JOB SUMMARY:

The Brand Manager -Pumps and Water Heaters is a strategic, commercially focused leadership role responsible for the overall performance, profitability, and long-term growth of the Pumps and Water Heaters category across Rotoplastics (Trinidad) Limited and its subsidiary companies.

This role owns the category strategy end-to-end, including market positioning, product portfolio management, pricing architecture, supplier strategy, demand planning, and go-to-market execution. You would act as the internal category authority, balancing customer needs, operational capability, and financial performance to ensure sustainable competitive advantage.

The role requires strong cross-functional leadership, commercial judgement, and data-driven decision-making, while upholding the Company’s commitment to safety, governance, and responsible business practices.

CORE FUNCTIONS:

Includes but is not limited to the following:

1. Category Strategy & Leadership

•  Define and execute a multi-year category strategy aligned with corporate objectives and market opportunities.
•  Own the category vision, roadmap, and value proposition, ensuring clear differentiation and relevance.
•  Act as the senior decision-maker for all category-related matters across the business.

2. Commercial & Financial Ownership

• Full accountability for category P&L, including revenue growth, margin performance, and contribution targets.
• Develop and manage pricing strategies, landed cost models, and margin frameworks to maximize profitability.
• Lead annual budgeting, forecasting, and performance reviews for the category.

3. Market & Customer Insight

• Continuously analyze market trends, customer behaviour, and competitive activity to identify risks and opportunities.
• Translate insights into actionable strategies, product decisions, and commercial initiatives.
• Ensure the category remains market-relevant and competitively positioned.

4. Product Portfolio & Supplier Management

• Own the product lifecycle from introduction to rationalization.
• Lead supplier engagement, negotiations, and performance management in collaboration with Procurement.
• Identify and drive new product introductions, innovation, and range optimization.

5. Demand Planning & Inventory Governance

•  Provide strategic oversight of forecasting, inventory planning, and stock optimization.
•  Balance service levels, working capital, and risk of obsolescence.
•  Ensure category readiness for promotions, projects, and growth initiatives.

6. Go-To-Market & Execution Excellence

• Define and approve go-to-market strategies, promotions, and trade programs.
• Partner with Sales and Marketing to ensure effective execution across all channels.
• Support key accounts and strategic customers through senior-level engagement as required.

7. Cross-Functional & Subsidiary Alignment

• Lead cross-functional collaboration with Sales, Marketing, Operations, Finance, and Procurement.
• Ensure consistent category execution across subsidiary companies while respecting local market dynamics.
• Mentor and guide junior team members involved in category execution.

8. Governance, Risk & Continuous Improvement

• Ensure compliance with Company policies, procedures, and safety standards.
• Identify risks related to pricing, supply, inventory, and market exposure, and implement mitigation plans.
• Champion continuous improvement and best-practice category management.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Ø Bachelor’s degree in Marketing or in another similar or related field with experience in Sales and Marketing.

Ø At least five (5) years of experience in brand management or related role.

Ø Must be proficient in using MS Office Suite, internet, social media applications and Google Analytics

Ø Must possess excellent communication, interpersonal skills and analytical skills

Ø Must be able to interact with staff at all levels and from various departments

Ø Impeccable time management skills with the ability to multitask

Ø Detail-oriented approach with ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines

Ø A valid driver’s permit and possession of own vehicle.

Ø A valid passport, Visa and the ability to travel overseas.

Ø Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment.

Ø Certification in Customer Service would be an asset.

Ø Work experience in a manufacturing environment would be an asset.

Ø Police Certificate of Character (not more than 6 months old)

PROBATIONARY PERIOD
6 months

BENEFITS

• Vacation, Sick and Casual / Emergency leave
• Group Life & Health Plan
• Group Pension Plan