Assistant Brand Manager

Job Description

Job Title: Assistant Brand Manager
Job Type: Contract
Contract Length: 6 Months (Potential for extension)
Location: North York, ON (Hybrid – 3 days/week on-site)

We’re partnering with a leading CPG company to find a driven and detail-oriented Assistant Brand Manager for a 6-month contract. This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic marketing team and contribute to the strategic development and execution of brand initiatives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage relationships and deliverables with external agencies (PR, shopper marketing, advertising, research, graphic design, etc.) efficiently and cost-effectively.
• Provide regular updates on brand performance by tracking shipment volumes, consumption trends, competitive activity, and in-market initiatives.
• Conduct market and brand analysis to support strategic planning and execution within a fast-moving CPG environment.
• Oversee brand budgets and invoicing processes, liaising with both Finance and external vendors.
• Develop compelling presentations to communicate strategy, performance, and insights.
• Interpret and apply findings from qualitative and quantitative research to inform product and marketing decisions.
• Assist in the development and management of artwork, packaging, SKU changes, and merchandising materials.
• Support the creation and implementation of consumer activation plans.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Sales, Supply Chain, Legal, Finance) and liaise with international counterparts in the US and global offices (Luxembourg, Alba).
• Work with legal to ensure proper use of brand assets and compliance in third-party interactions.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field
• Minimum 3 years of experience or exposure to brand marketing in the CPG industry.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Demonstrated project management capabilities and organizational skills
• Familiarity with AC Nielsen or other syndicated data sources
• Budget management experience preferred
• Bilingualism (French and/or Italian) is considered an asset