Knorr Innovation End-to-End Associate Brand Manager

Unilever • Hoboken, NJ

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About The Position

Knorr is Unilever’s 2nd largest brand globally, launched in 1838. In the US, Knorr aims to be a force for good, making good food accessible to all Americans. The brand is known for delivering affordable products that bring exciting flavors to everyday dishes and has unlimited growth potential in the US. Knorr is undergoing an exciting transformation to elevate its innovation and drive unprecedented growth, aiming for $1 billion by 2027. The launch of Ready to Heat Cups exemplifies leveraging Unilever technologies to win in high-growth spaces. The Innovation End-to-End Assistant Brand Manager will report to the Senior Innovation Brand Manager and will be responsible for transforming the Knorr brand's consumer perception, evolving the portfolio, and crafting a compelling long-term innovation funnel within the Meal Makers and Cups categories to drive the brand to new heights.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 3+ years of experience in Brand or CPG marketing.
• A creative mindset.
• Excellent analytical and problem solving skills.
• Has a real passion for innovation, crafting mixes that truly excite consumers.
• Excellent oral/written and presentation skills; ability to tailor communication style across multiple disciplines and leadership levels.
• Experience leading or working with large teams, with the ability to build rapport and influence cross-functional and global partners.
• Strong track record of successful product launches.
• Foodie/Nutrition literacy coupled with an eye for aesthetic, design, and attention for details.
• Comfortable with using data throughout aspects of the role, turning consumer and social insights into strategic thinking, and building viable financial models.

Nice To Haves

• MBA preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and own creative campaign development for specific innovation projects.
• Lead and own assigned innovation projects across multiple stages, including strategy & concept development, pricing, P&L creation, innovation forecasting, and go-to-market creative development.
• Partner with sales to develop compelling selling stories for innovations, rooted in category growth strategy.
• Bring best-in-class knowledge on the latest innovation trends and technologies, as well as competitive products to each project.
• Own and manage the innovation budget and resources allocated.

Benefits

• health insurance (including prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage)
• retirement savings benefits
• life insurance
• disability benefits
• parental leave
• sick leave
• paid vacation
• paid holidays
• access to numerous voluntary benefits

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees