Senior Brand Manager

Senior Brand ManagerGlendale, CA, United StatesWhat You'll DoBe the expert - know your categories, products, competitors, distribution and retail setsEffectively persuade key stakeholders, including executives, and cross functional team members, of key ideas and strategies for your business. Strong presence and communication is key!Lead new product launches from conception through execution (pricing, positioning, packaging, etc.), working collaboratively cross-functionally with Product Development, Costing, Operations and Sales, Social Media and Ecommerce groupsConduct category-specific analyses (e.g., Feeding, Bath, Nursery, etc.) and recommend new products and features to fill portfolio opportunitiesClosely monitor and analyze sales volumes, market share trends and competitive activityMonitor category performance across eCommerce and Brick and Mortar retailers, identifying ways to grow share, improve set performance, drive reviews or fill gapsManage complex projects, leading cross functional teams on projects such as new product development, marketing plans, focus groups and moreAssist in marketing projects to end consumers, potentially including ad development, media planning, digital marketing, loyalty initiatives, social media programs, etc.All other duties as may be assignedBring It!2-4 years prior marketing experience (consumer packaged goods industry is a plus)BS/BA degree, MBA preferredExperience leading cross-functional teamsStrong communication / writing skills (including some copy-writing)Highly organized and detail orientedProven history of being both creative and analytical in prior roles