Associate Brand Manager, International

Title: Associate Brand Manager, International Job Type: Contract
Contract Length: 5+ months
Target Start Date: ASAP
Work Location/Structure: Remote
Pay Rate: $50/hour

About the Opportunity:

Our client, a leader in the Plant-Based Food Industry, is looking for a skilled Associate Brand Manager, International to join their team for a 5+ month engagement. This project involves driving new product innovation from ideation to launch, overseeing creative development for European and APAC markets, and leading product commercialization planning and P&L management for international brand strategy. This is a high-impact role that requires a self-motivated professional who can hit the ground running and deliver results quickly.

Key Responsibilities & Deliverables:

This role is focused on the successful completion of specific tasks and deliverables. Your responsibilities will include:

• Innovation Planning: Drive the new product development process from ideation through launch, coordinating logistics, system inputs, and product communications.
• Creative Development: Oversee internal creative teams and external partners to deliver world-class packaging and creative assets, managing artwork development for Retail & Foodservice Channels across European and APAC markets.
• Commercialization Strategy: Partner with sales and marketing teams to create impactful sales materials and go-to-market strategies tailored to local market needs.
• Financial Management: Take ownership of monthly budget tracking, purchase order (PO) creation, spend reconciliation, and vendor payments to ensure fiscal goals are met.
• Documentation: Maintain and update core brand documentation, including Master Product Overviews and International SKU trackers.

Required Skills & Experience:

We are looking for someone with a proven track record of successful contract engagements. The ideal candidate will have:

• 1+ years of experience in Innovation, Marketing, or Strategy within a consumer brand (preferred).
• Deep expertise in strategic brand management, cross-functional collaboration, and the product commercialization process. This isn't a learning role—you need to be a subject matter expert.
• Demonstrated ability to work autonomously and manage your own time effectively to meet project goals.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to summarize complex information and deliver compelling recommendations to align leadership.
• Strong project management capabilities, with keen attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

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