Position Snapshot
Location: Parnell, Auckland
Full time, 12 month contract
Minimum 2+ years’ experience in commercial roles ideally in marketing or sales
Experience working in cross-functional teams is desired

The Opportunity

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.
 
Behind the success of the Purina brand is a collaborative team of driven, passionate professionals who are committed to delivering best in class initiatives. An opportunity exists for an analytical and enthusiastic Assistant Brand Manager with strong organisational abilities to step into the unique Pet Care Category for a 12 month contract. 

Providing excellent grounding for an entry level marketer, this unique role offers exposure to end to end brand management, a variety of digital marketing activities, and a diverse range of marketing channels. You will have the opportunity to support the Marketing team with the current and future direction of our key brands.
 
You will be involved in NPD & brand building projects, strategy projects, monitoring performance (such as sales, market share figures and competitive reviews) and the management of budgets.

A day in the Life…

• Support with the development of brand strategy & activation plans 
• Support implementation of innovation & renovation projects, including development of ‘best in class’ launches & promotional activations
• Monitor and analyse brand performance metrics including sales volumes, market share trends and competitor activity
• Assist with the development of communication strategies
• Build strong working relationship with internal stakeholders, including commercial, agency partners and global marketing contacts
• Management and champion of brand assets including image library, digital and global marketing 
• Manage administration, purchase orders, budget management and audit requirements ensuring compliance to all company policies and principles. 

What will make you successful: 

• You will be degree qualified (Commerce / Business / Marketing) and ideally have had exposure within FMCG Sales and / or Marketing with at least 2 years work experience
• Experience working in cross-functional teams desired 
• Excellent communication and strong project management skills are essential, and a level of digital experience will be highly regarded
• A self starter who can display initiative and, if hits a problem, figures out who to engage to get it sorted
• Ultimately, it will be your innovative approach and ability to work collaboratively on multiple projects that will see you succeed in the role 

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.

In addition, we offer:

• Flexible working hours and a hybrid working model
• Varied career experiences and personalised development support
• Access to 5 additional days of leave to support your health and wellbeing 
• Wellbeing benefits including vaccinations and health insurance discounts
• Diversity & Inclusion initiatives and program
• Paid parental and partner leave
• Purchase Leave Scheme
• Volunteering leave, Sports leave, Emergency Services leave
• Discounted gym memberships
• Discounted Nestlé products 

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 careers@au.nestle.com 

Apply today!