Senior Brand Manager - 12 Month Fixed Term Contract at Mars, Incorporated and its Affiliates

Position Senior Brand Manager - 12 Month Fixed Term Contract
Posted 19 May 2026
Expired 18 Jun 2026
Company Mars, Incorporated and its Affiliates
Location Auckland | NZ
Job Type Full Time

Job Description:

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Mars is a family-owned business that has been making products for people and their pets for more than 100 years. We’re behind some of the best loved brands in the world including MARS®, SNICKERS®, EXTRA®, ECLIPSE®, PEDIGREE®, WHISKAS®, DOLMIO®, BEN’S ORIGINAL ® MASTERFOODS ® and ROYAL CANIN® ORIJEN® ACANA® we are dedicated to making a positive impact on people and the planet.

Join us in building a sustainable future where people, communities, and the planet can truly thrive.

Role Title: Senior Brand Manager – Snacking

Location: Auckland, New Zealand

Hours & Arrangement: Full-time. 12 month fixed term contract

Reporting to: Market Strategy and Deployment Lead

About the role

We have an exceptional opportunity for a seasoned Senior Brand Manager (SBM) to join our Auckland-based team for a 12-month parental leave contract. This is not your standard SBM position. We are looking for a brand leader to not only drive the growth of some of the world's most beloved snacking brands—including M&M's®, Skittles®, and Maltesers®—but to also act as a key leader within our NZ business.

Reporting to the Market Strategy & Deployment Lead, you will be the functional marketing expert for our team, providing mentorship to junior marketers and running our marketing team meetings. You will also play a pivotal role on the Snacking Leadership Team, helping to contribute to the overarching business strategy for this key growth area. This role offers a unique blend of hands‑on brand management and genuine business leadership.

What are your key responsibilities
  • Strategic Brand and Growth Planning: Lead the creation of data-driven marketing and 3-year growth plans, incorporating consumer, shopper, category and customer insights.
  • Innovation and Product Development: Drive a robust innovation pipeline aligned to brand strategy, market trends and grounded in consumer insights, and ensure the core portfolio is fully optimised.
  • Cross-Functional and Customer Collaboration: Partner with cross-functional teams to deliver key brand initiatives and customer plans.
  • Communications and Media Planning: Manage execution of communications and lead media strategy implementation and optimisation.
  • Performance Analysis and Risk Management: Leverage market data and the S&OP+ process to drive brand health, manage risks and guide decision-making.
  • Team Leadership and Development: Foster a high-performing culture, mentor team members.
What we’re looking for
  • Significant experience in brand marketing as a Senior Brand Manager or Marketing Manager, FMCG highly regarded.
  • A proven track record in brand ownership and P&L management.
  • Strong analytical, presentation, stakeholder and communication skills.
  • A highly strategic, insights led marketer who has a creative passion for understanding the consumer and growing brands.
  • Ability to manage several different and complex high-profile projects at the same time.
  • University Degree, preferably in Business/Marketing/Brand Management.
Why you’ll love working for Mars
  • Purpose: Help craft beloved brands with a legacy of over 100 years of local manufacturing making products that people and pets will love all while helping to build a more sustainable future.
  • People: A culture that values your contributions, fosters leadership, and recognises the impact you make. Your work truly matters here.
  • Development: Shape your career with personalised development and real opportunities to grow from day one.
  • Enjoy a team and business environment that is invested in helping you manage and grow your energy for work and life.

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Job Info:

  • Company: Mars, Incorporated and its Affiliates
  • Position: Senior Brand Manager - 12 Month Fixed Term Contract
  • Work Location: Auckland
  • Country: NZ

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