Overview

Manpower are currently seeking an interim Innovation Assistant Brand Manager to work with our global FMCG client Unilever, renowned for brands such as Dove, Sure, Persil, and Simple. This is an integral part of their fast-paced FMCG environment.

Role details

The position is based in Kingston upon Thames, Surrey. This is a full-time temporary role to run for 9 months, requiring 36.25 hours per week, Monday to Friday. Compensation for this role is competitive, paying up to £48,000 per annum, pro rata, depending upon experience. The role currently offers a mix of remote and onsite working, subject to adjustment based on business requirements.

About Simple

We’re the #1 face care brand in UK, and the original Clean Beauty brand since 1960 with our proposition of ‘no perfume, no colour, no harsh chemicals’. We’ve since evolved with our belief that skincare can be clean, kind AND effective, and our proposition is becoming increasingly relevant to consumers - with Simple growing ahead of B&W, and double and triple digit growth in our key markets UK, VN, IN. You will be joining at an exciting time, as we are at the beginning of a new journey having recently launch our new brand Purpose in culture, and starting our social first transformation across all touchpoints.

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced ABM to join our new fully integrated End-to-End brand team which covers both brand & mix design as well as in-market execution (BG-BU integrated team). The Innovation Design Lead will drive our three-year innovation plan, crafting & deploying beautiful on-trend innovation mixes. The role reports into the Simple Innovation Lead, and is ideal for someone seeking a final ABM rotation with autonomous, end-to-end scope across innovation and exposure to senior leadership through presenting work to the Global Brand Lead and B&W CMO.

Responsibilities

• Directly contribute to shaping the innovation funnel, identifying key opportunities for growth based on market data and trends
• Own and lead premium innovation projects end to end, with emphasis on beauty craftsmanship and collaboration with R&D to bring product science stories to the forefront
• Represent projects in key stakeholder engagements such as brand reviews and Investor Boards
• Drive Science and Desire through comms, creating content that showcases the science, ingredients and beauty of products in 7OA, Amazon stores, Brand.com, etc.
• Lead a cross-functional project team, partnering with demand-creation and social-first teams

All about you

• A do-er with entrepreneurial drive, able to form excellent working relationships with cross-functional partners and agencies
• Naturally curious, passionate about skincare brands and how they engage with audiences
• Team player with strong listening and analytical skills to build compelling plans and drive alignment
• Demonstrable Passion for Beauty and staying updated on trends, innovations, and key players

Must Have Experience

• Experience in Marketing. Global Brand Development experience is preferred, but not mandatory if you can demonstrate interest in Craft (product/pack, design, comms)
• Knowledge of project network management and ability to lead cross-functional teams with key partners
• Prior experience in a beauty category (e.g., Skin/Hair) is preferred

Kingston working environment

• Contractors based in Kingston may be eligible for free parking at a local car park
• Unilever Staff Shop located on the Ground Floor next to the main entrance for contingent workers
• Canteen and gym facilities available on site (gym with subscription); fitness facilities include cardio, resistance, free weights, classes, showers

Job details

• Seniority level: Associate
• Employment type: Temporary
• Job function: Marketing
• Industry: Manufacturing