Job Description

Our client is looking for a commercially driven Brand Portfolio Manager to take ownership of a portfolio of exciting brands and play a key role in driving their growth, profitability and market presence.
This is a dynamic opportunity for someone who enjoys combining strategy, marketing, numbers and product development. You’ll have the opportunity to influence brands from growth planning and P&L management through to campaigns, forecasting, product launches and supplier coordination.

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 driver’s 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*