Brand Manager - Small AppliancesHarrison Gray Search is recruiting on behalf of a fast-growing, family-owned leader in the small appliances industry. Our client seeks a dynamic Brand Manager to drive global product innovation and commercialization in one of their fastest-growing business categories. This is a unique opportunity to take ownership of product development, from initial concept to global market launch, while shaping the future of an exciting and strategically important category.Key ResponsibilitiesChampion the voice of the consumer in all development programs, partnering with marketing research to identify and define consumer needs.Lead the development, implementation, and execution of new product launches while maintaining existing product lines.Drive category innovation by collaborating with marketing, sales, R&D, and manufacturing teams.Develop a three-year innovation pipeline in partnership with senior leadership and cross-functional teams.Create channel management and distribution strategies, working with key accounts to improve in-store productivity, gross profit, and customer satisfaction.Monitor and analyze competitive activities and market trends, using insights to drive business performance.Lead cross-functional teams to ensure project timelines, budgets, and goals are met.Own the category's P&L, ensuring profitability and success metrics are achieved.Support the annual planning process, including media, promotion, and budgeting efforts.Present business cases and strategies to leadership with a clear category vision.QualificationsBachelor's degree in Marketing or Business (MBA preferred).6-8 years of experience in consumer products, ideally with CPG experience.Proven track record in product development, line extension, and consumer program execution.Strong leadership skills with experience managing cross-functional teams.Analytical expertise with the ability to visualize data, identify trends, and create actionable strategies.Experience developing and presenting business cases to senior leadership.P&L management experience and a global perspective are highly valued.Why Join Our Client?Be part of a fast-growing company leading the small appliances market.Take ownership of innovation and drive the development of impactful, consumer-focused products.Collaborate with talented teams on global initiatives while contributing to the company's long-term growth.Ready to shape the future of a thriving product category? Apply today!