Assistant Brand Manager | Sydney

Job Description

AB World Foods is a sister company to GWF. At AB World Foods, we are all about inspiring people to explore the incredible Flavours of the World and you will certainly be familiar with one of our brands: Patak's. Founded in 1958 by Mr. Kirit Pathak, our curry sauces, spice pastes, pappadums & pickles have inspired generations of households from all around the world.

AB World Foods head offices are located in the UK with international hubs all around the World. Being part of Associated British Foods plc. and sister company to George Weston Foods, creates opportunities to connect with like-minded colleagues. This role will be based at our North Ryde office.

In the Assistant brand manager role, you will be part of a small, dynamic cross-functional team and have an opportunity to work on a wide range of projects. Your primary focus will be on Patak's expansion in Australia and New Zealand and your role will play a major part in supporting us deliver our initiatives. There will also be exciting opportunities to work on some new projects.

Some of the key accountabilities for this role will include (but are not limited to):

• Portfolio Management and support to Commercial and Brand Planning,
• Project Management,
• Bringing EPD / NPDs to Market,
• BTL, Shopper and Digital Communications,
• E-commerce,
• Tracking & Reporting

About You

• Minimum 3 - 4 years marketing and sales experience in a branded business (ideally FMCG or retailer)
• High attention to detail. Demonstrate strong organisational and project management skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and influencing skills. Have a reputation as a strong team player with the ability to multi-task and prioritise.
• Curious and inquisitive about consumer / shopper behaviour, with determination to deliver exceptional results
• Real Interest in a wider commercial agenda – commercially astute (beyond marketing activities)
• Strong analytical skills and a level of competency using IRI and/or other analytical resources to analyse brand performance and make recommendations 
• Ability to work flexible hours to accommodate after work calls with ABWF Hubs around the world
• Real interest in consumers, food, and cooking

Apply Now

To apply for this opportunity please submit your application by clicking on the ‘apply now' button or please feel free to contact Saul Bunton on 0439 336 225 for a confidential discussion.

Applicants for this position may be required to undertake pre-employment screening tests.