Global Innovation Brand Manager, Holistic Health

At Nestlé Health Science, we believe that nutrition, science, and wellness must merge, not collide. Here, we embrace the intrinsic connections of these three pillars, harnessing their collective strength to empower healthier lives. Our broad product portfolio includes renowned brands like Garden of Life, Nature's Bounty, Vital Proteins, Orgain, Nuun, BOOST, Carnation Breakfast Essentials, Peptamen, Compleat Organic Blends, and more. We also have extensive pharmaceutical expertise, offering innovative medicines that aim to prevent, manage, and treat gastrointestinal and metabolic-related diseases.At Nestlé Health Science, we bring our best for better lives. Our people are challenged to bring fresh, diverse views and make bold moves to empower healthier lives through nutrition. We know brilliant ideas can come from anyone, anywhere. Here we embrace the entrepreneurial spirit and collaborate with teams that champion focused and forward thinking. We are committed to fostering professional growth and celebrating the achievements of our people along the way. We offer dynamic career paths, robust development, opportunities to learn from talented colleagues around the globe, and benefits that support physical, financial, and emotional wellbeing. Join us to innovate for impact and reimagine the future of health and nutrition for patients and consumers. The International Brand Manager (ABM), Holistic Health Innovation, supports the development and execution of innovation and renovation initiatives across the Holistic Health (HH) portfolio (Nature’s Bounty, Osteo Bi-Flex, Nuun, GARD and Puritans Pride Outside US/CA).This role is responsible for driving data-informed decision making, inputting in product renovations, and partnering cross-functionally and externally with distribution partners to execute innovation projects from concept through launch and supporting on post-launch optimization. The ABM drives insight-led growth across the HH portfolio by translating market trends and performance into clear innovation priorities.The role is accountable for defining where to play and how to win in international markets, identifying white spaces, and shaping portfolio strategies for both new launches and existing businesses.Key Responsibilities:Business analytics & performance Own ongoing performance tracking across innovation and renovation platforms (consumption, velocity) highlighting distributor performanceDeep collaboration with distribution partners to build business plans for innovationDevelop a deep knowledge of actionable insights in key markets to inform pipeline prioritization and renovation decisionsLook for efficiencies across markets on innovations to serve as many geographies as possible Monitor competitive landscape, innovation pipelines & performance, and category shifts in key markets Support post-launch tracking and optimization recommendations Build executive-ready reports and dashboards for leadership updatesRenovation & innovation execution Lead renovation initiatives (formula, claims, packaging updates, flavor extensions) leveraging US work to extend across brands for international marketsDrive execution of innovation projects through stage-gate process (brief development launch readiness) built upon US base where possible and stand alone where cases are robust enoughPartner with US brand, insights, digital, R&D, medical, regulatory, packaging, and operations on product development decisionsSupport concept development, claims & concept validation, and consumer research to ensure the international perspective is representedEnsure projects are delivered on time, on budget, and aligned with brand strategyMarketing & commercialization support Support development and execution of innovation marketing plans and launch strategies OUS coordinated with global MKT and distribution partnersPresentations, and commercialization assetsPartner with US sales/customer development teams on launch planning and customer-specific needsEnsure alignment between innovation pipeline and integrated commercial planning (ICP) for OUS marketsProject management Track and manage innovation/renovation project timelines Requirements5+ years of brand management for a CPG Food, CPG Personal Product or OTC brand, International experienceFunctional Skills: strong analytical skills, with the ability to translate market dynamics into actionable tactics,Hands-on experience working with market, consumer and distributor data, with the ability to translate insights into clear “where to play / how to win” decisions and identify international white space opportunities.Strategic Skills: Collaborative/team player, strategic agility, proven ability to make complex decisions, dealing with ambiguity, ability to influence senior management on strategic decisions based on actionable insights, ability to operate in a multi-cultural, international environment with diverse partners.Strong proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, Word Ability to prioritize in a fast-paced environmentEnergy & Drive: self-starter, independent thinker, action oriented, strong passion for results Organizational Positioning Skills: Strong presentation skills & written communications, ability to interact successfully with senior managementPersonal & Interpersonal Skills: Customer & consumer focus, skilled to build and foster effective peer relationships, proven ability to effectively collaborate across functional areasMulti-Lingual preferred but not requiredPreferred SkillsMarketing budget management, volume forecasting, project managementThe approximate pay range for this position is $135,000 to $145,000. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Final compensation may vary based on factors including but not limited to knowledge, skills and abilities as well as geographic location.Nestlé offers performance-based incentives and a competitive total rewards package, which includes a 401k with company match, healthcare coverage and a broad range of other benefits. Incentives and/or benefit packages may vary depending on the position. Learn more at About Us | Nestlé Careers (nestlejobs.com).#LI-MR1It is our business imperative to remain a very inclusive workplace.To our veterans and separated service members, you're at the forefront of our minds as we recruit top talent to join Nestlé. The skills you've gained while serving our country, such as flexibility, agility, and leadership, are much like the skills that will make you successful in this role. In addition, with our commitment to an inclusive work environment, we recognize the exceptional engagement and innovation displayed by individuals with disabilities. Nestlé seeks such skilled and qualified individuals to share our mission where you’ll join a cohort of others who have chosen to call Nestlé home.The Nestlé Companies are equal employment opportunity employers. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Prior to the next step in the recruiting process, we welcome you to inform us confidentially if you may require any special accommodations in order to participate fully in our recruitment experience. 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