Senior Brand Leader, Neutrogena

Kenvue•Markham, ON

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

At Kenvue, we realize the extraordinary power of everyday care. Built on over a century of heritage and rooted in science, we’re the house of iconic brands - including NEUTROGENA®, AVEENO®, TYLENOL®, LISTERINE®, JOHNSON’S® and BAND-AID® that you already know and love. Science is our passion; care is our talent. Our global team is ~ 22,000 brilliant people with a workplace culture where every voice matters, and every contribution is appreciated. We are passionate about insights, innovation and committed to delivering the best products to our customers. With expertise and empathy, being a Kenvuer means having the power to impact millions of people every day. We put people first, care fiercely, earn trust with science and solve with courage – and have brilliant opportunities waiting for you! Join us in shaping our future–and yours.

Requirements

A University degree is required, preferably in Business, Sales, Marketing or another related field.
Minimum 5 years of progressive marketing experience required.
People management and full P&L management experience is required.

Nice To Haves

Consumer Packaged Goods, seasonal product or over-the-counter product experience is preferred.
Excellent interpersonal and collaboration skills.
Ability to positively influence with outstanding oral/written communication skills.
Advanced problem solving, decision-making and prioritization abilities.
Ability to think analytically and strategically to understand complex or ambiguous problems or issues.
Ability to develop and demonstrate creativity/new ideas that challenge the status quo.
Proficient in project management and financial analysis, including P&L management/forecasting.
Understanding of advertising, media, copy development/adaptation process and working with creative/PR/media agencies.
Deep understanding of digital levers as part of the marketing mix.
Strong command of concept development and new product process.
Proficiency in consumer research methodologies.
Preference for candidates with Skin Care CPG experience.

Responsibilities

Provide marketing leadership and be a key strategic member of the marketing brand team and the broader marketing organization.
Deliver agreed Profit & Loss (P&L) and market share metrics for assigned brands and play a key leadership role within the brand franchise.
Mentor and coach direct reports.
Build the brand vision and strategic plans, leading a large cross-functional team to deliver against multi-year plans, key financial commitments and shape future growth opportunities.
Develop and monitor annual business plans and programs that will improve consumer acceptance, market penetration and product profitability.
Own the implementation of consumer programs including product advertising, packaging and promotional activities, and optimizing their effectiveness.
Engage and partner with Professional Marketing to ensure activity is aligned to short and long term strategies.
Collaborate with internal departments including Customer Strategy, Sales, Finance, Regulatory, Supply Chain and Demand Planning to coordinate team activities/projects and attain short-long term sales and profit commitments.
Identify and recommend new business opportunities.
Support brand initiatives with strategic and key customers.
Be accountable for assessing and developing potential and leadership skills of direct reports. Also responsible to attract, retain and develop future talent for the organization.
Manage agency relations and business partnerships.