Associate Brand Manager

Job Description:

This Associate Brand Manager position reports to a Brand Manager and will assist on multiple tasks related to various brands. Duties include a combination of administrative, project management and specialized assignments. The associate will be expected to facilitate the progression of projects as well as multi-tasking and flawlessly executing multiple projects.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare and maintain brand calendars, presentations, line lists, order forms, product training and merchandising launch plans
• Facilitate marketing, field and merchandising materials by coordinating requirements with multiple departments; inventorying stock; placing orders; verifying receipt etc.,
• Execute creative briefings for various creative needs (retailer flyers, print advertising, online/e-commerce initiatives, merchandising requirements etc.)
• Assist with Canadian ready marketing layouts (copy development & proofing)
• Research competitive products by identifying and evaluating product characteristics, market share, pricing, advertising; maintaining research databases
• Supports marketing staff by providing sales data, market trends, forecasts, account analyses
• Manage and maintain new item management database for various brands
• Monitor and report brand’s marketing activities relevant to Canadian Market
• Manage regulatory requirements including research, submission, follow-up and maintaining database
• Maintain Showroom, Sample Room and Work Room
• Complete sample requisition/fulfillment for various requirements (PR, Meetings, advertising etc.)
• Coordinates meetings and trade shows by identifying, assembling, and coordinating requirements; establishing contacts; developing schedules and assignments
• May be required to update and manage social holidays calendars to assist in marketing concepts
• Monitors budgets by comparing results with plans and forecasts
• Assist with promotional planning, tracking and allocations
• Assist with inventory management
• Perform day to day duties as required (Photocopying, Packing, Shipping, Gift wrapping, etc.)

Requirements:

• Minimum of 1 year experience in the Beauty industry or a related field is preferred
• University degree or college diploma in Business Administration / Marketing
• Intermediate skills in Word, PowerPoint, and Excel including formulations such as VLOOKUP, ROUNDUP, PIVOT TABLES etc.
• Ability to prioritize, plan and manage multiple projects
• Demonstrate a strong sense of urgency and the ability to prioritize tasks effectively to meet tight deadlines and time-sensitive requirements
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Detail oriented and organized
• Strong analytical skills
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment
• Willing to work overtime if required
• Access to vehicle is an asset