Senior Brand Manager

Colgate-Palmolive; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 400 000 - 500 000; Full time

Job summary

A global consumer goods company is seeking a marketing professional in Gauteng. The role involves leading the Protex brand, developing product innovation plans, and collaborating with global teams to drive market growth. Ideal candidates will have 6+ years of marketing experience, particularly in innovation, and a proven track record in managing complex projects and relationships in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years of progressive relevant marketing experience; specific experience on innovation would be preferable.
• Functional experience in marketing and implementation of successful marketing plans.
• Experience managing relationships with senior individuals in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Protex brand: develop the Brand Growth Plan, innovation pipeline, and communication plans.
• Interact with Global Marketing, Cross-functional teams, and Communication agencies.
• Track in-market performance and financial KPIs to identify new opportunities.

Skills

Marketing experience

Innovation management

Project management

Digital campaign development

Relationship management

Job description

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

Job 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.

Required 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.

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