Brand Manager

Onward Search is a specialized staffing and talent solutions company that helps professionals find top jobs with the nation’s leading brands. We are excited to partner with a global leader in the food and beverage industry to recruit a Brand Manager (Contract) based in Chicago, IL.

As a Brand Manager for this world-renowned company, you will join the Marketing and Strategy team for North American Coffee and play a critical role in developing long-term strategies, formulating marketing plans, and defining pricing, advertising, and promotion strategies. This is a 6-month contract position with the possibility for extension, offering you the opportunity to make a meaningful impact within an iconic global brand.

Key Responsibilities:

• Define the brand vision and portfolio strategy, and create 1-3 year plans in collaboration with cross-functional teams.
• Analyze consumer, category, competition, and channel insights to identify new growth opportunities.
• Work closely with Project Management, R&D, Supply Chain, Procurement, Finance, and other key teams to develop strategy, distribution, pricing, promotions, and merchandising plans.
• Coach and mentor one direct report to drive team success and development.

Qualifications:

• Education: BA/BS Degree required.
• Experience: 5+ years of experience in CPG brand management roles, with a focus on coffee portfolios or other commodity-driven categories (e.g., cheese, dairy, cocoa beans, meats).
• Proven ability to lead and manage cross-functional teams and stakeholders effectively.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to leverage data to drive actionable insights.

Perks & Benefits:

• Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
• Financial: Life Insurance, 401k Program, Commuter Benefits.
• Growth: eLearning, Education Reimbursement, Ongoing Training & Development.
• Eligibility: To qualify for our benefits package, you must work over 30 hours per week, and the length of the assignment must be a minimum of 10 weeks.

If you're a results-driven Brand Manager with a passion for the food and beverage industry, we encourage you to apply today! Our recruitment team will guide you through the interview process and advocate on your behalf to ensure you have the best possible opportunity for success.

Employer Details:

• Onward Search is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in an employment with regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status or any other classification protected by federal, state and local laws and ordinances. Candidates must be at least 18 years old to be considered for employment. EOE/M/F/D/V/SO.
• In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.
• Onward Search is unable to support 1099 / Corp-to-Corp or Independent Contractor arrangements at this time. All freelancers will be paid as W2 employees.
• Onward Search offers medical, dental, vision benefits, as well as a 401k program, for all eligible full time temporary assignments.
• Onward Search is a drug-free workplace.
• Onward Search is a nationwide staffing agency and talent solutions provider specializing in creative, marketing and technology. Our clients are continuously turning to us to fill their open positions. Therefore, there is no application deadline for this position, as we are seeking candidates for this type of role across all our clients on an ongoing basis.