Brand Manager I

You may know McCormick as a leader in herbs, spices, seasonings, and condiments – and we’re only getting started. At McCormick, we’re always looking for new people to bring their unique flavor to our team. McCormick employees – all 14,000 of us across the world – are what makes this company a great place to work. We are looking to hire a Brand Manager (Product) supporting the full Gourmet product portfolio immediately in a Hybrid (50/50) capacity at our Global Headquarters in Hunt Valley, Maryland. What We Bring To The Table Competitive compensation Career growth opportunities Flexibility and Support for Diverse Life Stages and Choices Wellbeing programs including Physical, Mental and Financial wellness Tuition assistance The Product Manager will be responsible for supporting the Senior Brand Manager and Brand Director in end-to-end Brand Management, inclusive of forecasting, brand planning, project management, creative briefing, market research, performance analysis, pipeline strategy and innovation, and cross functional leadership. This role will have accountability across the full Gourmet product portfolio, including retail, Club, and E‑comm. Responsibilities Delivery on Gourmet P&L growth objectives Support the brand lead in the development and implementation of Annual Brand Plans Identify and implement actionable growth initiatives through landscape assessments and manage product forecasting. Provide strategic and tactical coordination across Demand Planning, Finance, Trade Marketing and other functional areas as appropriate to lead Integrated Business Planning. Manage full product life‑cycle including SKU rationalization, NPD business case development, and commercial strategy and implementation. Fully understand competitive brand issues and provide action plans to address threats. Prepare and deliver ongoing monthly business reviews and quarterly Share Reviews for senior leadership. Lead cross‑functional teams (project management) for innovation launches and continuous improvement. Provide analysis and recommendations relating to product offering, pricing, and channel strategy. Monitor effectiveness of new item distribution and recommend improvements when appropriate. Develop and deliver strategic business recommendations to cross‑functional teams and senior leadership. Support creative and media briefing, review and feedback with the Global Marketing team. Exercise discretion regarding strategic recommendations, data and sources, analytic conclusions, and financial recommendations. Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in marketing or a related field. Minimum of 3 years of demonstrated relevant skills and results in consumer‑packaged goods marketing or a closely related field. Expertise in syndicated databases, market research, business and brand planning, advertising, finance, promotional activities, and consumer communications. Strong project leadership experience with ability to manage cross‑functional teams and multiple projects. Sound understanding of Marketing principles and practices (functional expert) and a basic knowledge of other areas including Sales, Finance and Supply Chain. In‑depth understanding of how own area integrates with other Marketing areas and other functional areas such as Sales. Deep understanding of the industry sector and competitive landscape. Developed communication and diplomacy skills required to guide, influence, and convince others (internal and external); often customer‑facing; interactions with senior leadership. Strong leadership, strategic thinking, communication, and teamwork skills. Preferred Qualifications MBA As a general policy, McCormick does not offer employment visa sponsorships upon hire or in the future. Base Salary: $87,910 – $153,870. The base salary will be determined based on factors such as geographic location, skills, education, experience, and internal equity. This position is also eligible for McCormick’s Incentive Bonus (MIB) Plan. Permanent employees are eligible for extensive Total Rewards programs including comprehensive health plans covering medical, vision, dental, life and disability benefits; family‑friendly benefits such as paid parental leave, fertility benefits, Employee Assistance Program, and caregiver support; and retirement and investment programs including 401(k) and profit‑sharing plans. It is the policy of McCormick and Company to select and promote for all positions without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr McCormick & Company