ABOUT RICHMOND
Richmond is Ireland’s leading, trend-spotting, premium brand builder. Founded in 1992, Richmond’s philosophy is simple; have great brands in our portfolio and hire great people – Where Great Brands Meet Great People. We are not simply a distributor; we are brand builders who love to challenge the norms, disrupt the status quo, and bring new ideas and products to market.
THE ROLE
We are looking for a rising star to manage the number 1 Healthy Bar in Ireland; Fulfil. This person will focus on developing and executing brand and trade marketing plans on the Island of Ireland (ROI & NI). The Brand Manager will play a pivotal role in managing and executing marketing strategies that strengthen Fulfil’s brand presence and drive commercial success across trade channels. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to develop and implement impactful marketing initiatives that engage consumers, drive retail sales, and build long-term brand equity in the market. If you are looking for a challenge, to stand out and create a lasting legacy then this role is for you!
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Create and execute a clear brand strategy for Fulfil, working with Ferrero, alongside local agencies to bring to life best-in-class activation which build brand fame and top of mind awareness. Always look to disrupt the norms and outsmart competition.
Build and implement Fulfil brand & trade marketing plans for the island of Ireland with a focus on increasing distribution, rate-of-sale and top of mind awareness.
Work closely with Sales, Category and Finance to create tailored promotional plans and trade marketing materials that align with both brand and retail objectives.
Manage budget efficiently and track effectiveness of brand campaigns and promos.
Be the gatekeeper and manage existing portfolio and NPDs.
Build and execute plans to maximise impact of NPD lines and products.
Be entrepreneurial and constantly look at ways to improve brand and business performance.
Build strong and credible relationships with brand principals. Deliver best-in-class brand plans, monthly and quarterly brand reviews.
Be the brand guardian for Fulfil.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
5+ years’ experience in brand marketing and trade marketing ideally within FMCG. Knowledge of the Irish trade preferrable.
Passionate about consumer trends and building brands.
Collaborative mindset.
Creative thinker with strong problem-solving skills.
Commercially astute with strong analytical skills.
A resilient self-starter and result driven individual.
Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
EDUCATION & QUALIFICATIONS
· Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business, Communications, or a related field.