Senior Brand Manager

About us:

Symbion Pty Ltd is a subsidiary of the EBOS Group. With almost 5,000 employees in 109 locations across Australia, New Zealand, and Southeast Asia, EBOS Group is the largest and most diversified Australasian marketer, wholesaler and distributor of healthcare, medical and pharmaceutical products. It is also a leading marketer and distributor of recognised animal care brands. EBOS Group is publicly listed on the New Zealand and Australian stock exchanges.

Symbion Pty Ltd, is a leading marketer and distributor of recognised consumer products within the Pharmacy channel, and provides pharmacies and consumers with affordable, high-quality branded products. 

This portfolio of exclusive Pharmacy brands includes Pharmacy Choice, Faulding and Allersearch and covers categories such as OTC medicines (pain relief, children’s health, cough & cold, sinus and allergy, digestive health, skin therapeutics, sun care, personal care), Vitamins and Dietary Supplements, and Respiratory devices.

The opportunity:

The Senior Brand Manager oversees the success of the Faulding, Pharmacy Choice, and Allersearch brands. This includes developing brand strategies, planning, category strategies, innovation, renovation, and pricing.

The main goal is to ensure that the brand and marketing strategies are carefully crafted and executed. Ultimately, the role aims to manage the brand development activities for the portfolio of brands in a way that drives consumer preference for Symbion Consumer Products in the chosen categories, leading to profitable outcomes.

What you will do:

• Maintain and preserve the brands & categories, whilst working actively to grow the business by maximising the existing portfolio, exploring new business opportunities, and leading the development of a long-term NPD & innovation platform
• Track and identify key trends & market forces at play in each category and, utilize this knowledge to develop Strategic Plans
• Develop and execute annual brand/category plans, budgets & activities
• Lead innovation projects for key brands/categories, and support across all projects within the funnel
• Develop, monitor, and maximise marketing expenditure budget to achieve optimal ROI of spend
• Deliver branded revenue targets 

What we are looking for:

• Tertiary qualifications in business or marketing management
• 5+ years relevant work experience in consumer goods brand-building roles
• Experience developing and implementing strategic brand plans; including clear portfolio strategies and plans to grow brand equity, market share, volume, revenue and create sustainable competitive advantage
• Experience in brand performance analysis and identifying consumer insights through global market trends, market share data and other available research tools
• Commercial acumen (understanding COGS, margin, pricing & forecasting)
• Project management including NPD implementation experience
• Strong stakeholder management, relationship building, and communication skills
• Strong influencing and presentation skills
• Strong planning and organisational skills

Why us?

This is a unique opportunity to work in a company where you are valued, given the recognition you deserve and suitably rewarded for your contribution.

Other benefits include:

• Employee Share Plan
• Company Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program for Mental Health Wellbeing
• Staff Awards
• Employee Referral Program
• Health Insurance Discounts
• Flexible Working Policy 

EBOS Group are committed to developing and creating an inclusive workplace that embraces and celebrates diversity and inclusion. 

We are committed to fostering a workplace that values diversity and inclusion. As an equal opportunity employer, we actively strive to build a gender-equitable team and cultivate a culture that embraces individuals from all walks of life. We welcome applications from candidates of diverse backgrounds, abilities, ages, and cultures (including First Nations Peoples).

Our commitment to inclusiveness extends to supporting candidates with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require any accommodations, please inform us by reaching out to **@ebosgroup.com. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce enriches our organization and contributes to our success.

Pre-employment checks may be required and will be discussed with the successful candidate.

If you believe that you have the necessary attributes to succeed in this challenging and rewarding role, please apply by click “Apply”.