Join us at Danone, where your work touches lives and contributes to a healthier world. As a global leader with a unique health-focused portfolio in food and beverages we are driven by a mission to bring health through food to as many as possible. Embedded in our culture is a profound sense of purpose and a commitment to innovation, sustainability, and community. At Danone we believe in the power of our people, and we are dedicated to creating an environment where our core values of humanism, openness, enthusiasm, and proximity lead the way to achieve our goals. We are proud to be a B Corp certified organisation which is reshaping the future of food, one delicious, nutritious product at a time.

 

ABOUT THE JOB 

 

We are seeking an Assistant Brand Manager to join our Dairy (YoPRO) team in Melbourne. In this permanent role, you will report to the Senior Brand Manager and support the team with key projects (pack designs, line extension innovations & renovations), campaign execution, social media strategy & execution, events coordination, retailers’ activities and contribute to brand strategy.

 

Your responsibilities will include (but are not limited to):

 

Brand performance analysis & Budget control: Monitor brand performance and manage A&P expenditure to align activation plans with key KPIs (sales, penetration, share) monthly.Market and competitors’ analysis & Product superiority: Develop market insights, analyse competitors, and organise product tastings to ensure superior quality and alignment with consumer trendsProject management: Support packaging design and NPD development from concept to launch, lead cross-functional teams to ensure timely and excellent project delivery, adhere to internal processes, and present key innovation updatesCampaign activation & agencies management: Lead shopper communication and social media strategy, measure performance, and build strong agency partnerships to ensure excellent execution and future recommendations.Strategy: Contribute to brand strategy and marketing plans and prepare key business meetings such as range reviews and QBRs.

 

You are an enthusiastic and detail-oriented professional with some experience in brand management/marketing. Your exposure to FMCG, combined with your strategic thinking and problem-solving skills, has supported brand growth and innovation. You thrive in collaborative environments, working effectively with cross-functional teams to achieve marketing objectives. Your ability to analyse market trends, understand consumer needs, assist in developing brand strategies, and manage budgets makes you an ideal candidate for this role.

 

Ideally, you will have:

Experience in FMCG as a Marketing Assistant/ Marketing Executive /Assistant Brand ManagerFamiliarity with brand analysis tools like IRI & QuantiumExperience in budget management and digital communicationExperience working with cross functional teams and Marketing agenciesStrong consumer and market understandingStrong communication and presentation skillsAttention to detail and a collaborative mindsetA strategic and solution-driven approach, with the ability to navigate complex environments

At Danone, we aim to inspire healthier and more sustainable eating and drinking practices, in line with our Vision - Danone, One Planet. One Health.  We operate across four business lines: Essential Dairy and Plant-Based Products, Waters, Early Life Nutrition, and Medical Nutrition. Our headquarter is in France, we have offices in 55 countries across the globe and our products are sold in over 120 markets. We have been around for more than a century and are the proud owner of some of the best-known brands worldwide including favorites like YoPro, Activia, Aptamil and Karicare

 

Danone ANZ focuses on dairy and specialized nutrition products for infants and adults and is proud to be awarded the Great Place to Work accreditation winner for ANZ in 2024 – a globally recognised program where we feature as one of Australia’s top places to work.

 

Visit our website WE ARE DANONE to know more about us.

 

WE OFFER

 

We truly value our Danoners and strive to make their experience exceptional by creating a positive and fulfilling environment for everyone. Our unique benefits are designed to enhance the lives and provide genuine value.

A high-performing, collaborative team cultureFlexible Hybrid workingThank Danone it’s Friday! 3pm finishes every Friday.Diverse and inclusive work environmentPersonalised learning opportunities to set you up for successCompetitive Total Reward package includingHealth, Life and salary continuance insurance26 weeks gender-neutral paid parental leavePerformance related incentives and annual reviews

 

HOW TO APPLY

 

If this opportunity resonates with you and you’re eager to shape and define this role, then go ahead and seize the moment. Click on the APPLY button and share your resume with us.

 

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI)

We proudly affirm that we are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, and our ambition is to foster an INCLUSIVE&DIVERSE workplace where all Danoners can bring their uniqueness to contribute to business results. Our commitment to DEI ensures that all qualified individuals receive fair consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, and disability at our company.