Position title: Nordic Junior Brand Manager for Nestlé Purina PetCare (Temporary 1 year Contract)

Location: Espoo (Finland)

Do you have a passion for marketing and a love for pets? Are you ready to drive brand growth and make a difference in the pet food industry? Do you want to work for an international company that values your individuality and supports your growth? We are now looking for a Junior Brand Manager to work with Cat Snacks category in Nordics.

We are offering one-year temporary position located in Espoo.

Working at Nestlé Purina PetCare

At Purina, we believe that people and pets are better together, and our purpose is to create richer lives for pets and the people who love them. As a proud member of Nestlé, the world's largest food and beverage company, we offer a wide range of products that prioritize nutrition, health, and overall well-being. Nestlé Nordics is more than just a workplace; it is a vibrant community that appreciates and embraces individuality. We celebrate diversity and recognize the value of every unique aspect of who you are. Our culture fosters personal and professional growth, embraces differences, and provides countless opportunities for development.

Your job 

As our new Nordic Junior Brand Manager, you will be an integral part of the Nordic Marketing team at Purina PetCare. Your role will be based at our Finnish offices in Espoo, and you will report directly to our Nordic Marketing Manager, but work very closely with the Brand Manager working on Latz.

Your primary responsibility will be to drive the growth of Purina in the Cat Snacks category in Nordics. This will involve developing brand plans and collaborating with the Sales and Market Development, as well as Shopper Teams to create effective marketing strategies. Your key focus will be on aligning the zone-wide strategy with the specific needs of the Nordic markets and ensuring exceptional brand execution.

In essence, you will be responsible for: 

• Building strong brand plans that will delight target consumers and generate solid business results in the Nordic markets (Sweden, Finland, Norway, and Denmark).
• Ensuring that the brand’s essence governs everything the brand says and does.
• Driving the brand strategy for your brand portfolio, as well as planning and executing product launches, relaunches, and mixes.
• Managing the brand budget efficiently. Adapt and develop communication assets to our local markets and work closely with our Media agency.

You will work together with the other Brand Managers towards accelerating the growth of the Purina portfolio. We are a truly energetic and passionate team, consisting of a mix of nationalities and backgrounds. We take responsibility for our actions and believe that progress beats perfection. We value good relationships and open communication, and we act as the voice of the consumer in the organization. It is not a requirement that you have a pet at home to be a part of the team, as long as you have a curious mindset and are passionate about consumers and their behaviors. Limited business travel is to be expected in this role.

We are looking for the Power of YOU

To thrive in this role, we seek an individual with great communication skills, who can easily navigate in a complex stakeholder landscape, managing a brand portfolio towards winning market share and support the whole marketing team with operational tasks.

In addition to this, you:

• Hold an educational background within Marketing, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Have a minimum of 1-2 years of experience in marketing or a similar commercial discipline, preferably from within the FMCG industry.
• Are fluent in English and Finnish, other Nordic languages (Swedish, Norwegian, or Danish) are considered a benefit.
• Are an experienced user of Microsoft Office.
• Exhibit advanced analytical skills and a commercial mindset, enabling you to be target-oriented and a proactive problem-solver.
• Enjoy seamlessly transitioning between strategic planning and daily operational tasks.
• Embody the qualities of a strong and positive team player, relishing the opportunity to contribute to a collaborative environment.

Join Nestlé Nordics and Make Your Mark 

At Nestlé Nordics, your individuality is our greatest asset. We believe in the power of you and the unique contributions we together bring to our organization. If you are ready to be part of a supportive and inspiring team that values your true self, then seize this opportunity and apply today.

Together, we will unleash your potential and redefine what is possible.

Would you like to know more about us? 

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The Selection Process & Contact 

We will interview suitable candidates as they apply, so please do not hesitate to take this opportunity to submit your application and CV as soon as possible, and by October 12th 2025 at the latest. If you have any questions regarding the job, please do not hesitate to contact Nordic Marketing Manager for Purina PetCare, Giuseppe Bastone on LinkedIn. Please note that we will only accept applications that are sent to us via our Careers site.

Preferred starting date: as soon as possible 

Note: Nestlé Nordics is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and inclusion and encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply