Job Summary Our lead client in the Catering Equipment Industry is looking, to appoint a Brand Manager to their Gauteng offices, The primary objective of this role is to steer a sustainable and profitable growth of the brand portfolio through effective brand stewardship and management that align with business objectives. Central to this role is the end-to-end management of new product development and launches. Requirements: - Grade 12 (or equivalent) - Essential - Relevant BCom Degree / tertiary qualification or an acceptable combination of education and experience - Essential - Three - five years direct work experience in a similar capacity in the same or similar industries. - Three - five years strategic leadership - ability to drive both short and long-term brand growth and profitability. - Experience in building and nurturing brands (highly desirable) - Driver's license and own reliable vehicle - Excellent understanding of market and customer - Able to travel regularly - Business acumen and good understanding of business processes and functions Skills and experience: - Energetic and passionate - Service delivery and outcomes driven. - Attention to detail. - Strong communication skills for engaging at a senior level. - Able to work individually and as part of a team. - Highly effective in building and maintaining customer and supplier relationships - Superior Critical Thinking and Problem-Solving skills - resourceful at achieving objectives/ results despite obstacles.