Full time
Hybrid
Munich , Germany
Global Brand Innovation Manager (d/f/m)
Essity is a leading global hygiene and healthcare company. We are committed to improving the quality of life through high-quality hygiene and healthcare solutions. We sell our products and solutions in around 150 countries under many strong brands, including the global market leaders TENA and Tork, as well as well-known brands such as Jobst, Leukoplast, Libero, Libresse, Lotus, Nosotras, Saba, Tempo, Vinda and Zewa.
About the Role
As a Global Brand Innovation Manager (d/f/m), you will play a pivotal role in shaping and executing the global innovation and brand strategy for our Hankies & Facials category.
Although this role does not entail direct managerial oversight, you will serve as a crucial contributor to innovation initiatives within international, cross-functional teams.
This is a Fixed-term position (13 months) based in Aschheim, Munich, which is our global hub for innovation and brand, driving the future of our categories worldwide.
What you will do
Strategic Leadership: Contribute to the global innovation strategy, driving value creation through innovations in the Hankies & Facials category
Innovation Ownership: Identify and capitalize on new opportunities and gaps to enhance the innovation pipeline, aligned with consumer segmentation and brand architecture. Take end-to-end responsibility for innovation projects
Matrix Collaboration: As a project leader you will lead cross functional international teams: partner closely with R&D, the insight team as well as regional marketing and commercial teams
Business Impact: You will ensure that your projects contribute effectively to Essity’s business objectives.
Who you are
Even if not all of the following points apply to you, we would be happy to get to know you and talk about the possibility of working with you!
Extensive experience (minimum 8 years) in international brand management, innovation, and marketing activation within the FMCG sector, ideally in a matrix organization
Proven track record of leading and delivering global innovation projects with significant business impact
Strong strategic and analytical skills, with a comprehensive understanding of P&L management and brand architecture
Excellent leadership and communication skills, with experience in influencing and motivating international, cross-functional teams
Entrepreneurial mindset, high level of initiative, and a passion for innovation
Fluent in English; additional languages (e.g., German, Spanish, French) are a plus
Why Essity?
Work with iconic brands in a truly international environment
Be part of a global innovation team at our Munich hub for brand building
Shape the future of the category and take responsibility for sustainable growth
What we can offer you
The benefits listed refer to the primary location. If you want to start at another location, these may vary.
Compensation & Benefits
Compensation above tariff, 14 salaries, bonus, annual salary adjustment process, pension schemes, anniversary bonus, childcare allowance, Corporate Benefits & other employee benefitsWork-Life-Balance
Hybrid working model, flexible working hours, 40h week with working time based on trust, 30 days of vacation, lifetime working time accountLearning & Development
Structured onboarding, training opportunities such as digital learning platform, coaching & mentoring as possible part of individual development plan, participation in professional conferences and fairsHealth & Well-being
Discounted fitness membership, Lease-a-bike, health and well-being month, mindfulness courses, "PME Familienservice", employee surveysTeam & Collaboration
People culture, communities & networks, co-working spaces, leadership guidelines, canteenMobility
Public transport allowance, bicycle parking, free car parking, e-charging stations
This is Us
At Essity our Beliefs & Behaviours (Care, Collaboration, Courage and Commitment) is the foundation for our inclusive culture and as such something we are living on an everyday basis. With a purpose of Breaking Barriers to Well-being diversity, equity & inclusion is established in our core.
We are committed against discrimination on the basis of color, ethnicity, migration history, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, caregiving responsibilities, disability, chronic illness, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information and other. We explicitly welcome applications from people who are structurally, institutionally, intersectionally discriminated.
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