Brand Portfolio Manager
Merand Corbett & Associates Stellenbosch
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Develop and implement strategic growth plans for assigned brands
- Identify opportunities to grow revenue, market share, distribution and brand awareness
- Manage and interpret brand-level P&Ls, revenue, gross profit, margins and budgets
- Set and monitor commercial targets, forecasts and performance
- Develop and manage annual and quarterly marketing plans and budgets
- Coordinate campaigns, product launches, content and promotional activities
- Work closely with marketing and content teams to ensure consistent brand positioning
- Develop sales and SKU forecasts and assist with stock and purchasing planning
- Monitor stock levels, sell-through, lead times and demand
- Coordinate new product, packaging and production projects
- Liaise with manufacturers, packaging suppliers, printers and external partners
- Obtain quotations, samples, specifications and lead times and prepare commercial recommendations
- Manage relationships with international brand principals and local suppliers
- Identify new product, category and market opportunities
- Present brand performance, strategies and recommendations to senior management
- Ensure projects, launches and production requirements are delivered on time and within budget
REQUIREMENTS:
- Relevant tertiary qualification in Marketing, Business, Commerce or a related field
- Previous experience in Brand Management, Portfolio Management, Product Management, Commercial Marketing or a similar role
- Strong understanding of revenue, gross margins, budgets and basic P&L management
- Experience developing and implementing brand or commercial growth strategies
- Strong analytical and commercial skills with confidence working with sales and financial data
- Experience with budgeting and marketing spend allocation
- Strong Excel/spreadsheet skills, particularly for forecasting and commercial analysis
- Excellent project management and organisational skills
- Experience managing suppliers and external stakeholders
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to prepare commercial recommendations and present them to senior management
- Own transport and a valid drivers licenc
ADVANTAGEOUS:
- Experience within skincare, beauty, healthcare, FMCG, consumer goods, e-commerce, importing/distribution or product manufacturing, particularly experience with contract manufacturers, packaging suppliers, printers or physical product development
IDEAL CANDIDATE:
- The ideal candidate is commercially driven, analytical and highly organised, with a strong understanding of both brands and business. They should be strategic but hands-on, proactive, comfortable taking ownership and able to manage multiple projects across creative, commercial and operational environments
*ONLY SHORTLISTED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED*
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