JOB PURPOSE<\/p>\n
\tUnilever is the place where you can bring your purpose to life with the work that you do \u2013 creating a better business and a better world. \u00a0This is an exciting opportunity for a dynamic and passionate Junior Brand Manager to join the Foods team. The role will support the Knorr power brand deploy lead grow the business in a highly competitive environment. We are looking for an independent thinker, with a can-do-spirit to be a part the journey to unlock growth for this iconic brand. \u00a0You will lead projects, develop through-the-line launch plans, manage activations, and implement impact brand campaigns and activity. If this is what you are looking for, then this role is just for you!<\/p>\n
WHAT WILL YOUR MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES BE<\/p>\n
Job Scope:<\/p>\n
\tDrive the value & volume led growth agenda on the respective brand by leading Innovations, managing BLG campaigns based on category growth principles
\n\tEnd to End brand management role for South Africa
\n\tFocus on incremental future growth opportunities, as well as management of existing core business
\n\tEnd to end P&L responsibility, including S&OP management
\n\tBudget (BMI) management to be vigorously controlled to ensure full delivery of projects
\n\tLeadership of several Innovation Projects \u2013 e.g. development of new mixes \/ launch into new categories etc.
\n\tLeadership \/ support of NRM or SC Activity Requests: e.g. introduction of new pack sizes \/ formats for existing mixes
\n\tDeveloping & executing Inspiring brand communications in partnership with creative agencies
\n\tLeading Integrated Brand Planning Process (annual IBP)
\n\tManagement of Brand\u2019s digital strategy and ecomm<\/p>\n
Key relationships:<\/p>\n
\tCustomer Development, Shopper Marketing, Supply Chain, Consumer Market Insights, Research and Development, Finance Business Partners & Global and Local teams where relevant<\/p>\n
WHAT YOU WILL NEED TO SUCCEED<\/p>\n
Experiences & Qualifications<\/p>\n
\tDegree in Marketing, Business and \/ or Commerce
\n\tA minimum of 5 years in Marketing, Branding and Digital Marketing experience<\/p>\n
Skills<\/p>\n
\tProject leadership and business acumen
\n\tStrong numeracy skills
\n\tAbility to deliver operationally, while thinking ahead of the long-term growth strategy
\n\tCross-functional relationship management: Agencies, Customer Development, Shopper Marketing, Supply Chain, Consumer Market Insights, Research and Development, Finance Business Partners
\n\tStrong levels of growth and ownership mindset \u2013 a self-starter with a winning and competitive mindset
\n\tBias for action and drive \u2013 willingness to get things done with speed & efficiency, and comfortable working independently to deliver agreed goals
\n\tConsumer and customer focus \u2013 curiosity, ability to uncover relevant insights and translate these into actionable plans
\n\tRigour and order \u2013 ability to identify important issues and work through complex problems in an accurate and in-depth way.
\n\tA deep seeded passion for exploding the nutrition category and marketing with a purpose with the consumer always top of mind<\/p>\n
go to method of application \u00bb<\/p>\n
Apply via company website ( https:\/\/www.unilever.co.za ) or<\/p>\n
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