Associate Brand Manager (CPG)

Our client, a leading consumer brand in the pet care space, is looking for an Associate Brand Manager to join their team, full-time.

This role will report to the Brand Director and is based in Burlington, MA, with an onsite schedule of 4 days per week and remote Fridays. Candidates must live within commuting distance or be willing to relocate, relocation package is provided.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop a strong understanding of the consumer, category, brand, and product portfolio.

• Analyze multiple data sources to track brand performance and category trends and translate findings into actionable insights.

• Identify new growth opportunities within the dog treats and pet food categories using consumer insights, data, and market observations.

• Help develop a consumer insight-driven innovation pipeline.

• Lead cross-functional teams and projects to execute new product launches and go-to-market strategies.

• Support annual brand planning, including marketing campaigns, new product launches, promotions, merchandising, and distribution opportunities.

• Use knowledge of consumers, competitors, and category trends to drive continued brand growth.

• Contribute to broader brand management and business growth initiatives.

REQUIREMENTS:

• 1-2 years of post-MBA CPG Brand Management experience OR 2+ years of CPG Brand Management experience without an MBA.

• Strong analytical skills and strategic thinking.

• Proficiency with Nielsen or IRI.

• Experience analyzing consumer, category, and brand performance data.

• Strong creative eye with experience in packaging and marketing asset development.

• Experience leading and influencing cross-functional teams.

• Ability to manage multiple initiatives and collaborate effectively across departments.

• Consumer-first mindset with a strong sense of ownership and accountability.

• Positive, pragmatic approach to challenges and opportunities.

In this position, you may have access to client or customer systems, confidential and/or proprietary information or data. This position is onsite and requires you to work closely with other individuals in a collaborative team environment.

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For Creative Circle to represent you for this opportunity, you must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need of employer sponsorship for a non-immigrant visa such as a H-1B, TN, or O visa. We do not support or provide training for STEM/OPT programs. Additionally, you must be physically located in and perform the work for our client in the United States.This is a new role.

This job was first posted by Creative Circle on 09/20/2026 and applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled or closed.

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