Sr Brand Manager Affordable Wines 4Street

Sr Brand Manager Affordable Wines 4Street & Dhof Join to apply for the Sr Brand Manager Affordable Wines 4Street & Dhof role at The HEINEKEN Company Job Grade: 20Location: Cape Town/JohannesburgFunction: CommerceSub Function: Commerce - Marketing - Brand ManagementType of Contract: PermanentReference Number: Closing Date: 26/11/2025 Purpose Of The Job Drive value creation of assigned brand by developing and implementing cut‑through communication assets, touch point strategies and activations to excite consumers and customers. Implement, for the assigned brand, the short to medium term brand strategies and integrated Marketing plan in line with company, regional and global Marketing strategies. Realise the operating targets and marketing objectives by optimizing innovation, brand activation, pricing, sponsorships, brand communications and people development. Responsible for market share and profitability (Gross Profit Net) of assigned brands in line with portfolio strategy. Key Responsibilities Strategy: Support the creation and execution of the brand's strategy Understand and use consumer and market insights to build strong brands Use demand space thinking to activate the brand in correct channel and with correct comms Support competitive strategy review to define implications and learning Ensure profitable and sustainable growth of the brand, delivering against commercial targets derived from business goals Support brand strategy development and execution to grow the brand within portfolio including price positioning, SKU split, brand positioning and communication within resource allocations Planning: Support the yearly development process of plans for the brands within portfolio Support brand target setting, ATL/BTL budget development, 360‑degree communication plan, brand activities calendar, activation plans Align brand team processes with key stakeholders to drive strategies to action Brief and manage agency, internal approvals, and alignment with key stakeholders at the operating environment Execution: Plan, monitor and drive excellent execution of brand activation plans in line with ATL / BTL budget Brief key internal and external suppliers for activation and sponsorship execution Optimise ATL / BTL spend administration Manage day‑to‑day agency partnerships to deliver brand strategies and activities Manage internal stakeholder relationships including procurement, finance, TM & Sales to effectively execute on plans Monitoring / reporting: Track, analyze and use financial information to monitor and maximize return on brand investment Understand and analyze insights from market, media and consumer trends Handle budget commitments, invoicing and spend People: Lead personal development and career development Education & Experience Relevant and recognised Honours or post‑graduate qualification in Commercial/Marketing Minimum 5 years’ relevant marketing experience, ideally across a range of categories/FMCG’s Understanding of the FMCG value chain High ability of cross‑functional management and project management skills & experience Experience with and demonstrable ability for strategic thinking and planning skills Mastery of executing marketing plans Strong commercial acumen Skills in analytics Ability to apply already developed consumer insights in campaigns Demonstrated creativity and creative management, including strong demonstrated experience in leading creative work and agency partnerships Superior communication skills, both written and oral The Company’s approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process. As an Equal Opportunities employer, we actively encourage and welcome people with various disabilities to apply. Heineken Beverages (South Africa) (Pty) Ltd) is committed to an organisational culture that recognises, appreciates and values inclusion and diversity. You must be fully eligible to live and work in South Africa to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr