Assistant Brand Manager

Company Description At Rank 1 Marketing, Inc., we have developed many successful marketing campaigns that can reach your ideal customers. Rank 1 Marketing, Inc. works hand in hand with some of the biggest clients in the world. We offer customers a unique shopping experience that can not only help educate the customer but also give each customer the right information to help make the best decision for them or their family. These campaigns happen in-store and dramatically increase sales for our clients' products and services. Job Description Imagine...working for a company that knows that its people are the key to its success in the marketplace. A company in which achieving extraordinary results and having a stimulating work experience are part of the same process. Our client is looking for an individual who enjoys working in a fast-paced, team oriented environment, likes to be challenged, and values the opportunity to make a difference for each of our client’s brands. General Summary Rank 1 Marketing has an exciting opportunity in Wichita on behalf of our client’s Marketing & Brand Promotions Team for an Assistant Brand Manager. This new full-time, permanent role will report to the Sr. Director of Marketing. The successful candidate will be responsible for the development, management and execution of marketing initiatives and strategies amongst the consumer population in the suburban territory. The Assistant Brand Manager plays an important leadership role on the multi-functional brand promotions team, and as a result, the successful individual must possess strong verbal and written communication skills, along with the ability to build and cultivate consumer relationships on all levels. This is a full-time position with flexible hours and our client offers a competitive, hourly base plus performance bonuses. Accountabilities 1. Project Leadership Responsible for leading key promotional sales & marketing elements to drive brand exposure, consumer brand perception and brand market share / consumer product revenue amongst the end-consumer. 2. Creative Problem Solving With a 'Can Do' attitude, the Assistant Brand Manager, will be a dynamic member of both the marketing team and the promotional sales team, using his/her strong analytical skills combined with breakthrough thinking to develop powerful insights and execute consumer focused marketing strategies designed to move each brand forward and deliver unparalleled results to our client. 3. Executing with Excellence The successful Assistant Brand Manager will possess the ability to increase consumer brand reach, build brand recognition and develop a viable client base for each brand and its consumer based products by proactively engaging with customers on a personal level. Qualifications At least six months experience in marketing and/or promotions and/or category management preferred. Experience independently managing projects & overcoming obstacles to execute with excellence Strong analytical and problem solving skills with the ability to translate key insights into compelling action Experience generating creative ideas that have made a meaningful difference to the organization Be an independent self-starter who thrives on tacking challenges Excellent written/verbal communication skills Ability to understand consumers and to empathize with those unlike themselves A proven track record as a strong project leader and excellent communicator Have a track record of challenging conventions and an ability to initiate action Team player with strong people skills and a proven ability to build relationships at all levels of the organization Demonstrates energetic leadership, using a 'can-do' attitude that positively influences and energizes their team Previous advertising/marketing/sales/promotions experience an asset Additional Information All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. #J-18808-Ljbffr