Assistant Brand Manager

Lead the development and execution of endtoend brand strategy across a diverse portfolio of specialty spirits and nonalcoholic brands.Drive Vanguard''s B2B presence by managing internal stakeholders and coordinating trade visibility.Proudly B Corp certified - balancing profit with people and the planet.Here at Lion we don''t settle for ordinary. We''re passionate about crafting exceptional brands that bring people together, spark conversations, and create unforgettable moments. Our Marketing team are responsible for shaping the identity and driving the success of our brand portfolio. We''re all about passion, energy and teamwork to serve uplifting moments to our consumers and truly be at the heart of good times.This is a unique role that offers an incredible opportunity to develop commercial capabilities and grow your marketing careerAs our Assistant Brand Manager, you will have responsibility for:Own the day-to-day management of the Specialist Brands portfolio and Brand Vanguard with guidance from the Brand Manager. Specialist brands include key bartenderfavourite brands such as Suze, Tempus Fugit, BarSol Pisco and Crawley''s Syrups, and more.Manage day-to-day engagement with global brand owners, including reporting, innovation pipeline, asset management and ongoing brand supportLead the execution of trade, shopper and consumer marketing programs across retail, on-premise and e-commerce channelsManage the production, storage and distribution of point -of sale (POS) materials, ensuring brand consistency and compliance with regulatory and responsible service standards.Measure the ROI of trade and consumer activation through sales uplift, retailer compliance, and engagement metrics.To be successful for this role, you will bring:Previous experience working as an Assistant Brand Manager within alcohol or the FMCG industry is preferredStrong attention to detail, budget management skills and a results focused approachProven communication skills, understanding the unique needs of different audiencesSolid stakeholder management skills from internal colleagues through to external partnersStrong learning agility combined with data and digital literacyExperience of Brand Marketing and Brand ManagementDemonstrated ability to contribute to strategic plans and think innovativelyJoin us in building the next chapter of a proud Lion legacy by embracing a challenger mindset - being curious, courageous, and acting with conviction. We don''t just offer a job; we offer growth and development ''on tap'' where you can unleash your potential and be part of something extraordinary

Created: 2026-02-19