Brand Director, Cold & Flu

Hello. We’re Haleon. A new world-leading consumer health company. Shaped by all who join us. Together, we’re improving everyday health for billions of people. By growing and innovating our global portfolio of category-leading brands – including Sensodyne, EmergenC, Advil, Voltaren, Theraflu, Tums, and Centrum – through a unique combination of deep human understanding and trusted science. What’s more, we’re achieving it in a company that we’re in control of. In an environment that we’re co-creating. And a culture that’s uniquely ours. Care to join us. It isn’t a question.

The Cough, Cold, Flu (CCF) category is the cornerstone of Haleon's Respiratory Health business with trusted brands like Robitussin and Theraflu. We're seeking an experienced Brand Director to lead the CCF team, driving short and long-term growth and profitability.

In this pivotal role, you'll own the P&L and oversee the development and execution of annual marketing plans. You'll collaborate closely with cross-functional teams and global partners to identify growth opportunities, optimize ROI, and deliver innovative solutions that resonate with consumers and customers. This role reports to the VP Marketing, US Respiratory Health and has a team of 7 direct reports.

This high-visibility role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on Haleon's business. You'll work with talented teams, collaborate with global experts, and drive the future of a dynamic and significant business.

This role will provide YOU the opportunity to lead key activities to progress YOUR career.  These responsibilities include some of the following:

• Leadership: Develop and inspire a high-performing team, fostering a culture of innovation, agility, and consumer obsession.

• Strategic Thinking: Analyze market trends, consumer insights, and competitive landscapes to identify growth opportunities and develop winning brand strategies.

• Innovation: Partner with global category and US innovation teams to deliver a robust innovation pipeline and commercialize new products successfully.

• Commercial Excellence: Drive profitable growth by optimizing media efficiency, creative effectiveness, and portfolio management.

• Expert and Customer Partnership: Collaborate with the Customer Strategy and Expert Marketing teams to strengthen connections with key external stakeholders and drive impactful trade and expert activities.

• P&L Management: Own the P&L and make data-driven decisions to maximize profitability, grow market share, and deliver on commitments.

Why you?

Basic Qualifications:

We are looking for professionals with these required skills to achieve our goals:

• MBA in Marketing or related field

• 10+ years of progressive commercial marketing experience, including previous experience managing seasonal businesses

• Proven leadership skills and ability to build high-performing teams

• Strong analytical skills and data-driven decision-making

• Excellent communication and presentation skills

• Demonstrated ability to think end-to-end in running a business

• P&L management experience and financial acumen

Preferred Qualifications:

If you have the following characteristics, it would be a plus:

• Experience in managing complex, matrix organizations

• Deep understanding of consumer behavior, market dynamics, and competitive landscapes

• Successful track record in new product launches and innovation

• Proven ability to drive results in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with excellent communication and influencing skills

• Decisive and proficient in influencing, collaboration and conflict management.

Haleon offers a robust Total Reward package that consists of competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits program.  This includes a generous 401(k) plan, tuition reimbursement and time off programs including 6 months paid parental leave.  On day one, you are eligible for benefits, including our healthcare programs where the company pays for the majority of your medical coverage for you and your family.  We also offer the opportunity to receive a discretionary bonus based on the achievement of key business performance and other incentive/recognition programs as part of the offering. The salary range for this role is: $173,420 - $238,453 USD

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At Haleon we embrace our diverse workforce by creating an inclusive environment that celebrates our unique perspectives, generates curiosity to create unmatched understanding of each other, and promotes fair and equitable outcomes for everyone. We're striving to create a climate where we celebrate our diversity in all forms by treating each other with respect, listening to different viewpoints, supporting our communities, and creating a workplace where your authentic self belongs and thrives. We believe in an agile working culture for all our roles. If flexibility is important to you, we encourage you to explore with our hiring team what the opportunities are.

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Haleon is an Equal Opportunity Employer and, in the US, we adhere to Affirmative Action principles. This ensures that all qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, age, disability, genetic information, military service, covered/protected veteran status or any other federal, state or local protected class.

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Haleon offers a robust Total Reward package that consists of competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits program.  This includes a generous 401(k) plan, tuition reimbursement and time off programs including 6 months paid parental leave.  On day one, you are eligible for benefits, including our healthcare programs where the company pays for the majority of your medical coverage for you and your family.  We also offer the opportunity to receive a discretionary bonus based on the achievement of key business performance and other incentive/recognition programs as part of the offering.