Senior Brand Manager

Colgate-Palmolive Company; Gauteng; Hybrid; ZAR 400 000 - 500 000; Full time

Job summary

A global consumer products company is seeking a Senior Brand Manager in Johannesburg to lead Protex's brand growth plans and innovation strategies. The ideal candidate will have at least 6 years of marketing experience, focusing on innovation and collaboration with cross-functional teams to enhance market performance. This role offers an excellent opportunity for career advancement in a diverse and inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years of relevant marketing experience, preferably with innovation.
• Experience with managing relationships in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to manage complex projects and external suppliers.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Protex brand and develop growth plans.
• Interact with global marketing and cross-functional teams.
• Track performance and identify growth opportunities.

Skills

Brand strategy development

Cross-functional teamwork

Innovation management

Digital campaign development

Job description

No Relocation Assistance Offered Job Number# - Midrand, Gauteng, South Africa

Overview

Colgate-Palmolive Company is a global consumer products company operating in over countries specializing in Oral Care, Personal Care, Home Care, Skin Care, and Pet Nutrition.

Our products are trusted in more households than any other brand in the world, making us a household name!

Join Colgate-Palmolive, a caring, innovative growth company reimagining a healthier future for people, their pets, and our planet.

Guided by our core values—Caring, Inclusive, and Courageous—we foster a culture that inspires our people to achieve common goals.

Together, let's build a brighter, healthier future for all.

We are excited to invite applications for the Senior Brand Manager position to support our Africa Eurasia Division Personal Care Marketing department.

The job will be located in Johannesburg.

Job Summary

The person will be part of an international group working on Brand Innovation & Communication strategy for Africa Eurasia Division for the Personal Care category.

The role reports into the Personal Care & Home Care Marketing Director.

Responsibilities

Lead the Protex brand: develop the Brand Growth Plan, innovation pipeline and communication plans that will drive growth of our business for the region.

Interact daily with the Global Marketing team, Cross functional teams and Communication agency teams to develop & strengthen our equity building plans.

Lead and coordinate innovation development with R&D, Regulatory, Legal, Supply Chain and Design / Packaging teams leveraging insights and data analytics to build fact-based recommendations.

Develop and execute our Protex innovation and activations plans in partnership with the 3 main Hubs (South Africa, East West Africa & Turkey / Cace) to facilitate best-in-class commercial execution & consistency.

Track in-market performance & financial KPIs to identify new volume / margin growth opportunities.

Qualifications

Minimum 6 years of progressive relevant marketing experience; specific experience on innovation would be preferable.

Functional experience in marketing / implementation of successful marketing plans, new products, digital campaign development.

Experience in managing relationships with senior individuals and within a demanding and fast paced environment.

Experience in managing complex projects and external suppliers.

Seeking for an international career path, open to experiences in different markets and environments.

Our Commitment to Inclusion

Our journey begins with our people—developing strong talent with diverse backgrounds and perspectives to best serve our consumers around the world and fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels a true sense of belonging.

We are dedicated to ensuring that each individual can be their authentic self, is treated with respect, and is empowered by leadership to contribute meaningfully to our business.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Colgate is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, marital status, veteran status (United States positions), or any other characteristic protected by law.

Reasonable accommodation during the application process is available for persons with disabilities.

Please complete this request form should you require accommodation.

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