Brand/Category Manager

Our client, a global retail company, is seeking a Brand/Category Manager.Apply today for consideration!Job Title: Brand/Category ManagerLocation: Beaverton, OR 97005Duration: 9+ MonthsPay Range: $42 - $52 /hour on w2Job Description: Were looking for a Brand Marketing Lead for Client Kids to join our WHQ-based Global Brand Management team, The Global Brand Management Team is the marketing function responsible for leading and driving plans that serve the brand and business. Our goal is to know & serve inspiration, innovation and enablement to unlock the power of sport for every athlete*.This role will focus on driving the marketplace amplification strategy & execution of Global Kids priority concepts across the Globe. The Kids Brand lead will be responsible for creating and managing our seasonal brand plans and always-on priorities, while collaborating closely with Geos and global functional partners.The ideal candidate is forward-thinking and curious, can innovate with autonomy, is attuned to our ever-evolving consumer trends, and has deep passion for kids in sport.This individual will also have a proven track record of leading with a clear vision and strategic attitude, thrive in a collaborative environment, be able to lead multiple projects, and be able to build strong working relationships across a matrixed organization.WHAT YOU WILL WORK ONAs a Brand Lead for Kids, you are responsible for bringing our seasonal brand plans to life - work that will drive brand strength, fuel consumer demand, and strengthen our daily connection with kids and their empowering adults. Leading with insights, you will obsess how to make our brand, product, and services resonate with kids and parents while driving a networked offense across Global, Geo and functional teams.You will:Support and drive the strategic development of seasonal integrated marketing plansManage and foster collaboration throughout the go-to-market process to engage with our key cross-functional partnersSupport an end-to-end process, with strong organizational skillsCompile and unpack insights from consumersOverseeing product integration into seasonal programmingManage asset development and distribution across multiple channels to ensure purposeful and choreographed storytellingWHO YOU WILL WORK WITHAs our Kids Brand Lead you will report directly into the Global Kids Brand Director and you will work across a multitude of groups within the organization, across all levels. This is a team sport and will require consistent collaboration, partnership and consensus with critical stakeholder groups.Youll work closely with Kids Product and Merchandising Teams, Global Marketing Functions (Creative, Digital Marketing, Retail Marketing, Partner Marketing, Sports Marketing, Integrated Media), Mens and Womens Brand Management teams and Kids Brand Management teams across the Geographies.In addition to building valuable connections with our internal partners, you will also be responsible for cultivating and maintaining relationships externally, including agency partners.WHAT YOU BRINGBachelors Degree in Marketing, Business, Communications, or combination of relevant education, experience and training5+ years experience in consumer marketing or related experience in retail marketing and/or digital brand marketingDemonstrated genuine passion for inspiring and enabling kids in sportSelf-starter who thrives in a fast-paced, agile culture with the ability to drive work forward autonomouslyExcellent relationship-building skills with ability to influence and lead working teams and key partnersBig thinking with the appetite to drive brand impact for the consumerStrong project management, problem-solving, and analytical thinking skills to build strategic plans/presentations to lead a working team cohesively in the right directionExperience working within teams and a team-first mentalityStrong written, visual, and verbal/presentation skills with attention to detailUnderstanding of media and digital platforms, and creator-led contentRussell Tobin offers eligible employee's comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), a 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, identity theft protection, legal support, auto and home insurance, pet insurance, and employee discounts with some preferred vendors.

Created: 2025-04-21