Junior Brand Manager- Rajah

Unilever; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

Unilever Foods Southern Africa is seeking a dynamic Junior Brand Manager for the Foods team. Lead brand growth initiatives, manage campaigns, and coordinate cross-functional projects to unlock growth for a leading brand in South Africa.

The role requires a degree in Marketing/Business/Commerce and 3–5 years of FMCG experience in marketing, brand management or digital marketing. Expect a hands-on, collaborative, and fast-paced environment that values purpose-led marketing.

Qualifications

• Degree in Marketing, Business and / or Commerce.
• 3–5 years’ experience in FMCG or related environment, with experience in Marketing, Brand Management and/or Digital Marketing.

Responsibilities

• Support the development and execution of the brand growth strategy.
• Lead and support innovation projects, including new product, pack and format opportunities.
• Develop and execute integrated brand campaigns with creative and media agencies.
• Manage marketing budgets and ensure delivery against plans.
• Support brand planning and translate consumer/market insights into initiatives.
• Identify opportunities to grow the core business and future growth.
• Manage and support brand’s digital and eCommerce strategy.
• Collaborate with Customer Development, Shopper Marketing, Supply Chain, and Finance.

Skills

Ownership mindset

Innovation management

Budget management

Operational delivery

Cross-functional

Customer focus

Brand growth passion

Education

Marketing/Business/Commerce degree

Job description

Join us as: Junior Brand Manager - Rajah

Function: Marketing

Reports to: Rajah Senior Brand Manager

Scope: Local

Location: 61 Katherine Street

Terms & Conditions: Full time

FOODS SOUTHERN AFRICA

Our vision is to be a world class value creating Foods business that delivers consistent category value, by providing affordable, deliciously nutritious foods, powered by trusted strong brands in every South African kitchen, every day.

Job Purpose

Unilever is the place where you can bring your purpose to life with the work that you do – creating a better business and a better world. This is an exciting opportunity for a dynamic and passionate Junior Brand Manager to join the Foods team. We are looking for an independent thinker, with a can-do-spirit to be a part of the journey to unlock growth for this iconic brand. You will lead projects, develop through-the-line launch plans, manage activations, and implement impactful brand campaigns. If this is what you are looking for, then this role is just for you!

What Will Your Main Responsibilities Be

• Support the development and execution of the brand growth strategy.
• Lead and support innovation projects, including new product, pack and format opportunities.
• Develop and execute integrated brand campaigns in partnership with creative and media agencies.
• Manage marketing budgets and ensure effective delivery against agreed plans.
• Support brand planning and translate consumer and market insights into actionable initiatives.
• Identify opportunities to grow the core business while exploring future growth opportunities.
• Manage and support the brand’s digital and eCommerce strategy.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams including Customer Development, Shopper Marketing, Supply Chain, Consumer & Market Insights, Research & Development and Finance.
• Monitor brand and business performance to inform decisions and identify growth opportunities.

Experiences & Qualifications

WHAT YOU WILL NEED TO SUCCEED

• Degree in Marketing, Business and / or Commerce
• 3–5 years’ experience in FMCG or a related environment, with experience in Marketing, Brand Management and/or Digital Marketing

Skills

• Strong ownership and growth mindset, with a proactive, self-starter approach.
• Project and innovation management, and business acumen
• Strong numeracy skills and budget management skills.
• Ability to deliver operationally, while thinking ahead of the long-term growth strategy
• Cross-functional relationship management
• Consumer and customer focus – curiosity, ability to uncover relevant insights and translate these into actionable plans
• A strong passion for growing brands and delivering purpose-led marketing, with the consumer always top of mind

Unilever behaviours

• CARE DEEPLY: We care deeply about how consumers experience our brands every day, everywhere; about our people’s growth and development and our impact on the planet. We care about our performance, to a point where it hurts when we don’t win. It is not just about being nice or avoiding honest conversations about performance and opportunity.
• FOCUS ON WHAT COUNTS: We ruthlessly prioritize what really, really matters, allowing us to do better on fewer things. We set clear and stretching goals and recognize maximum performance impact. It is not about reducing ambition or effort or running after the ‘new and shiny’.
• STAY THREE STEPS AHEAD: We think boldly and creatively to make breakthroughs in performance. We are always curious and confident, anticipating and staying ahead of consumer needs and external trends to beat the competition. It is not taking our eye off the ‘here and now’.
• DELIVER WITH EXCELLENCE: We deliver everything we do with excellence and pace. We take personal ownership and hold each other to account – always finding a way to do what we’ve said we will do. It is not about analyzing the inevitable roadblocks, admiring the problem or tolerating mediocrity.

Unilever is an equal opportunities employer and committed to diversity and inclusivity in the workplace. We are intentional in employing the best talent that reflects the demographics of our country and which will help build representation of currently under-represented groups. We therefore invite applications from all candidates representing diversity of age, sex, disability, sexual orientation, race, religion or belief. When appointing potential candidates, the South African Employment Equity and Broad Based Black Economic Empowerment Legislation will be considered.

We are required by law to verify your ability to work lawfully in South Africa. If you are applying as a foreign national, please note that you may be requested to provide supporting documents supporting this.

Unilever is an organisation committed to equity, inclusion and diversity to drive our business results and create a better future, every day, for our diverse employees, global consumers, partners, and communities. We believe a diverse workforce allows us to match our growth ambitions and drive inclusion across the business. At Unilever we are interested in every individual bringing their ‘Whole Self’ to work and this includes you! Thus if you require any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of your application so that we can support you through your recruitment journey.