Assistant Brand Manager- Purina

**Position Snapshot**:

- Location: Rhodes, Sydney Australia| Permanent

**The Opportunity**:
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’re dedicated to improving the health and lifestyle of cats and dogs through quality nutrition and care. Put simply, we believe a healthy pet makes for a happier home and our commitment to dogs, cats and their owners has made us a world leader in pet care.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Assistant Brand Manager to join our close-knit team In this exciting role you will get full exposure to the marketing mix. You will have the unique opportunity to support our Marketing team with the current and future direction of our key brands.

This role will focus on executing marketing initiatives, assisting with communications and New Product Development (NPD) launches as well as monitoring performance (such as sales, market share figures and competitive reviews) and the management of budgets.

**A day in the life of...**:
In this diverse and fun role; no two days will look the same. As the Assistant Brand Manager for our Purina portfolio; a day in the life will look like:

- Assist with the development and executing communication campaigns
- Leading the execution of digital brand building initiatives
- Building strong working relationships with internal stakeholders, including commercial, agency partners and Regional marketing contacts
- Monitoring and analysing brand performance metrics including sales volumes, market share trends and competitor activity
- Leading the day-to-day marketing budget management
- Supporting the Marketing team on key projects

**What will make you successful**:

- Ideally you will hold a degree in Business / Marketing and have sound experience in an Assistant Brand Manager or similar marketing /commercial role,
- Highly preferred you will have exposure within FMCG industry
- It is essential you have excellent communication skills - being clear and influencing with integrity. Being able to present both internally and to external agency partners.
- Strong project management skills - demonstrate delivery and ability to problem solve
- A self-starter with a can-do attitude, coupled with a results focus mindset to drive business outcomes
- Applicants must be eligible to work in Australia and have Permanent Residency.

**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**:
Nestlé enjoys a reputation as one of the world’s largest FMCG companies and a leader in nutrition, health and wellness. Our inclusive and high-performance culture is a testament to the great training, development, rewards and recognition we extend to every member of our 5000-strong Oceania workforce.

You can realise your full potential at Nestlé, working among the leading tams in nutrition, health and wellness. As part of a global network, you can use your skills to influence others and make a positive impact where you own a piece of the action.

At Nestlé, you will work in a supportive environment where your ideas and points of view will be championed by a collaborative team. Together, we will drive the strength of our brands, the quality of our products, and the future of our business.

At Nestlé, you can make a difference to millions of lives, every single day. As a large, global company that’s driven by purpose, you and your team can add your piece of legacy of creating a better, healthier future.
In return you will have the chance to work with an outstanding team, and build and grow your career with an inclusive, global FMCG leader.

**COVID-19 VACCINATION**:
COVID-19 vaccination may be required to perform this role, based on the Public Health Orders applicable in some States and Territories and/or conditions of premises entry set by our customers. You will be required to provide evidence of your vaccination or medical exemption as part of our recruitment process.