Senior Brand Manager

ITW • Houston, TX

4d • Onsite

About The Position

We are looking for a strategic and experienced Senior Brand Manager to lead our flagship brand. This high-impact role is responsible for setting the brand’s strategic direction, managing its full P&L, and driving both daily operations and long-term innovation. With oversight of the company’s largest marketing budget and a team of 2–3 direct reports, this position plays a critical role in shaping the future of our most important brand.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business, or related field (MBA preferred).
• 8–10+ years of progressive brand management experience in consumer goods (CPG experience strongly preferred).
• Demonstrated success in managing large P&L and significant marketing budgets.
• Strong track record of leading innovation projects from concept through execution.
• Naturally curious with the ability to spot trends, opportunities, and insights that can be transformed into business growth.
• Experience building deep consumer intimacy and shaping strategy through both qualitative and quantitative research.
• Comfortable navigating and leading through ambiguity in fast-moving, competitive markets.
• Exceptional strategic thinking, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
• Proven ability to lead, coach, and develop high-performing teams.
• Excellent communication and influencing skills across all levels of the organization.

Responsibilities

• Brand Leadership & Strategy: Define and drive the brand’s strategic roadmap, ensuring alignment with overall company vision and growth objectives.
• P&L Ownership: Manage the full brand P&L, balancing investment, profitability, and market share growth.
• Innovation Pipeline: Lead the development and execution of the brand’s innovation strategy, identifying new growth opportunities in partnership with cross-functional teams.
• Consumer-Centric Growth: Actively seek out consumer insights, category trends, and marketplace opportunities—leveraging both primary and secondary research—to build strong consumer intimacy and transform insights into growth strategies.
• Operational Excellence: Oversee the day-to-day management of the brand, ensuring flawless execution of campaigns, product launches, and key initiatives.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration : Partner closely with Sales, Finance, Supply Chain, R&D, and external agencies to ensure business plans are aligned and executed successfully.
• Talent Development: Lead, coach, and develop a team of 2–3 brand managers/associates, fostering a culture of growth, collaboration, and accountability.
• Stakeholder Communication: Effectively communicate brand strategy, performance, and future plans to senior leadership, influencing decision-making across the organization.
• Entrepreneurial Mindset: Thrive in ambiguity with a solutions-driven approach; challenge the status quo and identify opportunities for breakthrough growth.

Benefits

• Flexible work schedule (including 12 paid holidays)
• 401k Employer Match up to 6%
• Great Insurance options with low premiums through our Living Well program, including dental and vision coverage
• Opportunity to lead the company’s flagship brand with high visibility to senior leadership.
• Dynamic, collaborative environment where innovation and growth are celebrated.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees