and comments.
• Manage budgets and external partners while learning the commercial side of brand management.
• Use consumer insights and market data to shape decisions and measure success.
• Get involved in everything from presentations to packaging, and be a true brand champion.

What we’re looking for:

• 1- 2 years’ marketing experience (FMCG or consumer brands a bonus).
• Strong digital and social media know-how — from scheduling posts to creating fresh content that trends.
• Creative flair with an eye for detail and design (bonus points if you’re handy with Adobe Creative Suite).
• Strong consumer focus with the ability to interpret insights and market data.
• Great communicator and collaborator, comfortable working with cross-functional teams and agencies.
• Organised and proactive, able to juggle multiple projects at once.
• Commercial curiosity — keen to understand the numbers behind the brand.

Why join us?
This is a fantastic role if you’re passionate about food and excited to grow your marketing career in a fast-paced, supportive environment. You’ll learn from experienced brand leaders, have real ownership of projects, and see your work on shelves and screens across New Zealand.

Bring your enthusiasm, curiosity, and drive to succeed. Combine that with your passion for food and collaborative spirit — and together, we’ll make great things happen.