Senior Brand Manager

Colgate; Midrand; Hybrid; ZAR 650 000 - 850 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consumer products company in Midrand is looking for a Senior Brand Manager to support its Personal Care marketing efforts. This role involves leading the Protex brand, working with diverse teams to develop marketing strategies, and focusing on innovation to drive growth. The ideal candidate will have over 6 years of relevant experience in marketing, proficiency in digital campaigns, and the capacity to manage complex projects. This position offers a chance to work in a dynamic environment fostering inclusivity and career growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years of progressive relevant marketing experience.
• Experience in implementing successful marketing plans and digital campaign development.
• Ability to manage relationships with senior individuals in fast-paced environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Protex brand and develop the Brand Growth Plan.
• Interact with global and cross-functional teams to strengthen brand equity.
• Coordinate innovation development with R&D and design teams.

Skills

Digital Marketing

Marketing

Management Experience

Profit & Loss

Analysis Skills

Microsoft Powerpoint

Market Research

Project Management

Product Management

P&L Management

Product Development

Branding

Job description

No Relocation Assistance Offered

Job Number#169074 - Midrand Gauteng South Africa

Who We Are

Colgate-Palmolive Company is a global consumer products company operating in over 200 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 valuesCaring Inclusive and Courageouswe foster a culture that inspires our people to achieve common goals. Together lets 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 Rresponsibilities :

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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Our Commitment to Inclusion

Our journey begins with our peopledeveloping 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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Required Experience :

Manager

Key Skills

Digital Marketing,Marketing,Management Experience,Profit & Loss,Analysis Skills,Microsoft Powerpoint,Market Research,Project Management,Product Management,P&L Management,Product Development,Branding

Employment Type : Full Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1