Manager, Brand Marketing Innovation - Air Care

SC Johnson

Racine, WI

Full Time

Senior

4 days ago

Job Description

About the Role

The Brand Manager, International Consumer Brands, Air Care - Expand Innovation at SC Johnson is responsible for leading consumer-centric ideation, strategy, and product development for Glade. The role involves partnering with global commercial teams across Latin America, AMET, Europe, and Asia to develop and deliver innovative products that grow the brand and meet long-term strategic goals. Based in Racine, this position requires a curious, collaborative, and resilient team player focused on results and fostering a culture of creativity and consumer obsession.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the ideation, strategy, and development of new products that win consumers and grow the Glade brand.
Own the end-to-end development and delivery of at least one major global innovation platform for Glade, aligned with the brand's 2030 strategy and long-term growth ambitions.
Partner with local teams to ensure effective commercialization of the innovation platform, including sourcing, procurement strategies, pricing, market prioritization, and a multi-year cadence of innovation and news.
Identify and develop new innovation territories through consumer-centric ideation, strategic planning, and cross-regional stakeholder alignment.
Partner with at least one key region to shape and lead their future innovation pipeline through 2030 and beyond, ensuring alignment with global brand strategy and local market needs.
Champion the expansion and adoption of innovation capabilities and mindsets across global Glade teams, fostering a culture of creativity, agility, and consumer obsession.
Lead global, cross-functional teams to bring innovation to life, ensuring seamless execution from concept to shelf.
Gain insights into international markets via consumer research and industry reports to inform strategic roadmaps and innovation opportunities.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree and minimum 7+ years of relevant experience, or minimum 5+ years of experience with an advanced degree preferred.
Qualified candidates must be legally authorized to work in the US.
MBA ideal, bachelor's degree minimum requirement.
Relentless focus on winning the consumer and driving brand growth through a 'right to left' mindset.
Ability to work with cross-functional teams through influence, encouragement, and trust.
Passion for ideas, strategy, and innovation.
Ability to thrive in ambiguous situations, challenge conventional wisdom, and prioritize goals over process.
Self-starter with a willingness to figure out complex situations, simplify, and remove barriers.
Strong curiosity for brands, innovation, fragrance, and trends.

Nice to Have

Global experience or exposure is ideal but not required.
Well-formed point of view on industry trends and disruptive technologies.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree or higher; MBA preferred.
Minimum 5+ years of relevant experience; 7+ years preferred.
Legal authorization to work in the US.

Benefits & Perks

Total compensation packages at or above industry levels, including salary, bonuses, long-term incentives, and profit sharing.
Subsidized health care plans, maternity/paternity/adoption leave, flexible work arrangements, vacation purchase options, recreation and fitness centers, childcare, counseling services, and more.
Opportunity for remote work once a week for eligible employees.
Eligibility for domestic relocation.

Working at SC Johnson

SC Johnson is a fifth-generation family company built on the spirit of its people, with over 130 years of leading with purpose. The company values diversity, inclusion, and a positive, collaborative work environment where all people can thrive. They emphasize creating a positive, inclusive, and collaborative workplace, celebrating human diversity, and fostering a culture of innovation, agility, and consumer obsession.

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