Innovation Specialist: Adjacencies

Anonymous; Gauteng; Hybride; ZAR 900 000 - 1 200 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Highly competitive salary with exec. +

Comprehensive medical, retirement, and

Wellness benefits

Career advancement and leadership

Hybrid work model

Résumé du poste

Anonymous is seeking a Brand Manager in Sandton, South Africa, to lead innovative FMCG product development and bring new concepts to market. You will work with R&D, consumer insights, sales, and marketing to shape the portfolio and drive growth in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate has 6+ years in brand management, strong analytical skills, and a track record of launching products that achieve market adoption. Hybrid work arrangements support balance and collaboration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business or related field.
• Minimum 6 years' brand management experience in FMCG.
• Proven success launching new products and driving market adoption.

Responsabilités

• Identify and evaluate new product opportunities and market trends within the FMCG landscape.
• Lead the development and launch of new products from concept through to commercialization.
• Conduct thorough market research, consumer testing, and business case development for new initiatives.
• Develop and execute integrated brand strategies and marketing plans for new product launches.
• Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, including R&D, sales, supply chain, and finance.
• Monitor and analyze the performance of new products, making recommendations for optimization.

Connaissances

Brand management

New product development

FMCG industry

Analytical skills

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Marketing or related

MBA or postgraduate degree preferred

Description du poste

Brand Manager

Our client is seeking an innovative and strategic Brand Manager with a passion for new product development to join their dynamic team in Sandton, focusing on FMCG innovation. This role is responsible for identifying market opportunities, developing new product concepts, and bringing them successfully to market. You will work closely with R&D, consumer insights, sales, and marketing teams to shape the future portfolio and drive sustained growth. The ideal candidate is a forward‑thinker with strong analytical skills, a deep understanding of consumer trends, and a proven ability to navigate the complexities of launching new products within the fast‑paced FMCG sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and evaluate new product opportunities and market trends within the FMCG landscape.
• Lead the development and launch of new products from concept through to commercialization.
• Conduct thorough market research, consumer testing, and business case development for new initiatives.
• Develop and execute integrated brand strategies and marketing plans for new product launches.
• Collaborate effectively with cross‑functional teams, including R&D, sales, supply chain, and finance.
• Monitor and analyze the performance of new products, making recommendations for optimization.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business, or a related field; MBA or postgraduate degree preferred.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in brand management, with a strong emphasis on new product development and innovation within the FMCG industry.
• Demonstrated success in launching new products and driving their market adoption.
• Strong analytical, strategic thinking, and problem‑solving capabilities.
• Excellent project management and communication skills.
• Experience working with consumer insights and market research data.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and executive bonus structure.
• Comprehensive medical, retirement, and wellness benefits.
• Significant opportunities for career advancement and leadership development.
• Exposure to cutting‑edge product development and innovation in the FMCG sector.
• Hybrid work model providing flexibility and work‑life balance.