Senior Brand Manager

Colgate-Palmolive Company; Midrand; Hybrid; ZAR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

A global consumer products company is seeking a Senior Brand Manager in Midrand, Gauteng. The ideal candidate will lead the Protex brand, develop growth plans, and work with cross-functional teams to drive brand innovation. A minimum of 6 years in marketing is required, with a strong focus on digital campaigns and project management. This position offers a hybrid work model and opportunities for a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years of relevant marketing experience, preferably in innovation.
• Experience in developing successful marketing plans and digital campaigns.
• Ability to manage relationships with senior stakeholders in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Protex brand and develop the Brand Growth Plan.
• Interact with Global Marketing and cross-functional teams for brand strategies.
• Track in-market performance and identify growth opportunities.

Skills

Marketing strategy development

Digital campaign development

Project management

Relationship management

Job description

No Relocation Assistance Offered

Job Number#169074 - Midrand, Gauteng, South Africa

Overview

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 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.

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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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