Associate Brand Manager, Innovation Degree (US Market)

Unilever

Hoboken, NJ

Full Time

Mid Level

86k-129k

14 days ago

Job Description

About the Role

Associate Brand Manager, Innovation - Degree (US Market) at Unilever is a role focused on driving product and brand innovation specifically tailored for the U.S. market. The position involves partnering across functions to develop and deliver innovations that meet unmet consumer needs, explore white space opportunities, and support the brand's long-term vision. The role is part of a high-performing, fast-paced team within a global company committed to sustainability, diversity, and creating impactful brands like Degree, the world's No. 1 deodorant brand in over 30 countries.

Key Responsibilities

Champion Innovation: Drive end-to-end innovation projects tailored to U.S. market needs—bringing concepts to life across product, pack, positioning, and mix.
Shape Strategy: Support the development of long-term innovation roadmaps and identify white space opportunities that align with Degree's U.S. brand vision.
Collaborate & Influence: Work cross-functionally with R D, Consumer Market Insights, Customer Development, Performance Marketing, and Design to develop and deploy innovation that delivers impact.
Elevate Sustainability: Bring a sustainability lens to innovation, ensuring new products reflect our commitment to people and the planet.
Lead with Insight: Leverage consumer, cultural, and social insights to ensure our innovation is grounded in real human needs.
Execute with Excellence: Manage projects with agility, accountability, and attention to detail—from ideation through launch.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business, or related field (MBA preferred).
3+ years of experience in brand marketing, innovation, or related roles (personal care experience a plus).
Strong project leadership and organizational skills.
Ability to think both creatively and analytically—balancing insight with execution.
A strategic mindset with a passion for consumer behavior and emerging trends.
Collaborative spirit with a bias for action and a drive to make things happen.
Appreciation for aesthetics, design, and attention to detail.
Courage to challenge norms and pursue bold ideas.
A love for brands, innovation, and solving consumer problems.

Nice to Have

Experience in personal care industry.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business, or related field (MBA preferred).
3+ years of relevant experience in brand marketing or innovation.

Benefits & Perks

Pay range of $86,080 to $129,120, bonus eligibility, and Long-Term Incentive (LTI) eligibility.
Participation in benefits plans including health insurance (prescription drug, dental, vision), retirement savings, life insurance, disability benefits, parental leave, paid vacation and holidays, and voluntary benefits.
Unilever's commitment to diversity and inclusion, with consideration for all qualified applicants regardless of protected characteristics.

Working at Unilever

Unilever emphasizes a collaborative, flexible, and inclusive work environment that fosters equity, diversity, and belonging. The company is committed to making a positive impact on the world through sustainable living, and values innovation, consumer focus, and high performance. Employees are encouraged to develop their own future while contributing to a purpose-driven organization that values humility, resilience, and continuous learning.

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