Junior Brand Manager

OverviewUnilever is currently hiring for a Junior Brand Manager - KnorroxFunction: MarketingReports to: Knorrox Marketing ManagerScope: LocalLocation: La Lucia Ridge, DurbanTerms & Conditions: Full timeAbout UnileverWith 3.4 billion people in over 190 countries using our products every day, Unilever is a business that makes a real impact on the world.Work on brands that are loved and improve the lives of our consumers and the communities around us.We are driven by our purpose: to make sustainable living commonplace, and it is our belief that doing business the right way drives superior performance.At the heart of what we do is our people – we believe that when our people work with purpose, we will create a better business and a better world.At Unilever, your career will be a unique journey, grounded in our inclusive, collaborative, and flexible working environment.We don't believe in the 'one size fits all' approach and instead we will equip you with the tools you need to shape your own future.Job PurposeUnilever is the place where you can bring your purpose to life with the work that you do – creating a better business and a better world.This is an exciting opportunity for a dynamic and passionate Junior Brand Manager to join the Foods team.The role will support the Knorrox Marketing Manager 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.You 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 youWhat will your main responsibilities beJob Scope:Drive the value & volume led growth agenda on the respective brand by leading Innovations, managing BLG campaigns based on category growth principlesEnd to End brand management role for South AfricaFocus on incremental future growth opportunities, as well as management of existing core businessEnd to end P&L responsibility, including S&OP managementBudget (BMI) management to be vigorously controlled to ensure full delivery of projectsLeadership of several Innovation Projects – e.g. development of new mixes / launch into new categories etc.Leadership / support of NRM or SC Activity Requests: e.g. introduction of new pack sizes / formats for existing mixesDeveloping & executing Inspiring brand communications in partnership with creative agenciesLeading Integrated Brand Planning Process (annual IBP)Management of Brand's digital strategy and ecommKey relationships: Customer Development, Shopper Marketing, Supply Chain, Consumer Market Insights, Research and Development, Finance Business Partners & Global and Local teams where relevantWhat you will need to succeedExperiences & QualificationsDegree in Marketing, Business and / or CommerceA minimum of 3-5 years in FMCG/related Marketing, Branding and Digital Marketing experienceSkillsStrong levels of growth and ownership mindset – a self-starter with a winning and competitive mindsetProject and innovation management, and business acumenStrong numeracy skills and budget management skills.Ability to deliver operationally, while thinking ahead of the long-term growth strategyCross-functional relationship management: Agencies, Customer Development, Shopper Marketing, Supply Chain, Consumer Market Insights, Research and Development, Finance Business PartnersBias for action and drive – willingness to get things done with speed & efficiency, and comfortable working independently to deliver agreed goalsConsumer and customer focus – curiosity, ability to uncover relevant insights and translate these into actionable plansRigour and order – ability to identify important issues and work through complex problems in an accurate and in-depth way.A deep seeded passion for exploding the nutrition category and marketing with a purpose with the consumer always top of mindLeadershipYou are energized by delivering fantastic results.You are an example to others – both your results and your resilience.You are constantly on the lookout for better ways to do things, engaging and collaborating with others along the way.As an individual you are the one responsible for your own wellbeing and delivering high standards of work.You must also focus on the Consumer and what they need.You are humble and have your head up, looking around to interpret evidence and data smartly, spot issues and opportunities to make things better.Critical SOL (Standards of Leadership) BehaviorsPASSION FOR HIGH PERFORMANCE: Takes personal responsibility and accountability for execution and results.Has an owner's mindset, using data and insight to make decisions.PERSONAL MASTERY: Sets high standards for themselves.Actively builds own wellbeing and resilience.CONSUMER LOVE: Whatever their role, always looks for better ways to serve consumers.Invests time inside and outside to understand the needs of consumers.PURPOSE & SERVICE: Has humility, understanding that leadership is service to others, inside and outside Unilever.AGILITY: Explores the world around them, continually learning and developing their skills.Unilever embraces diversity and encourages applicants from all walks of life.This means giving full and fair consideration to all applicants and continuing development of all employees regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage and civil partnership, and pregnancy and maternity.Unilever is an organisation committed to equity, inclusion and diversity to drive our business results and create a better future, every day, for our diverse employees, global consumers, partners, and communities.We believe a diverse workforce allows us to match our growth ambitions and drive inclusion across the business.At Unilever we are interested in every individual bringing their 'Whole Self' to work and this includes youThus if you require any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of your application so that we can support you through your recruitment journey.#J-*****-Ljbffr