Brand Manager at Seven Up Bottling Company

The job holder will have full responsibility for developing best in-class and cost effective marketing strategy, and execute the same through the available resources, within the specified budgets and timelines, with a view to attain the volume, market share and brand KPJ objectives. 

Specific duties and responsibilities shall include the following: 
Help shape the 3 year business plan, for the brand with emphasis on an I8-month horizon.
Understand and leverage consumer passion points & develop briefing strategy and guidelines for Brand Communications programs aligned with the activation platform.
Interface with agencies, manage agency performance contracts and stewards relationship.
Manage and evaluate third party suppliers to ensure excellence is delivered across the marketing mix.
Execute PR/digital management/new media approaches using input from media team and brand strategy and plan. Responsible for Sponsorship execution in ATL domain in conjunction with Sponsorship Manager.
Responsible for Region-specific campaigns including radio, outdoor and print specific initiatives.
Co-create, Brief and manage ATL components ofTTL campaigns. Manages ATL budget (media. production, fees). 

The Person: 
This is a management position and the successful applicant wil be expected to have the following minimum qualifications:
A tertiary degree preferably masters.
5 years experience in marketing as a manager in another FMCG company(Preferably Multinational).
"Hands on" person, business driven, excellent marketing skills and proven ability to develop and execute successful marketing plans for a new and existing products.
Strong management and team building skills, with successful experience leading cross-functional team.
Excellent communication skills, including fluent English in written and spoken.
Must be highly computer literate.

Compensation: 
The compensation attached to this position is very attractive and competitive