BRAND OFFICER

The Brand Officer will assist in the development and execution of brand marketing strategies to achieve established objectives. Monitor and report on brand support expenditure to ensure that it is in line with planned expenditure and brand strategy.

The Jamaica Biscuit Company Limited (Jambisco) is the oldest and largest cookie and cracker company in Jamaica. We have been making Jamaica’s favourites for over 100 years. Jambisco manufactures a wide range of products for local and international markets under our flagship brand, Excelsior. Our success has been linked directly to our people – they are energized and passionate, charting roads which others follow.

THE ROLE:

We are seeking to recruit a Brand Officer with the right combination of skills and experience, to assist the Marketing Department in the development, effective execution, measurement and evaluation of brand marketing activities in line with agreed brand plans and timelines. The Brand Officer will assist in the development and execution of brand marketing strategies to achieve established objectives. Monitor and report on brand support expenditure (ATL & BTL) to ensure that it is in line with planned expenditure and brand strategy.  Monitor the implementation of agreed promotional activities to ensure that all executions are in line with the strategy.

 WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

The successful candidate will be someone who comes with the following key skills and abilities:

• Working knowledge of brand marketing strategies;

• Working knowledge of strategic marketing objectives;

• Working knowledge of the company’s products;

• Flexibility and creativity in mind-set and execution;

• Sound project management and organizational skills;

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and the Internet.

We are looking for the right candidate that not only possess the above but is also outgoing and can travel extensively across the country for the role. With an innovative, creative and energetic attitude the new Brand Officer will build and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external customers.

QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• First Degree in Marketing, Management Studies or equivalent qualifications.

• Two (2) years’ experience in sales or marketing in a similar environment.

Interested persons should submit applications no later than June 23, 2017. We thank all applicants for thier interest in this role, however, only shortlisted candiates will be contacted.