Brand Manager

Description:

In this role, You will report into the Commercial Director but will be expected to be a strong influencer / enabler to the reps. This role offers huge exposure across various categories but there are a number of reasons why this is a must for consideration 1. The autonomy you will be given / opportunity to make the role your own 2. The Brands- my client has an incredible brand portfolio. 3. get to work with an experienced and fair Commercial Director- who will support you in the role and set fair and attainable targets.

This is a hybrid working role- there will be more time spent in the office at the beginning- to get to know ways of working/ and stakeholders and the role comes with a 10% bonus and pension – strong overall package.

(For this role, you must be based in Ireland and have 4- 6 years FMCG Brand management experience ; ( drinks/ alcohol exposure would be highly advantageous) please do not apply if you do not live here and have FMCG brand management experience- thank you)

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage the relationships with our Suppliers and implement regular reviews and consistent contact throughout the year.
• Accountable for the negotiation of A&P budgets with suppliers with the objective to increase this budget annually.
• Aim to achieve an increase in A&P available from all suppliers that will enable more effective activations across brands and have a positive impact on the company margin.
• Communicate back to the Board quarterly on the performance of the A&P budget.
• Have regular and flowing communication with the Management Team on a weekly basis on all matters that could have a positive or negative impact on the company..
• Attend a reasonable share of industry events, such as Bloom, Whiskey Live, VFI, IHF, RAI and other industry events that may arise.
• As a manager of the business, you should bring a positive and motivated contribution to the office and team environment at all times.