Nestlé Hiring for Brand Manager- Petcare at Concord West, New South Wales, Australia Full Time

At Purina, it’s no secret that pets are our passion. Our vision is to be the world’s most trusted company in enriching the lives of pets and the people who love them.

We are proud to be at the leading edge in excellent pet nutrition. We currently have an exciting opportunity within Nestle Purina PetCare for an Brand Manager to join our business. This could be the purrfect role for you!

Due to an internal promotion, we are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Brand Manager to join our close-knit team. In this exciting role you will get full exposure to the marketing mix.

You will be involved in New Product Development (NPD), marketing communications and annual brand planning along with monitoring performance.

You will have the unique opportunity to lead current and future direction of one of our key growth brands.

A day in the life…

In this diverse and fun role, no two days will look the same. As the Brand Manager, a day in the life will look like:

• Lead the development of local AU consumer-relevant annual brand plans Develop and execute marketing communications plans – includes traditional media as well as digital media and brand building initiative
• Lead cross-functional project teams in development of NPD and execute “best in class” launches – working closely with Central Team in Singapore, Sales, Trade Activation, Category, Finance and Supply Chain
• Lead routine analysis of the brand, key initiatives, competition, category, customer and consumer to identify growth opportunities or plans to response to issues
• Budget Management
• Building strong working relationships with internal stakeholders, including commercial, agency partners and Regional marketing contacts.

What Will Make You Successful

• Ideally you will hold a completed degree (Commerce / Business / Marketing) and must have 1-2 years experience in an Brand Manager or similar marketing role
• Ideally you will have exposure within FMCG industry
• It is essential you have excellent communication and strong project management skills
• It is highly regarded if you have a high level of digital marketing experience or strong passion to grow your digital experience
• Ultimately it will be your innovative approach and ability to work collaboratively on multiple projects that will see you succeed in the role.
• Applicants must have full Australian working rights

Benefits

You will have the chance to work with an outstanding and highly engaged team, build and grow your career with an inclusive, global FMCG leader.

In addition we offer:

• Flexible working hours and a hybrid working model
• Varied career experiences and personalised development support
• Wellbeing benefits including vaccinations and health insurance discounts
• Diversity & Inclusion initiatives and program
• Paid parental and partner leave
• Purchase Leave Scheme
• Volunteering leave, Sports leave, Emergency Services leave
• Discounted gym memberships
• Discounted Nestlé products
• Novated Leasing
• Salary Sacrifice to Superannuation

Our Story

The working environment at Nestlé is built on integrity, fairness and authenticity, where teams support and inspire each other. It’s a place where we share our ideas, experiences and successes, because we achieve far more together than we do on our own.

Be a part of a company whose products help people, families and pets live happier lives. The global imprint offers you the power to shape the future of our products, and the lives of millions of people across the world.

At Nestlé, you can fulfil your purpose and help others to fulfil theirs too. With a vast network of 290,000 people, you can achieve your vision and own your destiny, while driving our purpose with your leadership skills.

Nestlé Oceania supports a culture of diversity and inclusion in all that we do. Take a look at Careers at Nestlé Australia | Nestlé Australia (nestle.com.au) to see some of the ways we live and practice this every day in our workplace.

For more information please visit our website Nestlé Australia Home | Nestlé Australia (nestle.com.au) or Our LinkedIn page http://www.linkedin.com/company/nestle-s-a-

Apply today!