Associate Brand Manager - Pool

We Create Products and Brands That People Trust to Clean, Sanitize, and Protect Their Homes and Pools

When you join KIK Consumer Products, you’re joining a team that cares about the work we do and also about each other. We bring exceptional brands and products to consumers that help them protect the health and wellness of their families and the cleanliness of their homes and pools. We are committed to building a culture of performance driven by accountability, collaboration, and agility that enables timely fact-based decision-making and exceptional execution with unwavering ethics. As one of North America’s largest independent manufacturers of consumer products, KIK helps a large portfolio of brands and retailers bring their products to life.

Your Role at KIK

This Associate Brand Manager opportunity is in our Pool Division. This role is based out of our Lawrenceville, GA office and will work onsite Monday-Thursday and remote on Fridays. KIK’s Pool division is a leading player in North America and key international markets with a broad brand and product portfolio spanning both the Mass and Specialty Retailer channels. We are well known for our Clorox® Pool&Spa™ and Pool Time® products in the North American Mass channel, our BioGuard® brand in North American, Australian and South African Specialty channel, and in Europe with our Bayrol® brand. Our multi-functional product formulations and innovative water testing innovations allow pool owners to safely treat and easily enjoy their recreational pools and spas.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Assist in establishing strategic marketing plans for the Clorox and Pool Time brands
• Establish marketing campaign KPIs and adjust strategy based on results to increase effectiveness
• Support management of Trade Marketing campaigns with key retail partners; including Walmart, Lowe’s, and Home Depot
• Responsible for creation and development of new promotions to drive brand growth and profitability
• Plan and conduct market research to better understand the consumers pool care needs and optimize product positioning in the market
• Analyzes current product portfolio to identify areas for new product concepts and makes recommendations for the product development pipeline
• Assists the business case requirements for the stage gate process to get new products from concept to commercialization
• Manage graphic design process for packaging updates and promotional materials (POP, in-store displays, eCommerce)
• Work with cross functional teams to ensure quality services and products are delivered to our customers
• Communication of key developments and plans to internal stakeholders on projects and program under their responsibilities

The above statement describes the general nature and level off work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time.

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing or Business Management required
• Minimum of 3 years of Marketing experience; preferably in a Consumer Products Marketing role with brands selling to Mass and DIY retailers
• Experience executing digital marketing campaigns; inclusive of direct to consumer interfaces (email, push, social), search engine marketing, and targeted advertising
• Demonstrated knowledge of strategy development, market analysis, project management, new product development including packaging, promotions, and pricing
• Strong analytical ability, decision making, creative thinking and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Excellent verbal and written communication, including strong presentation skills
• Experience with EPA regulated products and/or seasonal categories a plus
• Must be self-driven with the ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment

What You Will Get

KIK offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits including health, wellness, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance. You can plan for your future with KIK's retirement savings options including employer match. KIK also recognizes the importance of continuing education and offers Education Assistance to our employees to encourage continued personal development and growth.

About KIK

We create the products and brands that people trust to clean, sanitize, and protect their homes, pools, and cars. We are one of North America’s largest independent consumer product manufacturers with 16 North American manufacturing facilities. We also operate globally in Canada, Europe, and Australia. We are known for our portfolio of notable brands including Spic and Span® and Comet® cleaning products, Clorox® Pool&Spa™ (under license), BioGuard®, and Natural Chemistry® pool chemicals. We are also the #1 producer in North America of store-brand (“private label”) bleach and a leading private-label provider of laundry detergent and additives, dishwashing products, general-purpose cleaning, and other home care products.

Our global team of over 2,300 employees drives our capabilities in product development, product formulation, strategic sourcing, manufacturing, packaging design, brand marketing, project management, quality assurance, compliance, distribution, and logistics.

Our organization is constantly evolving and is driven by a set of “One KIK” values – a dedication to following through on commitments in a customer-focused, profit-motivated way; while never compromising on safety, ethics, or integrity.

KIK is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. KIK does not discriminate against qualified applicants or employees based on race, color, age, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, status in uniformed services, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, genetic information or any other status protected by law.

KIK is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with protected disabilities to the extent required by applicable laws. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application, or interview process, or to perform the essential functions of the job, please contact Human Resources immediately.

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