Associate Brand Manager

Duration: 6 months contract, Full-TimeEmployment Type: W-2 Job Description:This position reports to the Senior Marketing Manager of client Global Body Innovation & Communications and is based at our Summit office (hybrid working policy).The Associate Brand Manager, client Global Body Innovation & Communications, will be responsible for helping shape and execute strong, purpose-led innovation pipeline & communication, anticipating trends and delivering 360 content toolkits to drive consistent brand & portfolio execution globally.The ABM will be instrumental in helping the team identify opportunities to leapfrog competition with disruptive new products claims, communication assets & product innovations, bringing them to life through close partnerships with key cross-functional & commercial teams.Responsibilities:Lead insights to action initiatives through regular monitoring & analysis of global industry trends, category & competitor landscapes and business performance (sales, trends, market share, P&L) to derive actionable business recommendations and enhance strategy & innovation effortsUnderstand and advocate for consumer needs and preferences to support everyday decisions and business actionsPartner with Market Insights & Research to mine consumer insights and category trends relevant to innovation developmentPartner with technical cross-functional partners to deliver competitive claims, packaging designs, and brand presence at shelf to drive business continuity & and new innovationsPartner with R&D, Supply Chain and technical cross-functional partners to lead the end to end execution of key global body innovations on-time, and with excellenceWork with key global agencies to support the creation of 360 communication toolkits to support body business continuity & innovation launches, including digital, social, e-commerce and influencer strategy and assetsCollaborate with key global cluster and market stakeholders to ensure all innovation initiatives are globally relevant and designed to be consistently executed across all regionsSupport budget tracking & managementProactively look for opportunities to expand brand passion and improve consumer experiences with the brand to deliver brand growth goals.Desired QualificationsInnovation experience in Beauty or Skin Care is strongly preferredExperience working with R&D, Market Research, Communications Agencies, Finance, Sales and Project Management is required. Experience working with Legal, Regulatory, and global partners is preferred.Proven ability to understand a consumer target and position a brand/project/innovationWorks well independently while possessing strong leadership & communication skills and a demonstrated history of building collaborative, lasting relationships that deliver business resultsAbility to work well in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple priorities successfullyAbility to work closely with cross functional and other internal teamsHigh level of energy, drive, enthusiasm, and commitment with a strong bias for action and prioritizationOutstanding verbal and written communication skills, as well as demonstrated ability to work confidently and respectfully at all levels of an organization, both internally and externallySomeone who is highly creative with the ability to think out of the boxComfortable working with numbers, metrics & spreadsheetsAble to influence key partners with ideas that build value.Experience:A minimum of 5 years of marketing, innovation, and/or sales experience is requiredPrevious brand management or sales experience at CPG is required.Skills:Marketing, CPG industry and brand managementEducation:A BA/BS in Marketing or a related business fieldAbout US Tech Solutions:US Tech Solutions is a global staff augmentation firm providing a wide range of talent on-demand and total workforce solutions. To know more about US Tech Solutions, please visit www.ustechsolutions.com. US Tech Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.Recruiter Details:Name: I.Prudvi kumarEmail: Internal Id:26-05559