We are seeking a motivated and driven Assistant Brand Manager to join our collaborative team. In this role we are looking for someone to support implementing our brand marketing plans and assist through the line marketing activity, local store marketing and new product development. The ideal candidate will be a problem solver who enjoys variety and pace, someone who can think on their feet, take initiative, and is passionate about building and maintaining strong relationships with multiple stakeholders through great communication to ensure the successful outcome of marketing programmes.

About us:
Restaurant Brands is a corporate franchisee and specialises in managing multi-site branded food retail chains. Restaurant Brands is listed on the New Zealand Stock Exchange and currently we have 200 stores across New Zealand for KFC, Pizza Hut, Carl’s Jr. and Taco Bell. We employ over 3500 staff across NZ and serve over 60,000 customers every day!

What you will be doing:

• Assist the KFC Marketing Director and wider brand teams (Pizza Hut, CJs and Taco Bell) to implement brand marketing strategies.
• Support the implementation of the marketing calendar for new product launches, programmes and communications. Lead Menu panel/POS roll-outs by POD for all brands.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of marketing campaigns and sales using internal sales tools. Manage local store marketing activity for store transformations, new builds and any closures.
• External: work collaboratively and professionally with stores, agencies and other external partners to deliver highly effective communications and programmes.
• Lead specific brand projects as directed to a commercially successful outcome.
• Assist in general marketing needs such as Voucher requests, POs, team meetings, store queries, store weekly communications etc. where required.

What we are looking for:

• Degree level qualification, with major in marketing preferred, although other major acceptable with relevant marketing experience.
• 2-3 years marketing experience preferably associated with a fast-paced consumer goods marketing organisation and/or retail organisation.
• Proven experience managing external advertising agencies
• Proficient user of MS Office Products including Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Strong interpersonal skills, the ability to take initiative, liaise closely with cross functional departments. Strong team player.
• Demonstrated effective time management with the ability to prioritise and manage the timely delivery of multiple projects and initiatives.
• Strong analytical skills and great attention to detail.
• Great written and verbal communication.

What is in it for you?

• Working with internationally recognised Brands.
• Ongoing professional growth within a highly engaged wider marketing team.
• Flexible working – one day from home.
• The opportunity to own and lead campaigns.
• Great location - Ellerslie train station is located only 2-minute walk away.
• Group Discounted Health Scheme.

If this role sounds of interest, apply now!