It’s amazing what can happen over a cup of coffee. At JACOBS DOUWE EGBERTS, we’ve made it our mission to find out. Our people have been raising the bar since day one, thinking fast and acting even faster to make an impact that’s felt around the world. JDE is the home to some of the most well-known coffee brands in the world.  Today our coffee & tea portfolio is available in over 100 countries around the world through iconic household names including: Moccona, L'OR, Harris Coffee Co, TiÓra, Jacobs, Tassimo, Senseo, Douwe Egberts, Super, Kenco, Pilao & Gevalia. We’ve built our business on the belief that everyone deserves the coffee they love – no matter who you are, where you live or how you take it. We are an equal opportunity employer and believe that diversity; whether that be gender, cultural or generational diversity enhances our workplaces. Please be advised that shortlisted candidates may be required to undertake pre-employment medical and background screening including reference checks.

Due to an internal promotion, this is an incredible opportunity to work on Australia’s most loved coffee brand. You will enjoy the benefits and resources which come with working for a Global company, whilst being empowered through the ownership of a local brand. Australia is the lead Market for the brand which is expanding offshore, and in this role you will be responsible for developing the marketing plan based on the business strategy, brand and communication development, influencing and bringing to market innovation and building exposure of the brand with internal stakeholders.

In this full time role based in Gordon you will:

• Develop and implement the vision and marketing plan
• Be responsible for portfolio management & deployment, NPD management, media planning, campaign creation and execution
• Managing commercials / financials for brand portfolio
• Partner internally to drive even greater brand success

If you’re brimming with entrepreneurial spirit and a drive to succeed, you’ll fit right in here at JDE. Working globally and locally, our Associates have been positively influencing the world of coffee for over 250 years. We love people who are not afraid to try, and who try until they get it right. We value strong convictions and encourage debate. And all this in an open, friendly environment where you can approach anyone and grow any way you like.

As our new Brand Manager, we’re looking for someone who has the following skills and experience:

• Experience working in an FMCG or closely related organisation - ideally in a larger scale business
• Proven track record in launching innovation into market
• Experience in developing marketing communication and building agency partnerships
• Strong financial/ commercial acumen and be comfortable working with P&Ls and business cases
• Ability to perform at independent Brand Manager level
• Incredible drive, ability to work both autonomously and within a team, high energy and a passion for branding
• Well-developed communication and stakeholder management skills

At JDE, in addition to a competitive salary, we offer a wide range of benefits tailored to your needs:

• Support and learning opportunities
• Additional exposure to global ways of working
• Opportunity to work for a passionate people leader

If you think you're up for a new challenge just like this, please grab a cuppa, brush up your CV and apply now (it's really easy, we promise).