job summary: They would consider 100% remote for the right candidate, at this time to doesn't sound like it would convert or extend. Associate Brand Manager, Categories will be a key member of our Brands team, who can adapt to new environments and teams and has the passion to work on a brand that will bring a positive impact to the world. This role will include managing high-impact projects, including but not limited to product renovation, line extension launches, brand design, enterprise strategies, and the day-to-day business activity (e.g., sales performance analysis, volume forecasting, budget management, etc.). The ideal candidate will be both analytical and strategic, able to turn data findings into strategically told stories to influence senior leaders. They will demonstrate leadership of their responsibilities and projects, acting pragmatically and influencing across the organization to deliver with excellence. They will be a growth-minded leader who demonstrates grit, thinks and acts in a disciplined, yet disruptive way, and who can thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. Associate Brand Manager may be responsible for, but not limited to: - Identifying key trends and analyzing market opportunities. - Developing good stories to sell in product ideas both internally and externally. - Developing opportunities to explore innovation trends in the real world. - Developing total enterprise strategies and multi-year platform innovation. - Serve as the "hub-of-the wheel to drive Collaboration with cross functional teams to develop and execute multiple projects in parallel - Building effective relationships with key internal and external partners. - Manage budget in close collaboration with finance and team. - Partner with Brand team and key cross-functional stakeholders to manage media campaigns and Integrated marketing execution, tracking, reporting and optimization. - Leading critical portfolio management projects (including but not limited to line extensions, packaging updates, and minor renovations) with cross-functional stakeholders. - Serve as the voice of the business by leading data analytics and reporting efforts; performing consumer, customer, and competitive analysis; monitoring key performance metrics; and managing ad-hoc requests. - Responsible for P&L oversight, forecasting and GPS/demand planning with guidance from Brand Manager. - Contribute Good POV on media strategies and consumer targeting to guide tactical planning efforts. - Manage marketing activities inclusive of owned, earned, and paid media channel tactics. About You: - BA/BS or equivalent experience required, preferably in Marketing or related field - 1-2 years of brand management or marketing experience required - Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) Experience - Agility: ability to adapt quickly to different teams and Brand missions, driving for performance and providing business continuity. - Flexibility: open to supporting various brands (of various size/scope, etc) and consistently changing focus area (brand/BU) via short-term assignments - Good communication and storytelling skills (written and verbal) - Proven leadership capability - Collaborative team player, with experience leading cross-functional teams - Good business acumen - Results oriented and able to respond quickly to changing marketplace dynamics - Strategic influencing abilities - Ability to analyze / lead the business from a marketing and general management perspective - Good MS PowerPoint and Excel skill location: White Plains, New York job type: Contract salary: $44.09 - 48.50 per hour work hours: 8am to 4pm education: Bachelors responsibilities: Associate Brand Manager, Categories will be a key member to our Brands team, who can adapt to new environments and teams and has the passion to work on a brand that will bring a positive impact to the world. This role will include managing high impact projects, including but not limited to product renovation, line extension launches, brand design, enterprise strategies, and the day-to-day business activity (e.g., sales performance analysis, volume forecasting, budget management, etc.). The ideal candidate will be both analytical and strategic, able to turn data findings into strategically told stories to influence senior leaders. They will demonstrate leadership of their responsibilities and projects, acting pragmatically and influencing across the organization to deliver with excellence. They will be a growth-minded leader who demonstrates grit, thinks and acts in a disciplined, yet disruptive way, and who can thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. Associate Brand Manager may be responsible for, but not limited to: - Identifying key trends and analyzing market opportunities. - Developing good stories to sell in product ideas both internally and externally. - Developing opportunities to explore innovation trends in the real world. - Developing total enterprise strategies and multi-year platform innovation. - Serve as the "hub-of-the wheel to drive Collaboration with cross functional teams to develop and execute multiple projects in parallel - Building effective relationships with key internal and external partners. - Manage budget in close collaboration with finance and team. - Partner with Brand team and key cross-functional stakeholders to manage media campaigns and Integrated marketing execution, tracking, reporting and optimization. - Leading critical portfolio management projects (including but not limited to line extensions, packaging updates, and minor renovations) with cross-functional stakeholders. - Serve as the voice of the business by leading data analytics and reporting efforts; performing consumer, customer, and competitive analysis; monitoring key performance metrics; and managing ad-hoc requests. - Responsible for P&L oversight, forecasting and GPS/demand planning with guidance from Brand Manager. - Contribute big POV on media strategies and consumer targeting to guide tactical planning efforts. - Manage marketing activities inclusive of owned, earned, and paid media channel tactics. About You: - BA/BS or equivalent experience required, preferably in Marketing or related field - 1-2 years of brand management or marketing experience required - Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) Experience - Agility: ability to adapt quickly to different teams and Brand missions, driving for performance and providing business continuity. - Flexibility: open to supporting various brands (of various size/scope, etc) and consistently changing focus area (brand/BU) via short-term assignments - good communication and storytelling skills (written and verbal) - Proven leadership capability - Collaborative team player, with experience leading cross-functional teams - good business acumen - Results oriented and able to respond quickly to changing marketplace dynamics - Strategic influencing abilities - Ability to analyze / lead the business from a marketing and general management perspective - good MS PowerPoint and Excel skill qualifications: Experience level: ExperiencedEducation: Bachelors skills: Product Management (5 years of experience is required)food services industry (3 years of experience is required)consumer packaged goods (3 years of experience is required) Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com. Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, an incentive and recognition program, and 401K contribution (all benefits are based on eligibility). For certain assignments, Covid-19 vaccination and/or testing may be required by Randstad's client or applicable federal mandate, subject to approved medical or religious accommodations. Carefully review the job posting for details on vaccine/testing requirements or ask your Randstad representative for more information.