Brand Manager, North America – Growth & Innovation

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Brand Manager North America
Full Time Regular Professional Eugene, OR, US

7 days ago Requisition ID: 1358

Title of Role:

Brand Manager

Department:

Brand Experience

East West Tea is seeking a talented, passionate, and experienced Brand Manager to join our Brand Experience team!

The Brand Manager works closely with the Senior Brand Manager to work with cross-functional groups to execute strategies and tactics to drive growth.

WHO WE ARE:
We are the well-being company that exists to inspire and enhance everyday life through trust and good will. Our guiding principles, beliefs, and philosophies shape our identity. They are the essence of our culture and define how we do what we do.

We are Intentional – we chose to lead with positive intent. Mindful – we are present and aware of how we show up in the world. People – we value and respect all people and communities. Authentic – we are real and transparent with everything we do. Committed – we are committed to quality products while sustaining our planet. Trust – we consistently align our words with our actions.

OUR INVESTMENT IN YOU:

We have exceptional wellbeing-focused benefits including health, dental, vision and alternative care, life and disability insurance, retirement, paid time off, company picnics, social activities, and a surprise every so often! Who doesn’t love a surprise?

We prioritize sustainability as a business by embedding it into our values, our strategic priorities, our decision-making, and our resource allocations.

We commit to our purpose in every aspect of our culture.

We have employees that are committed to “Doing Good” in our community and around the world.

We are a growing company with products that customers love.

We believe in investing in you and your growth and development.

WHAT YOU’LL OWN:
Operation 50% of time

Lead the team on NA product packaging projects from concept to press check, managing the communication with agencies for, but not limited to ingredient updates, new products, innovation.

Own, manage and track monthly Yogi North America Brand team budget

Supports Senior Brand Manager in collaboration with forecasting and sales for all NPD volume forecasts

Complete regular/key business analyses using syndicated data and shipment data

Deliver consumer insights through syndicated data and market trend analysis

Leads the product innovation process and ensures timely execution

Lead in collaboration of Canada’s brand and market expansion strategies and assortment definition

Relationship and Influencing 30% of time

Lead the collaborative work with Global Marketing and Content teams to support new product launches, brand and product content and marketing campaigns

Preparation of presentations for Executive team and annual sales meetings

Lead the development of stage gates

Strategic 20% of time

Support Brand team in development and execution of the global Yogi brand and product strategy, brand calendar, priorities, objectives, and budgets to build brand equity to translate into attaining volume goals, annual profit, and long-term profit growth

WHAT YOU KNOW AND HAVE EXPERIENCED:

5 years of relevant work experience

Preferred experience in CPG

Experience managing projects and timelines

Experience in working with cross-functional teams

YOU’LL BE A GREAT FIT:

Strong critical thinking ability to navigate and solve complex problems

Solid work ethic, self-starter, and result-oriented

Natural ability to develop strong, trusting relationships

Enjoys collaborating with cross-functional partners

Responsible and a high degree of ownership

Thrives in an ever-changing work environment

Effectively managing a multitude of work responsibilities

Balances attention to detail and swift execution

WHAT WE DO:
We manufacture Yogi and Choice Organics brand products. Yogi has over 40 tea blends made from 140 exotic spices and botanicals sourced from 100% non-GMO growers around the globe. These herbal, green, and black teas are formulated for delicious taste and healthful benefits. Choice Organics offers a collection of organic traditional tea, herbal tea, and unique, flavorful organic tea blends. Choice teas are sourced exclusively from 100% organic and non-GMO growers around the world and are beautifully balanced to perfection for a full-flavored taste experience .

East West Tea Company is an equal opportunity employer. We value and respect each person's individuality and unique talents. We honor diversity and inclusion. The strength of our people and our guiding principles contribute to East West Tea's leadership and continued success in the natural tea category.

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