Senior Brand Manager
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Job Description
Job Description:
Company Summary:
ITW Car Care Division (ITW Global Brands) a division of Illinois Tool Works Inc. (ITW) is a leading provider of automotive aftermarket products specializing in car care performance and repair solutions. Headquartered in Houston Texas the division was established in 2011 and operates under ITWs Performance Polymers & Fluids segment.
The company is known for its portfolio of high-performance brands including:
Rain-X
Gumout
Black Magic
With a focus on innovation safety and performance ITW Global Brands serves a global customer base through major retailers like Walmart AutoZone Advance Auto Parts and OReilly Auto Parts. Our products are designed to meet the needs of both everyday drivers and automotive professionals.
As part of ITWa Fortune 200 global multi-industrial manufacturing leaderITW Global Brands benefits from a century-long legacy of engineering excellence customer-focused innovation and decentralized operations that empower local teams to respond quickly to market needs.
Summary:
We are looking for a strategic and experienced Senior Brand Manager to lead our flagship brand. This high-impact role is responsible for setting the brands strategic direction managing its full P&L and driving both daily operations and long-term innovation. With oversight of the companys largest marketing budget and a team of 23 direct reports this position plays a critical role in shaping the future of our most important brand.
Key Responsibilities:
Brand Leadership & Strategy: Define and drive the brands strategic roadmap ensuring alignment with overall company vision and growth objectives.
P&L Ownership: Manage the full brand P&L balancing investment profitability and market share growth.
Innovation Pipeline: Lead the development and execution of the brands innovation strategy identifying new growth opportunities in partnership with cross-functional teams.
Consumer-Centric Growth: Actively seek out consumer insights category trends and marketplace opportunitiesleveraging both primary and secondary researchto build strong consumer intimacy and transform insights into growth strategies.
Operational Excellence: Oversee the day-to-day management of the brand ensuring flawless execution of campaigns product launches and key initiatives.
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner closely with Sales Finance Supply Chain R&D and external agencies to ensure business plans are aligned and executed successfully.
Talent Development: Lead coach and develop a team of 23 brand managers/associates fostering a culture of growth collaboration and accountability.
Stakeholder Communication: Effectively communicate brand strategy performance and future plans to senior leadership influencing decision-making across the organization.
Entrepreneurial Mindset: Thrive in ambiguity with a solutions-driven approach; challenge the status quo and identify opportunities for breakthrough growth.
Requirements:
Bachelors degree in Marketing Business or related field (MBA preferred).
810 years of progressive brand management experience in consumer goods (CPG experience strongly preferred).
Demonstrated success in managing large P&L and significant marketing budgets.
Strong track record of leading innovation projects from concept through execution.
Naturally curious with the ability to spot trends opportunities and insights that can be transformed into business growth.
Experience building deep consumer intimacy and shaping strategy through both qualitative and quantitative research.
Comfortable navigating and leading through ambiguity in fast-moving competitive markets.
Exceptional strategic thinking problem-solving and analytical skills.
Proven ability to lead coach and develop high-performing teams.
Excellent communication and influencing skills across all levels of the organization.
What We Offer:
Flexible work schedule (including 12 paid holidays)
401k Employer Match up to 6%
Great Insurance options with low premiums through our Living Well program including dental and vision coverage
Opportunity to lead the companys flagship brand with high visibility to senior leadership.
Dynamic collaborative environment where innovation and growth are celebrated.
This job description should not be construed to contain every function/responsibility that may be required to be performed by an incumbent in this position. Incumbents are required to perform other related functions as assigned.
The position is based in our Houston TX offices and must work in that location.
Additional information:
ITW is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled. EEO is the law. ITW invites any employee and/or applicant to review the Companys Affirmative Action Plan. This plan is available for inspection upon request by emailing If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process please contact . No other calls will be accepted. ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues unique perspectives experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential. As an equal employment opportunity employer ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color sex gender identity sexual orientation religion national origin age disability protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal state or local laws.
ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues unique perspectives experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential.
As an equal employment opportunity employer ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color sex gender identity sexual orientation religion national origin age disability protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal state or local laws.
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
