Brand Manager

Exciting Career Opportunity: Brand Manager at The New Zealand Sock Company

About Us: The New Zealand Sock Company is a sock innovation and manufacturing leader. We are dedicated to crafting exceptional socks for global and local markets, emphasising creativity, innovation, and quality. Our socks are manufactured using premium yarns and technical innovations that deliver high performance. Our team is a tight-knit family that values each member's contribution to our success. Ashburton's picturesque town is approximately one hour from Christchurch, and we offer a flexible working model.

Job Title: Brand Manager

Location: Ashburton, New Zealand

The Role: We seek a creative and strategic Brand Manager to join our dynamic team. This role is ideal for someone passionate about fashion, the outdoors and branding who can translate market trends into compelling product ranges and engaging marketing strategies. This newly created position will be pivotal in delivering our ambitious growth strategy.

Your Responsibilities:

Develop and execute brand strategies to enhance market share and customer loyalty.
Lead the design and launch of innovative sock ranges, creating captivating colour stories and product selections combined with technical design features that meet our customers' needs.
Manage marketing campaigns from concept to execution, ensuring they align with our brand identity and meet performance targets.
Conduct and apply market research to guide product development and marketing tactics.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure a cohesive brand and product strategy approach.
Ideal Candidate:

Holds a Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business, or related fields.
Bring at least five years of brand management experience, preferably in the textile or fashion industry.
Demonstrates creative solid skills and the ability to foresee market trends.
Exhibits excellent communication, teamwork, and project management skills.
Thrives in a fast-paced environment and is adept at balancing multiple priorities.
We Offer:

Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
A chance to work in a creative and supportive environment.
Opportunities for career advancement and professional development.
Flexible working conditions to maintain work-life balance.
Join Us: If you are ambitious, creative, and ready to take the next step in your career, apply to be our next Brand Manager. Please apply with your resume and a tailored cover letter demonstrating why you fit this role perfectly.

The New Zealand Sock Company is an equal-opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds to apply.