Brand Manager – Drive growth for the Iconic Brand - Old El Paso
We're looking for a commercial, insight-led Brand Manager to grow one of our key grocery brands in Australia. In this full-time role based at Mt Waverley, you'll own the brand portfolio and innovation pipeline end-to-end – from opportunity identification and strategy, through to launch and in-market performance of the Old El Paso brand.
You'll partner with cross‐functional teams (Sales, Category, R&D, Supply Chain, Finance) and agencies to deliver impactful innovation, compelling brand communications and standout in‐store activation.
What's in it for YOU?
* Flexible working: 50/50 home/office model.
* Wellbeing focus: Half‐day Friday every week to support work–life balance.
* Convenience: Free on‐site parking at our Melbourne office.
* Growth & development: World‐class L&D programs and in‐house mentoring.
* Inclusive culture: Best‐practice flexibility and inclusivity where you're seen, heard and belong.
Your Impact
* Lead innovation and renovation projects from idea to launch, acting as marketing lead and stage‐gate gatekeeper.
* Use brand, consumer, category and customer insights (e.g., Nielsen, Quantium) to spot gaps and growth opportunities.
* Own brand profitability and activation, managing GM%, portfolio mix, pricing, packs and value initiatives.
* Influence media and BTL activation aligned to brand strategy and power periods.
* Build strong retailer relationships and create compelling sell‐in materials for range reviews and key customer engagements.
What You Bring
* Experience:
o 3+ years ABM/Brand Management in FMCG (4+ years including NPD project management highly regarded).
o Proven track record owning projects end‐to‐end across innovation and base business.
o Experience working in an international BDT structure (highly regarded).
* Skills & mindset:
o Strong commercial and analytical skills; confident using data to drive decisions.
o Ability to identify consumer trends, opportunities and threats.
o Excellent cross‐functional stakeholder, international BDT, and agency management with strong influencing skills.
o Proactive, decisive and results‐driven, comfortable challenging the status quo with facts.
o Excellent communication and high attention to detail.
The Essentials
* Education: Bachelor's degree, preferably in Marketing, Sales or Commerce.
* Location: Mt Waverley, VIC (domestic scope, occasional travel – approx. 5%).
Ready to Make Your Mark?
If you're a commercial, insight‐led Brand Manager (or experienced ABM ready for the step up) with a passion for consumer brands, innovation and sustainable growth, we'd love to hear from you.
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