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Senior Brand Manager, Prepared Cocktails


Company : Proximo Spirits


Location : jersey city, NJ


Created : 2024-04-20


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

POSITION SUMMARYDevelop and execute the Marketing strategy and plan for the #1 tequila prepared cocktails portfolio in the US market, Jose Cuervo RTS and RTD cocktails, to drive profitable and sustainable growth.PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIESOwnership of a large brand portfolio (3M+ total cases)Own the development and execution of brand strategy from ideation through execution, with large degree of autonomy, to drive growth for the brandDesign brand strategy to align with overall brand goals and Proximo's long-term organizational strategyLead Marketing plan developmentDevelop an innovation framework and execute against it.Develop new & innovative line-extensions (new packaging, liquid, etc.) to drive consumer demandPartner with Communications Trade Marketing (POS, influencers, digital & social copy) to expand brand footprint to execute marketing campaignsIdentify new opportunities (experiential marketing, advertising, influencers, platforms, technology, media partners etc.) to increase consumer reach, awareness, and demandIdentify new digital media strategies that place Proximo's brands at the leading edge of the marketReach annual Sales goals for designated brand line by developing content that aligns with market demands as indicated by SalesLead day-to-day management of the Agency partners (i.e. creative, digital, social, media), ensuring integration and overall strategic alignment, and defining rules of engagementEffectively manage brand budgets to optimize marketing spendTrack and manage brand health (Nielsen, NABCA, brand P&L)KEY COMPETENCIESInnovation- Displays original thinking and creativity; Meets challenges with resourcefulness; Generates suggestions for improving work; Develops innovative approaches and ideas; Presents ideas and information in a manner that gets others' attention.Judgment- Displays willingness to make decisions; Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Supports and explains reasoning for decisions; Includes appropriate people in decision-making process; Makes timely decisions.PlanningOrganizing- Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Plans for additional resources; Sets goals and objectives; Organizes or schedules other people and their tasks; Develops realistic action plans. Self-starter.Business Acumen- Understands business implications of decisions; Displays orientation to profitability; Demonstrates knowledge of market and competition; Aligns work with strategic goals.Analytical Thinking- Synthesizes complex or diverse information; Collects and researches data; Uses intuition and experience to complement data; Designs workflows and procedures.Financial Acumen- Demonstrates a strong understanding of critical business and financial metrics, and the impact of Marketing on organizational outcomes; Utilizes P&L statements to manage marketing budgets and spend; Strategically manages the impact of tax and discounts on product mercial Acumen- Strategy, pricing, promotion, distribution, negotiation and accountability. Leverages knowledge of the three-tier distribution model and spirits industry to create win-win marketing solutions for Marketing, Sales and distribution partners; Ensures the highest return on investment for promotions and trade marketing spend by ensuring alignment between target markets, Sales and distribution partners.Future Focus- Thinks beyond the current state to plan for the future; Strategically identifies potential future opportunities that will increase market share and profit; Looks ahead to identify likely obstacles and opportunities that may impact the success of plans or activities; Plans for contingencies.KEY RELATIONSHIPSINTERNAL: Trade Marketing, Commercial Strategy, PR Digital, Internal Sales , Distillery Team, Finance, Operations Customer Service & Consumer InsightsEXTERNAL: Join Venture Partners, Agencies (DesignsCreative, PR, Media, Social, POS, etc.)& Distributor PartnersKNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE7 - 10 years of brand marketing experience in Alcohol or FMCG.Hands on experiencing managing and synthesizing data & insights from industry tools (NielsenIRIVIPetc.).A strongtrack record of developing andimplementing innovative marketing strategies that have consistently met or exceeded planned goals.Demonstrated ability to thrive in an entrepreneurial, fast paced and dynamic environment.Proven track record of managing marketing budgets, leading marketing agencies, driving NPD and developing sell stories tools.Forward thinker, who proactively seeks opportunities to create a big impact.Demonstrated understanding of consumer insights and aligning all strategies to feed these needs.BSBA degree in marketing or related field required (MBA a plus).Willingness to roll up sleeves and find solutions.Proficient in Excel, PowerPoint and Word.The salary range for this role is a base salary of $134,400 - $173,000 along with an annual bonus, 401K match, and medical and wellness benefits. The range will vary if outside of this location. Base salaries are determined during our interview process, by assessing a candidate's experience and skill set against internal peers and against the scope and responsibilities of the position.