Looking for a Senior Brand Manager for leading spirits company
1. Brand Management
* Own the preparation, development, implementation & evaluation of Brand plan activities for the brand.
* Be the brand 'expert' on the specific portfolio through detailed monthly b rand, market and competitor reports including brand health measures, profit ability and ROI from specific activities.
* Working closely with brand owner function to ensure effective developmen t of local brand strategy in line with global brand directions whilst proactively communicating relevant information.
* Work closely with the consumer insights team to develop strong consume r insights into the target consumer, key opportunities and strategic direction for the defined portfolio.
* Build a strong relationship with trade marketing team to ensure the brand strategy developed is translated into optimal trade solutions
2. Financial Management
* Manage the overall profitability of the specific portfolio
* Challenge the spend required for each marketing activity to ensure efficien cy and effectiveness of spend to reach the defined brand goals
* Proactively challenge all quotes from key partners and agencies to ensure we are continuously getting the best value
3. Business Leadership
* Champion the brand portfolio within the business to ensure sufficient focu s is placed behind it. Be the face of the brand within the business
* Presenting proposals, briefs, plans and activities to top management, bran d owners, the sales team, technical team, customers, suppliers, etc
* Lead cross functional teams to achieve key business objectives
* Liaise with all stakeholders on various marketing issues and maintaining st rong relationships with all stakeholders - especially trade development & th e domestic sales teams
Requirements:
* 7 years above working experience in marketing, commerce or business ma nagement with reputable companies
* Solid brand management experience in both planning and execution
* Proven strategic, analytical and creative abilities
* Open-minded and passionate; strong interpersonal and influencing skills
* Fluent English and Mandarin both in written and spoken
* University graduate with bachelor's degree or above