Brand Manager

Description:

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.

Key Requirements

· Retail/FMCG industry knowledge is a must – particularly of the Irish trade ( min of 3-6 years).

· Strong Commercial acumen and interpersonal and influencing skills.

· Understand the roles & differing objectives of brand principals and distributors

· Ability to plan and prioritize is key and to work/ think at pace.