Global Brand Innovation Manager (d/ f /m)

Essity is a global, leading hygiene and health company. Every day, our products, solutions and services are used by a billion people around the world. Our purpose is to break barriers to well-being for the benefit of consumers, patients, caregivers, customers and society. Sales are conducted in approximately 150 countries under the leading global brands TENA and Tork, and other strong brands such as Actimove, Cutimed, JOBST, Knix, Leukoplast, Libero, LAschheimibresse, Lotus, Modibodi, Nosotras, Saba, Tempo, TOM Organic and Zewa.

About the role

For our Global Marketing & Innovation unit we are looking for a Global Brand Innovation Manager in in the area Consumer Tissue Hankies, Facials and Moist.

This is a Fixed-term position (20 months) based in Aschheim, Munich.

• Contribute to the global innovation strategy, driving value creation through innovations in the Hankies & Facials category.

• Identify and capitalize on new opportunities and gaps to enhance the innovation pipeline, aligned with consumer segmentation and brand architecture.

• Transform strong consumer and shopper insights into successful innovation concepts, claims and designs.

• Collaborate in a marketing and technical partnership to lead prioritized concepts from ideation to launch, executed by regional and local teams.

• Partner closely with regional marketing and commercial teams to ensure innovation roadmaps meet consumer and business needs, thereby supporting Business Units' sales and profit growth.

Who You Are

• Experienced in brand or product management across different geographies in global FMCG environment.

• Strong Marketing mix skills (including leading and successfully launched innovation or communication projects).

• Proven ability to motivate and influence cross-functional teams and various stakeholders combined with entrepreneurial mindset

• Strong project leadership, communication and collaboration skills .

• Comprehensive understanding of business operations and P&L management.

• Fluent in English (German, Spanish or French is a plus).

All Applicants are requested to deliver their CV in English language.

What We Can Offer You

Our purpose, Breaking Barriers to Well-Being, provides meaning to everything we do. Join us to improve well-being for people and drive positive change for society and the environment. At Essity, you'll feel valued, empowered to grow, and challenged to achieve business results in a collaborative and open atmosphere. Innovate for Good | Excel Together | Be You with Us

Application End Date:

21 ago. 2025

Job Requisition ID:

Essity255673

Essity is a leading global hygiene and health company. Our expertise began with the acquisition of the Swedish company Mölnlycke in 1975, through which our roots stretch back to 1849. Today, our sustainable innovations from globally trusted brands, designed for everybody and every body, care for the well-being of 1 billion people in 150 countries every day.

Working at Essity is not just a career but a chance to make the world healthier, safer, and more hygienic. We innovate for good to break barriers and contribute to shaping a healthier future. At Essity, we have a people-first approach where every career is as unique as the individual. We empower employees to excel together and reach their full potential through a winning culture driven by a powerful purpose. Our performance-orientated environment motivates employees to think differently and embrace challenges so we can continue improving lives, every day through better hygiene and health. We provide a sustainable work-life based on flexibility for both employees and employers. We are committed to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in everything we do. It is the key to our success in creating an inclusive, collaborative, and caring company culture where you can be you with us. Our purpose of Breaking Barriers to Well-being, enables customers and consumers to lead fuller lives at all stages of life.

Our leading global brands include TENA and Tork, and other strong brands such as Actimove, Cutimed, JOBST, Knix, Leukoplast, Libero, Libresse, Lotus, Modibodi, Nosotras, Saba, Tempo, TOM Organic and Zewa are sold in 150 countries. I In 2024, Essity had net sales of approximately SEK 146bn (EUR 13bn) and employed 36,000 people. We are headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden and Essity is listed on Nasdaq Stockholm. If you want to join a company where dedication to people is powered by innovation, welcome to Essity!