Junior Brand Manager, Skincare

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Kao Corporation is seeking a Junior Brand Manager for Skincare in London, full-time and onsite, to support the development and coordination of EMEA Bioré marketing strategies aimed at growing Net Sales and Business Profit. You will partner with global and local teams to implement guidelines, create briefs for monthly social content and NPD launches, analyze brand performance and propose corrective actions, and assist with Stage Gate initiatives and cross-functional projects. Requirements include a BSc/BA, 2+ years in marketing or FMCG, strong communication and presentation skills, proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint, data analysis capabilities, planning and project management, and a collaborative, cross-cultural mindset. To apply, tailor your CV to show cross-functional wins, data driven decision making, and examples from skincare or campaigns, highlight readiness to present in meetings, and reflect Kao values and a genuine enthusiasm for joining an entrepreneurial, inclusive team.

We are Kao, listed as one of the world’s most ethical companies for the last 20 years.  

Our EMEA brand portfolio spans across three sectors; Consumer Care (John Frieda, Guhl, Bondi Sands, Bioré, Jergens, Curél), Professional Hair (Goldwell, Oribe, KMS Hair, Kerasilk), and Molton Brown. 

Our corporate philosophy, The Kao Way, guides us in everything we do – acting with integrity, courageously driving innovation, and treating each other with trust and respect. 

About our role: 

Support in the development and coordination of EMEA Bioré marketing strategies to drive Net Sales and Business Profit for EMEA.

What you will do: 

• Working closely with global & local teams ensuring global strategies & guidelines are implemented and local needs are catered to
• Creation of briefs for monthly EMEA social content any NPD launch content
• Analyzing performance of the brand on monthly basis & proposing any corrective actions if necessary
• Leading preparation of EMEA reports to Japan
• Supporting with general data analysis on the skincare category where Bioré sits
• Supporting EMEA Skincare Marketing Manager with Stage Gate initiatives, working closely with global, local and cross-functional teams.
• Participation in monthly meetings with countries + in quarterly forums. Presentation on various topics in the meeting will be highly encouraged.
• Supporting Line Manager on various projects
• Assisting Line Manager with Stage Gate initiatives, working closely with global, local and cross-functional teams

What you will need: 

• BSc/BA Hons degree or equivalent
• 2+ years experience in marketing, FMCG preferably
• Good communication skills, including presentation skills
• Competency of Excel & Powerpoint
• Ability to analyse data
• Planning / project management skills
• Collaborative style with a strong ability to form relationships cross cultural and cross-functionally

At Kao, we believe the diversity of our teams strengthens our global mission. Here we trust and respect each other, collaborating in a friendly and inclusive work environment to achieve great results. 

What you can expect from us: 

• An entrepreneurial environment where passionate and innovative teams come together. 
• Respect, teamwork and collaboration are at the heart of how we work.  
• A workplace culture that prioritises employee wellbeing, with opportunities to get involved in initiatives such as Mental Health First Aiders, our Charity Committee, and DE&I communities 
• A broad range of benefits, including flexible working, competitive salaries, health and wellbeing offers, pension schemes, insurance options, and more… 
• Learning and development opportunities 

Your voice matters here, we value entrepreneurial thinking and innovation from our teams. 

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