Ice Cream B&J Assistant Brand Manager, NA

Unilever Brazil; Burlington (VT); Hybrid; USD 69,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a creative and driven Assistant Brand Manager to join their mission of making the best possible ice cream. This role involves collaborating with various teams to develop marketing strategies, manage budgets, and ensure timely product delivery. With a focus on innovation and brand values, this position offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment that values diversity and inclusion. If you have a passion for brand management and consumer insights, this is a fantastic opportunity to make an impact in a beloved company.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Retirement Plans

Flexible Work Hours

Travel Opportunities

Qualifications

• 3-5 years’ experience in marketing, product development, or brand management.
• Strong analytical, project management, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop strategies for shopper marketing and optimize ROI.
• Execute marketing and innovation plans for new product extensions.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Project Management

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Consumer Insights

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business

Bachelor’s degree in Marketing

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description: Assistant Brand Manager at Ben & Jerry’s

Ben & Jerry’s is seeking a creative, driven, empathetic, analytical, and organized Assistant Brand Manager to join our mission of creating progressive change while making the best possible ice cream. The role involves working with the Senior Brand Operations Manager to deliver shopper marketing strategies, brand performance analytics, NPD innovation for Mexico, in-market activations, and product marketing for key extensions beyond the pint. You will collaborate closely with various teams including Brand, R&D, Operations, Marketing, Supply Chain, and Legal to ensure timely product delivery and market support.

Key Responsibilities:

• Shopper Marketing: Develop strategies, manage budgets, and collaborate across teams to optimize ROI.
• Go-to-Market & In-Market Planning: Develop and execute marketing and innovation plans for new product extensions, support forecasting, and manage timelines for successful campaigns.
• Customer & Channel: Assess marketplace opportunities, support customer deliverables, and collaborate on performance assessments.
• Innovation: Support regional innovation projects, ensuring compliance with regulatory and language requirements.
• Brand: Uphold the brand's social mission and contribute to its values-led business model.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, or related field.
• 3-5 years’ experience in marketing, product development, or brand management.
• Strong analytical, project management, and organizational skills.
• Passion for brand, innovation, and consumer insights.
• Experience working in cross-cultural or international environments preferred.
• Excellent communication skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Work Environment & Benefits:

• Hybrid work model; minimum two days in-office per week in South Burlington, VT or Englewood Cliffs, NJ.
• Travel less than 20% as needed.
• Competitive salary range: $69,360 to $104,040, bonus eligible, and comprehensive benefits including health insurance, retirement plans, and more.

Join Us:

If you are excited to craft the future of ice cream, join the Ben & Jerry’s team and be part of a company that values diversity, inclusion, and innovation. We look forward to your application!