Brand Manager

Requisition ID 174616 - Posted 07/07/2026 - Marketing - United States - Kansas - Overland Park - Hill's Pet Nutrition - Travel - up to 10% of time - Hybrid Relocation Assistance Offered Within Country Job Number #174616 - Overland Park, Kansas, United States Who We Are Colgate-Palmolive Company is a global consumer products company operating in over 200 countries specializing in Oral Care, Personal Care, Home Care, Skin Care, and Pet Nutrition. Our products are trusted in more households than any other brand in the world, making us a household name! Join Colgate-Palmolive, a caring, innovative growth company reimagining a healthier future for people, their pets, and our planet. Guided by our core values—Caring, Inclusive, and Courageous—we foster a culture that inspires our people to achieve common goals. Together, let's build a brighter, healthier future for all. At Hill’s we have a purpose to transform the lives of millions of pet families through pioneering innovation, science-led nutrition, and the best and brightest people. If you’re interested in work that matters, fueled by passion for pets, we invite you to apply. Founded more than 75 years ago with an unwavering commitment to pet nutrition, Hill’s mission is to help enrich and lengthen the special relationships between people and their pets. Our decades of science and research guide us in creating nutrition that’s a step ahead so pets and pet parents can enjoy every day together. As the US #1 Veterinarian recommended pet food brand, knowledge is our first ingredient with 220+ veterinarians, PhD nutritionists and food scientists working to develop breakthrough innovations in pet health. The Brand Manager is responsible for the marketing strategies development and plans across commercial operations to achieve the financial and market share objectives of the sub-brand under their responsibility. Leads the development of sub-category / brands strategies including Innovation Grid, Brand activations, Promotional Events, Media and 5P strategies, taking into consideration the business dynamics and opportunities. Drives the execution of margin improvement and simplification initiatives within sub-brand. Responsibilities: Develop pet parent and veterinarian targeted Growth Strategies by sub-brand, species, product form, and/or condition Drive Product Superiority by identifying, substantiating and activating differentiated claims in integrated marketing communications Identify issues / opportunities and propose action plans to achieve the objectives of the brand Develop & utilize strong consumer & shopper insights of the category, market and segments Define Global Pricing & Portfolio Strategies and Competitive Benchmarking Gain Senior Mgt alignment to brand strategies and go-to-market plans Develop omni-channel marketing, communication and media strategies using insights & analytics to drive share growth Lead Strategic Brand Campaigns overseeing the development and global rollout of equity campaigns Analyze data (sales, competitive, category) and identify key insights that can be turned into measurable marketing plans Lead global Portfolio Optimization efforts to align with regional needs Manage brand A&P budgets Lead & deploy commercial projects ensuring business continuity Ongoing monitoring and analysis on brand sales, volume, market share, competitive insights. Support Long Lead Planning, Budget Review, and Mid-Year Review Active collaboration with numerous functions including Insights, Innovation, Digital, Data & Analytics, Professional Veterinary Affairs, Customer Development, Supply Chain, Legal/Regulatory, S&T, and Corporate Communications Manage large cross-functional teams to lead commercialization efforts Required Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree 5+ years of experience in CPG marketing, retail marketing experience or agency experience Brand marketing knowledge Preferred Qualifications: MBA At least 2 years of marketing experience in Animal Healthcare or Human Healthcare Digital/eComm marketing knowledge (paid search, digital display, social, etc) Knowledge of Retail Environment strategy Ability to prioritize multiple tasks simultaneously Critical thinking & problem solving Strong analytical skills and ability to uncover measurable insights in large datasets Effective communicator Ability to achieve operational results Influence independently, negotiate effectively and build relationships with cross functional team members Compensation and Benefits Salary Range $124,000.00 - $155,000.00 USD Pay is determined based on experience, qualifications, and location. Salaried employees may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, profit-sharing, and long-term incentives for Executive-level roles. Salaried employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance, paid parental leave, disability coverage, and participation in the 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions subject to eligibility requirements. Additional benefits include a minimum of 15 vacation/PTO days (hourly employees receive a minimum of 120 hours) and 13 paid holidays (vacation days are prorated based on the employee's hire date within the calendar year). Paid sick leave is adjusted based on role and location in accordance with local laws. Detailed information regarding paid sick leave entitlements will be provided to employees upon hiring and may be subject to adjustments based on changes in legislation or company policies. Our Commitment to Inclusion Our journey begins with our people—developing strong talent with diverse backgrounds and perspectives to best serve our consumers around the world and fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels a true sense of belonging. We are dedicated to ensuring that each individual can be their authentic self, is treated with respect, and is empowered by leadership to contribute meaningfully to our business. Equal Opportunity Employer Colgate is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, marital status, veteran status (United States positions), or any other characteristic protected by law. Reasonable accommodation during the application process is available for persons with disabilities. Please complete this request form should you require accommodation. 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