Brand Manager

SC JOHNSON IS A FIFTH-GENERATION FAMILY COMPANY BUILT ON THE SPIRIT OF OUR PEOPLE. We have been leading with purpose for over 130 years, building iconic brands that win the hearts and minds of consumers – such as Raid®, Glade®, Ziploc® and more, in virtually every country around the world. Together, we are creating a better future – for the planet, for future generations and for every SCJ team member. Join our winning team of Wave Makers and Go Getters and help us write the next chapter in the SCJ story.

Brand Manager

• Midrand, Gauteng

About the Role:

Will report into Marketing Manager for Africa Cluster. The role is responsible for developing, managing, and creating sustainable brand based on a comprehensive understanding consumer needs, anticipating and adapting to market shifts across key markets within the Cluster. Required for the role, is an organised individual with the ability to multi-task and prioritise. Work well within team environment and individually when needed.

Key Responsibilities:

• Comprehensive understanding of category dynamics supported with business resources to seek out opportunities to solve long terms and short-term needs.
• Develop brand plans for the year ahead, clearly articulating specific focus areas (NPD’s/Activities/Pricing/Distribution/Country Expansion) for brand.
• Translate consumer insights into innovative product solutions.
• Involvement in end-to-end process of new product development.
• Work cross functionally with internal stakeholders to drive marketing-support activities based on brand strategy.
• Managing external agencies to deliver on relevant consumer campaigns and delivering return on investment based on business objectives.
• Understanding of brand P&L, with recommendations of clear action points where needed.
• Extracting, analysing, and providing clear insights based on Nielsen and other retailer related databases.
• A&P responsibility and management

Experience you’ll bring:

• 3-5 years minimum experience in brand management with relevant exposure to core marketing competencies:
  • Consumer insight
  • New product development
  • Project management
  • Go-to-market planning and execution.
  • Commercial understanding
  • MS Office and Nielsen understanding
• Qualification: Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing/IMM Diploma (Marketing Preferred)

About us:

SC Johnson is a fifth-generation family company built on a spirit of adventure and winning the right way. We have been leading with purpose for over 130 years, building top brands such as Raid®, Glade®, Kiwi®, OFF!®, Windex®, Ziploc® and more, in virtually every country. Through these household names, we are making a positive difference to the world around us. But we only succeed with the combined vitality and strength of our 13,000 people who we truly value and support in their pursuit of individual and shared goals.

This role is not available for relocation and candidate must be eligible to work in the country of application

Inclusion & Diversity 

We’re a global business, with people from every culture, ethnicity, race, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, and ability. We recognize the breadth of human experience, and we work to celebrate it. It is our goal to build a diverse, inclusive, and supportive work environment where all people can thrive.  

We’re committed to ongoing efforts that help us attract, hire, and retain diverse talent who want to build a positive, inclusive environment. Read more about our ongoing initiatives at https://jobs.scjohnson.com/inclusion.