Senior Brand Manager

Colgate; Gauteng; Hybrid; ZAR 700 000 - 900 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consumer goods company is seeking a Senior Brand Manager in Gauteng. The successful candidate will lead the Protex brand, developing growth and innovation strategies while collaborating with cross-functional teams. Minimum 6 years of marketing experience required, preferably in innovation. This position offers a dynamic environment with opportunities for career development.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years of relevant marketing experience, particularly in innovation.
• Experience with successful marketing plans and digital campaigns.
• Proven ability to manage complex projects and external suppliers.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Marketing Strategy

Brand Growth Planning

Innovation Development

Relationship Management

Data Analytics

Job description

Established in

• as a small soap and candle business in New York City, Colgate-Palmolive is now a truly global company with products sold in over countries and territories under such internationally recognized brand names as Colgate, Palmolive, Softsoap, Irish Spring, Protex, Sorriso, Kolynos, elmex, Tom's of Maine, Sanex, Ajax, Axion, Soupline, Haci Sakir, Suavitel, PCA SKIN, EltaMD, Filorga and Hello as well as Hill's Science Diet and Hill's Prescription Diet.

Colgate-Palmolive is a leading consumer company that serves hundreds of millions of consumers worldwide with brands and products across four core businesses – Oral Care, Personal Care, Home Care and Pet Nutrition.

We are committed to offering products that make lives healthier and more enjoyable, and programs that enrich communities around the world.

Every day millions of people trust our products to care for themselves and the ones they love.

Our goal is to use our technology to create products that will continue to improve the quality of life for our consumers wherever they live.

A career at Colgate-Palmolive is an excellent opportunity if you seek a global experience, constant challenge, and development opportunities in an environment that respects work / life effectiveness.

Travel Required : up to 10% of time

Posting Start Date : 9 / 9 / 25

Hybrid

No Relocation Assistance Offered

Job Number# - Midrand, Gauteng, South Africa

Who We Are

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.

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.

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.