Brand Manager: WECA Snacks, Grains, Groceries & Essential Foods

Auto req ID: 280356BR Job Description Own the development of strong functionally aligned brand AOP plans Lead the execution of AOP plans to ensure delivery of set KPIs. Manage the artwork development process with design agencies and ensure approval by the relevant internal stakeholders. Engagement with creative agencies in delivering relevant consumer centric marketing campaigns. Supervise BTL agencies ensuring mechanics are aligned and required fast pivots are executed. Lead alignment of marketing activities with distributors and supervise execution ensuring delivery of aligned activity KPIs Support innovation projects through the stage gate process. Landing integrated annual brand plans with the cross functional team. Support the development of PSP, aligned to the category strategy and growth priorities. Effectively managing the brands budget, and ensure compliance with all controls. Qualifications/Requirements Key Skills/ Experience Required Skills Marketing/Business Tertiary qualification (degree) as minimum Strong numerical bias. Demonstrable P&L understanding Strong social media and digital communication skills Presentation skills Persuasive skills Negotiation skills Strong Computer skills (literacy)Eperience Minimum 5 -7 years of marketing experience within the FMCG industry Experience in Sub Sahara African markets is advantageous. Experience managing food brands preferrable Relocation Eligible: Not Applicable Job Type: Full-Time