Job Description
Kenvue is currently recruiting for-
Dr.Ci-Labo Associate Brand Manager
This position reports to Brand Manager i s based at Kudanshita, Tokyo
Department- Premium Derma Brand Development Team, Skin Health & Beauty Asia Pacific
Role reports to- Brand Manager, BDT DCL Marketing within Skin Health & Beauty segment te am in Asia Pacific
Location- Tokyo Japan
Travel %- None to up 10%
Responsibilities
The Associate Brand Manager of Premium Derma Brand Development Team (BDT) Dr.Ci-Labo (DCL) is a key role to accelerate one globalized revenue with accountability for development of new product innovation, from agile innovation to new technologies and benefit platforms, as conveyed through its portfolio, packaging and global communication beyond i ts home market of Japan , but also, China and Asia Pacific Travel Retail . The position will work closely with key functional teams in BDT which are identified as regional team .
Main Duties & Responsibilities
- The Associate Brand Manager will lead development, planning and execution of both short and long-term business initiatives for DCL brand as global scalability to deliver revenue and profit targets. Major job duties include new product innovation development ( from development of new technologies and benefit platforms ), commercialization strategy and global communication development for consumers and Health Care Professionals ( HCPs ) for brand growth .
- Lead project ( s ) for DCL , with a deep understanding of consumer and markets (including markets’ needs, financial plan, customer KPIs ) by gaining guidance from Senior ABM and Brand Manager.
- Gain consumer insight / market intimacy to design innovation plans to meet goals Lead business case and competitive analysis to identify opportunities and support strategic priorities and deliver the professional innovation pipeline ( Stream 1-4 ) for by developing solutions with strong technical skills and knowledge as an expert
- Pioneer use of big data to generate powerful consumer insights for innovation by advising project team members, suggesting to managers
- Create commercial innovation for (e.g. claims innovation, limited editions, science proven technology content for consumers / HCP)
- Drive leadership on global communication campaigns development for the project(s) to proceed independently with guidance from managers and leaders
- Lead project teams, partnering with multi-functional teams (e.g. CBI as Consumer Business Intelligence, R&D, PMO and Supply Chain, Design and Packaging, and Finance team) to conceptualize, research, develop, deliver, and deploy to Market(s) such as Japan, China, and TR.
- Partner with the local team(s) to deploy project(s) and advice BDT perspective for their market’s forecasts, market’s activation plans, and market’s customer planning.
- Demonstrate owner mindset is to take personal accountability to execute in excellence to consumers which drives impact to the brand short term and long term business.
DCL Marketing , Premium Derma Brand Development Team plays a critical role in our Skin Health & Beauty strategy, taking strong ownership to achieve globalizing scalability with an ambition to be one of the top power brands by 2030. He/she will operate with agility, curiosity and an entrepreneurial mindset to innovate, learn and champion best practices in partnership with cross functional partners and marketing counterparts in the Global teams, AP region, locally.
Qualifications
- A BA degree is required.Master’s in business or marketing specialization preferred.
- A minimum of 6-8 years of progressive experience in setting a vision and executing in a similar integrated brand leadership role within a consumer-packaged goods organization, preferably with a breadth of functional and /or industry experience is required. Beauty experience is preferred.
- Fluency in English and Japanese is required.
- Ability to travel up to 20% is required and attend meetings beyond business day in own time zone.
Knowledge/ Skills
- Experience marketing in a digital world, (i.e., social media, e-commerce, analytics, on-line) and is required.
- Experience leading in a matrix environment and cross functional teams is required.
- Demonstrated financial acumen in making effective business decisions is required.
- Demonstrated skill in executing and delivering brand / marketing leadership in a similar integrated brand leadership role is required.
- Experience in successful partnership with R&D organizations to develop innovative products supported by specific and relevant brand messaging is required.
- Proven success in developing strategic agency partnerships to build long term brand health and business
Personal Attributes / Leadership Profile
- Big picture orientation and Strategic thinking
- Results & Performance Driven
- Sense of Urgency
- Prudent Risk Taking
- Collaboration & One -team mindset
About the Company
At Kenvue , we realize the extraordinary power of everyday care. Built on over a century of heritage and rooted in science, we’re the house of iconic brands - including Neutrogena, Aveeno, Tylenol, Listerine, Johnson’s and BAND-AID® Brand Adhesive Bandages that you already know and love. Science is our passion; care is our talent. Our global team is made up of ~ 22,000 diverse and brilliant people, passionate about insights, innovation and committed to delivering the best products to our customers. With expertise and empathy, being a Kenvuer means having the power to impact the life of millions of people every day. We put people first, care fiercely, earn trust with science and solve with courage – and have brilliant opportunities waiting for you! Join us in shaping our future–and yours. For more information, click here.
What’s In It For You
- Competitive Total Rewards Package*
- Paid Company Holidays, Paid Vacation, Volunteer Time & More!
- Learning & Development Opportunities
- Employee Resource Groups
Kenvue is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.