Associate Brand Manager – Iconic Snacks Growth & Launches

Ferrara Candy Co.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 112,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Benefits package

Job summary

Ferrara Candy Co. is seeking an Associate Brand Manager to lead day-to-day brand portfolio management, from strategy development to execution of commercial activities, to optimize sales and profitability.

The role requires in-person attendance most of the workweek (3+ days) to support effective communication, supervision, problem-solving, and cross-functional initiatives. You will work with the marketing team to develop and deploy short- and long-term brand plans, collaborating with R&D,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree, or equivalent experience.
• MBA preferred (general management or marketing).
• 3+ years of marketing experience in a US Consumer Goods company.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• SAP and IRI or Nielsen experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to brand portfolio management and strategy execution.
• Support development and execution of commercial activities to optimize sales.
• Collaborate across functions to improve profitability and competitive position.

Skills

Project management

Analytical skills

Creative problem solving

Learning agility

Independent work

Fast-paced environment

Education

Bachelor's degree

MBA preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

SAP

IRI

Nielsen

Job description

Ferrara Candy Co. is seeking an Associate Brand Manager to lead day-to-day brand portfolio management, from strategy development to execution of commercial activities, to optimize sales and profitability.

The role requires in-person attendance most of the workweek (3+ days) to support effective communication, supervision, problem-solving, and cross-functional initiatives. You will work with the marketing team to develop and deploy short- and long-term brand plans, collaborating with R&D,