Manager, Brand Management - EduScience, Animal Alley, FAO

# Description *Manager Brand Management* This position will serve as the gatekeepers of assigned brands and is responsible for delivering upon brand objectives aligned with the overall company-wide strategies to drive to success. *Key Responsibilities*: /*Planning*/ * Work with Sr Manager, Director and Merchant teams to define brand strategies and align with assortment needs * Drive brand standards and role across categories. * Monitor sales and competitor offerings to determine brand positioning * Manage SKU/item count within brands /*Product Development*/ * Partner with Product Development on direction for the * Identify market gaps and needs. * Researches industry trends, product and marketing initiatives of competitors. * Establish standards and policies for global brands including imagery, creative, packaging, etc. */In-Market Support/* * Research and analysis sales on a week to week basis and make recommendations based on findings. * Track brand performance against seasonal financial plan and recommendations to improve future performance * Provide input for merchant partners to determine space allocation, signage, in-store placement, and ROTO positioning * Partners and collaborates with European/Asian Brand Managers * Proven track record in Brand Management * Knowledge of consumer, stores, shopping behaviors and trends * Understanding of key retail metrics, financial analysis, consumer and product trends * Understanding of market competitive framework * Ability to clearly define brand and customer * Strong analytical skills * Strong communication skills * 5 years’ experience in Brand Management */Competencies/* * Focus on Guest: Ensures that team members are providing the exceptional Guest experience * Problem solving: Sees trends and root causes, and identifies solutions that best address them * Working together: Builds partnerships across teams # Qualifications * Proven track record in Brand Management * Knowledge of consumer, stores, shopping behaviors and trends * Understanding of key retail metrics, financial analysis, consumer and product trends * Understanding of market competitive framework * Ability to clearly define brand and customer * Strong analytical skills * Strong communication skills * 5 years’ experience in Brand Management **Job Function:** R Brands **Primary Location:** USA-NJ-Wayne **Schedule:** Full-time **Organization:** Headquarters **Job Type:** Standard **Education Level:** Bachelor's Degree **Brand:** Toys 'R' US **Req ID:** 70395