Brand Strategy & Growth Associate - On-Site in Chicago

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

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

PTO

Job summary

Ferrara in Chicago is seeking an Associate Brand Manager to oversee day-to-day management of the brand portfolio and support the development and execution of commercial activities. You will help optimize sales, profitability and competitive position while collaborating across functions to advance growth.

The role emphasizes hands-on brand leadership, in-person teamwork, and the ability to deliver go-to-market launches in a fast-paced consumer goods environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required.
• MBA preferred (management or marketing).
• Minimum 3+ years of marketing experience in a US consumer goods company.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Experience with IRI or Nielsen data is a plus.
• Proficiency with SAP is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deploy short- and long-term brand strategy.
• Support portfolio plan with insights and analyses.
• Identify growth opportunities and go-to-market plans.
• Manage portfolio profitability and forecasting.
• Collaborate with Channel Marketing and Category teams on selling stories.
• Plan and execute shopper and consumer marketing campaigns.

Skills

Marketing experience

Project management

Communication skills

Analytical ability

Agility / learning fast

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

MBA preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

IRI or Nielsen

SAP

Job description

Ferrara in Chicago is seeking an Associate Brand Manager to oversee day-to-day management of the brand portfolio and support the development and execution of commercial activities. You will help optimize sales, profitability and competitive position while collaborating across functions to advance growth.

The role emphasizes hands-on brand leadership, in-person teamwork, and the ability to deliver go-to-market launches in a fast-paced consumer goods environment.