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BAT DIGITAL BUSINESS SOLUTIONS IS LOOKING FOR BRAND SERVICES ASSSTANT MANAGER
JOB TITLE: Brand Services Assistant Manager
FUNCTION: Brand Marketing
LOCATION: Lahore, Pakistan
ROLE POSITIONING AND OBJECTIVES
The primary responsibility of the Brand Services Assistant Manager is to lead projects and ensure timely completion of deliverables for the Specific Market in APMEA. This role involves ensuring the effective delivery of all new product initiatives by collaborating closely with the Marketing Deployment team and other cross-functional teams. The individual should possess the ability to quickly acquire knowledge about brand and product management for all SMP projects. Moreover, they should inspire trust, create a vision, execute the best possible strategy, and maintain synergy within the team and other stakeholders.
WHAT YOU WILL BE ACCOUNTABLE FOR
- Lead NPI management and advocate for the Brand NPI process to ensure the timely delivery of projects and activities within the product development/cycle plan, requiring coordination with internal and external partners to support the commercial vision for the product.
- Develop and execute project briefs to facilitate product/packaging development, ensuring high-priority projects progress according to timelines.
- Manage cross-functional stakeholders effectively to prioritize core business objectives.
- Ensure compliance with governance protocols related to product, packaging, and communications development (LEX, EMF cycle deliverables, IBG/RSU, RPC, Supply Chain & End Market).
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders to enhance the accuracy and quality of project briefs, identifying and escalating any project risks or issues for new categories NPI projects.
- Provide support for SKU rationalization and Product Optimization execution, including FBS Waivers.
- Oversee the management of Agency annual SOW and creative asset management.
ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE, SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
- 3-6 years of experience in Marketing/Brand or Project Management
- Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business Management, or Project Management.
- Proficient in Project Management
- Strong organizational skills
- Effective Stakeholder Management
- Ability to foster positive relationships with cross-functional team members
- Excellent time management abilities
- Keen attention to detail
- Capacity to navigate challenging situations and resolve conflicts.
- Proficient problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication skills and adept at relationship building.
- Resilient, flexible, and dependable team player who prioritizes the department and company's best interests.
- Proficiency in MS Excel, MS Project, & PowerPoint
BENEFICIAL
- Experience in a fast-paced dynamic environment (FMCG/MNC)
WE ARE BAT
At BAT we are committed to our Purpose of creating A Better Tomorrow. This is what drives our people and our passion for innovation. See what is possible for you at BAT.
- Global Top Employer with 53,000 BAT people across more than 180 markets
- Brands sold in over 200 markets, made in 44 factories in 42 countries
- Newly established Tech Hubs building world-class capabilities for innovation in 4 strategic locations
- Diversity leader in the Financial Times and International Women’s Day Best Practice winner
- Seal Award winner – one of 50 most sustainable companies
BELONGING, ACHIEVING, TOGETHER
Collaboration, diversity and teamwork underpin everything we do here at BAT. We know that collaborating with colleagues from different backgrounds is what makes us stronger and best prepared to meet our business goals. Come bring your difference!