Building on a strong legacy of almost 150 years, we are leading the way to reimagine and improve life every day. Today and for generations to come. Through our innovative and sustainable brands and technologies, across our teams around the world.
Henkel holds leading positions in both industrial and consumer businesses: Our portfolio includes well-known hair care products, laundry detergents, fabric softeners as well as adhesives, sealants, and functional coatings.
Brand Manager (m/f/d)
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About this Position
Are you passionate about building brands that consumers love? We are looking for a dynamic and strategic Brand Manager to lead brand-building initiatives and product launches within our Consumer Brands business. As part of our Hungarian Marketing Team, you will manage a portfolio of iconic brands, working closely with regional and cross-functional partners to identify growth opportunities and bring winning strategies to life. This role offers an outstanding opportunity for an ambitious marketing professional to combine strategic thinking, consumer centricity, and creativity while making a tangible business impact. Join us to shape the future of renowned brands and accelerate your career in a leading FMCG organization.
What you´ll do
- Own and execute the local brand strategy and annual marketing plans in line with business objectives and regional priorities
- Monitor brand performance and identify growth opportunities through consumer insights, market data, competitive analysis, and category trends
- Lead the execution of ATL and BTL marketing campaigns in collaboration with internal stakeholders and external agencies
- Drive innovation and product launch projects, ensuring successful go-to-market execution and post-launch performance tracking
- Manage packaging updates and portfolio optimization initiatives in line with brand and business needs
- Collaborate closely with Sales, Commercial Excellence, Controlling, and Supply Chain teams to ensure effective activation, strong in-store execution, and brand consistency across all touchpoints
- Manage the assigned marketing budget, monitor spending, and ensure efficient allocation of resources to maximize ROI
- Partner with regional marketing teams to align on strategic priorities, share best practices, and contribute to regional projects and initiatives
- Prepare business cases, marketing analyses, and performance reviews to support decision-making and future growth plans
- Support the achievement of brand sales, market share, and profitability targets through data-driven marketing initiatives
What makes you a good fit
- Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business Administration, Economics, or a related field
- Fluent in Hungarian and English, both written and spoken
- 2-4+ years of experience in FMCG marketing, brand management, or a related commercial role
- Proven track record of successfully managing brands, marketing campaigns, and product launches
- Experience in FMCG and/or a multinational environment; exposure to regional projects is an advantage
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate consumer insights and market data into actionable business recommendations
- Commercial mindset with a solid understanding of brand performance drivers and business results
- Experience working with creative, media, digital, and research agencies
- Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines simultaneously
- Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across functions and levels of the organization
- Proactive, results-oriented, and comfortable taking ownership in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
- Collaborative team player with a positive, entrepreneurial, and "Can Do" attitude
- Proficiency in MS Office, especially Excel and PowerPoint
Some perks of joining Henkel
- Flexible work scheme with flexible hours and hybrid working type
- Diverse national and international growth opportunities
- Global wellbeing standards with health and preventive care programs
- Gender-neutral parental leave for a minimum of 8 weeks
- Employee Share Plan with voluntary investment and Henkel matching shares
- Cafeteria: 836.000 HUF gross/year
- 13th and 14th month salary
- Private clinic services
- Sports Club
At Henkel, we come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe the uniqueness of all our employees is the power in us. Become part of the team and bring your uniqueness to us! We welcome all applications across different genders, origins, cultures, religions, sexual orientations, disabilities, and generations.
JOB ID: 26100225
Job Locations: Hungary, Budapest
Contact information for application-related questions: career.hu@henkel.com
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FAQ
I am interested in several jobs. Can I apply for multiple positions at the same time?
Yes – simply fill out your profile in our online application system. Once your online profile is complete, you can apply for multiple positions.
The job offer is written in English – should I write my application in English as well?
Yes, please. As Henkel is an international company you will be working with colleagues from all over the world and English is our official company language. Generally, the ‘rule’ is: please write the application in the same language as the job ad.
Do I get feedback during the application process about the state of my application?
Each position that we have open with Henkel is unique, and finding the right candidate is important for both the hired candidate as well as for Henkel. We want to make sure that both the candidate and the company are a good fit for each other. We will provide feedback to the candidates throughout the entire process.
Can employees move between business areas and/or to a different country?
Yes, in fact it is an expectation within Henkel that our talent is flexible and mobile. This helps to support the company on a broad, global level.
Our “Triple Two” philosophy promotes this expectation, by allowing you to work in at least two different roles, in two different business areas and two different countries. The reason behind this philosophy is that we believe working in different roles, business units and functions is good for your personal development and improves your understanding of Henkel as a global company.
Here you will get further information on our training programs.
Whom do I contact if I have questions concerning my application?
Our recruiting team will help you with all requests regarding your application. Contact the team here.