Brand Growth & Innovation Manager — Hybrid

Kimberlyclark; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 173,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flex That Works

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Kimberly-Clark's Depend brand seeks a Brand Manager to lead Growth & Innovation in North America. You will drive 3–5 year strategy, manage cross-functional teams, and translate consumer insights into compelling brand narratives and go-to-market plans.

We value a strong marketing foundation, 5+ years in brand management, and the ability to collaborate across functions in a matrix environment. Travel 10–20% is expected, with flexible work options in a hybrid model.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business/marketing; MBA with marketing focus preferred.
• 5+ years’ experience in marketing with brand management.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams in a matrix organization.
• Strong P&L, budgeting, and business planning knowledge.
• Ability to translate insights into brand narratives and PMO-ready plans.

Responsibilities

• Lead brand initiatives for Depend across North America.
• Develop 3–5 year brand strategy and innovation plans.
• Drive cross-functional collaboration among R&E, Product Supply, Design, Sales.
• Create go-to-market strategies linking consumer propositions to retail execution.
• Lead workshops, prepare materials, and manage project governance.
• Promote Design Thinking and agile practices across NA.

Skills

Brand management

Cross-functional leadership

Market insight

Strategic thinking

Travel 10-20%

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business/marketing

MBA preferred

Job description

Kimberly-Clark's Depend brand seeks a Brand Manager to lead Growth & Innovation in North America. You will drive 3–5 year strategy, manage cross-functional teams, and translate consumer insights into compelling brand narratives and go-to-market plans.

We value a strong marketing foundation, 5+ years in brand management, and the ability to collaborate across functions in a matrix environment. Travel 10–20% is expected, with flexible work options in a hybrid model.