Brand Manager
Lovehoney Group is the worlds leading sexual wellbeing company, with the mission to elevate pleasure through innovative technologies, a data-driven approach, and foster creative and fresh perspectives on intimacy. We offer exciting brands with innovative, high-quality sex toys, lingerie, and accessories in a streamlined online shopping experience.
At Lovehoney, we employ over 800 passionate and progressive individuals across 9 global offices, each person contributing a unique blend of talents to our diverse workforce. We are proud to be a company that thrives by doing things differently, challenging expectations and stereotypes while making a positive impact on our customers lives.
Join us at Lovehoney, where pleasure combines with creativity, data, and innovation!
We are currently looking for a Brand Manager (Mainstream and B2C) to lead our biggest direct-to-consumer brand, focusing on mainstream channels such as grocery and drugstore. You will be instrumental in driving growth through strategic brand management, proactive project management, and cross-functional collaboration.
What you will do
* Develop and manage brand and product portfolio strategies to drive growth, specifically targeting mainstream retail channels.
* Coordinate and execute go-to-market plans for new product launches, including strategy development, budgeting, and timeline management.
* Create compelling sales presentations, analyze scan data, and provide actionable recommendations.
* Brief and manage internal and external agencies to develop creative assets, including packaging, global campaign visuals, and messaging across all offline and online channels.
* Analyze market research, financial data, and competitor benchmarking to inform strategic decisions regarding pricing, positioning, and product performance.
* Proactively manage multiple projects simultaneously, meeting tight deadlines and ensuring alignment with objectives.
* Collaborate effectively with product development and sales teams, maintaining consistent and impactful brand messaging.
What you should bring
* 35 years of experience in Brand Management, ideally within FMCG, with a focus on grocery and mainstream retail channels.
* Proven experience in sales presentations, data analysis (including scan data), and the ability to deliver strategic recommendations.
* Demonstrable experience managing cross-functional projects independently and proactively.
* Strong skills in briefing and managing internal and external creative agency partners.
* Strategic commercial thinking with a proven ability to develop and execute brand and product portfolio strategies.
* Analytical skills, with the capability to interpret market research and financial data to drive informed strategic decisions.
* Beneficial experience with international markets such as the UK, France, and the US.
What we can offer you
* A welcoming workplace full of drinks, snacks, friendly faces and fun team-building events
* Access to unique discounts at high street retailers, hotels, and service providers, in addition to a 50% discount on all Lovehoney products to explore and discover new ways to have fun
* Enjoy a hybrid work model that fosters flexibility and work-life balance, with three days per week in-office and the opportunity to work remotely for up to 4 weeks per year, alongside 25 days holiday, plus an additional day for each year you are with Lovehoney, providing ample time for relaxation, rejuvenation, and exploration
* Access to customised training opportunities to support your unique learning journey, complemented by biannual feedback cycles, offering valuable insights into your performance and growth areas, enhancing your development within the company.
* Recognising the significance of physical and mental health, we proudly provide gym benefits in addition to a mental wellbeing platform, to ensure our employees thrive both professionally and personally.
Our interview process
* CV review
* Interview with one of Talent Acquisition Team Members
* Hiring Manager Interview
* Hiring Team Interview
Lovehoney Group is an equal opportunities employer. We promise that every qualified person will be evaluated according to skills regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.
If you require accommodations during the interview process due to a disability, please inform your Talent Acquisition Specialist so that we can ensure a smooth and inclusive experience for all candidates.
At Lovehoney Group, we embrace innovative technologies to enhance our recruitment process. We leverage artificial intelligence during screening interviews for CV reviews and note-taking. We prioritize transparency and respect your preferences, so you'll have the option to opt out of recording and AI-driven note-taking while still receiving full and fair consideration for the role.
We currently have a hybrid work model supporting a blend of in-office and remote work (3 days per week in-office).
If we sparked your interest and you are open to embarking on your professional path with us, please visit our Lovehoney careers page to apply: https://jobs.eu.lever.co/lovehoneygroup
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