Brand Manager - Fancy Feast, New Zealand

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Nestlé Purina is hiring a Brand Manager for Fancy Feast in New Zealand, onsite in Parnell. The role shapes the brand’s future by developing growth strategies, leading campaigns and product launches, and owning brand performance, budgets and P&L while collaborating with local and regional teams. You’ll join a passionate team within a global FMCG leader. Key requirements include proven brand growth in FMCG or a fast paced consumer environment, a strategic and analytical mindset, a track record of campaigns and launches, and strong commercial acumen with the ability to influence stakeholders while centering the consumer. To apply, tailor your CV to show measurable outcomes, confirm NZ working rights, and be ready for pre employment checks.

Position Summary 

At Purina, it's no secret that pets are our passion. Our vision is to be the world’s most trusted company in enriching the lives of pets and the people who love them.   

 We’re dedicated to improving the health and lifestyle of cats and dogs through quality nutrition and care. Put simply, we believe a healthy pet makes for a happier home and our commitment to dogs, cats and their owners has made us a world leader in pet care.  

 The bonds we have with our pets nourish their lives as well as ours – we truly believe Pets and People are better together. 

We're looking for a commercially savvy and creative Brand Manager to lead Fancy Feast, one of the world's most recognised premium cat food brands.

This is more than a Brand Manager role. It's the opportunity to shape the future of an iconic premium brand, work in a high-growth category, and influence consumers' everyday moments with their pets. 

You'll join a team that's passionate about brands, consumers, and innovation, with the backing of the world's leading food and beverage company and a culture that supports career growth and development. 

A day in the Life… 

• Shape the future of Fancy Feast, developing brand strategies and activation plans that drive growth, strengthen brand equity, and delight pet owners across New Zealand. 
• Lead impactful campaigns and activations that bring the brand to life and connect with consumers. 
• Drive innovation and lead product launch projects from concept to execution 
• Own brand performance, budgets, and P&L, translating data and insights into commercial action. 
• Work with local and regional stakeholders to shape key brand decisions and unlock growth opportunities. 

What will make you successful:  

• Proven experience growing brands in FMCG, grocery, or a fast-paced consumer environment. 
• A strategic and analytical mindset, with the ability to turn insights into growth opportunities. 
• Experience delivering impactful marketing campaigns, innovations, and product launches. 
• Strong commercial acumen, with confidence managing budgets and brand performance. 
• The ability to influence and collaborate across multiple stakeholders to deliver results. 
• A passion for consumers, brands, and creating experiences that drive both brand love and business growth. 
• A degree in Marketing, Business, or a related discipline. 

Full New Zealand working rights and applicants may be required to undergo pre-employment checks, including but not limited to health checks, prior to appointment to this role. 

Benefits 

You will have the chance to work with an outstanding and highly engaged team, build and grow your career with an inclusive, global FMCG leader. 

• Competitive salary + attractive bonus program 
• Hybrid working model 
• Company contributions to KiwiSaver 
• Life & Income Protection Insurance for KiwiSaver  
• Up to 5 ‘KitKat Days’ each year to rest, recharge and support your wellbeing 
• Personalised development and varied career opportunities within a global FMCG leader 
• Wellbeing perks including free flu vaccinations, discounted private health insurance, and discounted gym memberships including access to Fitness Passport 
• Access to Purchased Leave, Volunteering Leave, Sports Leave and Emergency Services Leave 
• Up to 18 weeks Paid Parental Leave 
• Discounts on Nestlé products and offers from our retail and service partners 

Our Story  

At Nestlé, we want to help shape a better and healthier world, inspire people to live healthier lives and deliver impact at a scale and pace that makes a difference. We do this by fostering an inclusive, diverse, and collaborative environment, embracing innovation, and empowering people and teams to win. 

We aim to hire respectful, curious, value driven and inspiring people who care about the people’s lives that we touch every single day. 

Be a force for good. 

For more information, please visit our website Nestlé | Welcome | Get In Touch New Zealand (nestle.co.nz) 

We want to make finding your dream job possible. If you require additional support with your application, please contact us at [email protected]  

Apply today!