Brand Manager
- Req. Number: 2023-29804
- Mall Name: 111 5th Avenue
- City, State: New York, New York
- Posted Date: 8/4/2023
Overview
About EXPR
EXPR is a multi-brand fashion retailer whose portfolio includes Express, Bonobos and UpWest. The Company operates an omnichannel platform as well as physical and online stores. Grounded in a belief that style, quality and value should all be found in one place, Express is a brand with a purpose - We Create Confidence. We Inspire Self-Expression. - powered by a styling community. Bonobos is a menswear brand known for exceptional fit and an innovative retail model. UpWest is an apparel, accessories and home goods brand with a purpose to Provide Comfort for People & Planet.
The Company has over 530 Express retail and Express Factory Outlet stores in the United States and Puerto Rico, the Express.com online store and the Express mobile app; over 60 Bonobos Guideshop locations and the Bonobos.com online store; and 13 UpWest retail stores and the UpWest.com online store. EXPR is traded on the NYSE under the symbol EXPR. For more information about our Company, please vis it www.express.com/investor and for more information about our brands, please visit www.express.com , www.bonobos.com or www.upwest.com .
Responsibilities
Bonobos is seeking a Brand Manager to lead the strategy and execution of our brand and marketing initiatives that will take our company to the next level.
Founded on a better-fitting pair of pants and the best-in-class customer service around, Bonobos is one of the fastest growing digitally native apparel companies ever. Reporting to the Chief Marketing Officer, the Brand Manager will play a critical role in bringing the brand positioning to life, designing strategies for omnichannel campaigns as well as leading the marketing team through the execution of brand equity campaigns, partnerships and other marketing initiatives.
This role is responsible for...The Brand Manager is at the core of the Bonobos business and our reinvention of how customers engage with the brand and shop. This role will be responsible for the strategy, development, implementation and optimization of Bonobos' brand and marketing campaigns. This is an exciting opportunity to craft and execute impactful initiatives that not only attract customers but keep them coming back for more. The ideal candidate is a thoughtful and results-driven marketer who has worked for a high-growth consumer brand, with a focus on developing and executing effective omnichannel campaigns.
We have an all-hands-on-deck mentality where the sharing of ideas is encouraged. Are you ready to jump in?
What you'll do...
You...
We...
Benefits and Compensation
EXPR offers a range of benefits to help protect full-time associates health and long-term financial security including:
Part-time associates may be eligible to receive paid sick leave, public health emergency leave and to participate in the 401(k) and Roth 401(k) with Company match. Additionally, part-time associates are eligible to receive a merchandise discount, and to choose voluntary benefits through YouDecide. Full-time associates may be eligible to participate in our incentive plan.
Salary Range: $120,700 - $187,700
Actual compensation offered is dependent upon a number of factors including, but not limited to, work location, education, relevant skills and experience of the candidate.
Closing
An equal opportunity employer, EXPR does not discriminate in recruiting, hiring or any other terms and conditions of employment hiring on the basis of any federal, state, or locally protected characteristic. EXPR only hires individuals authorized for employment in the United States. EXPR is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you need an accommodation because of a disability to search and apply for a listed job position, please call 1-800-964-9793 and say 'Associate Relations' or send an e-mail to AssociateRelations@Express.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.
Notification to Agencies : Please note that EXPR does not accept unsolicited resumes or calls from third-party recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Master Service Agreement and approval from HR to submit resumes for a specific requisition, EXPR will not consider or approve payment to any third-parties for hires made.
About EXPR
EXPR is a multi-brand fashion retailer whose portfolio includes Express, Bonobos and UpWest. The Company operates an omnichannel platform as well as physical and online stores. Grounded in a belief that style, quality and value should all be found in one place, Express is a brand with a purpose - We Create Confidence. We Inspire Self-Expression. - powered by a styling community. Bonobos is a menswear brand known for exceptional fit and an innovative retail model. UpWest is an apparel, accessories and home goods brand with a purpose to Provide Comfort for People & Planet.
The Company has over 530 Express retail and Express Factory Outlet stores in the United States and Puerto Rico, the Express.com online store and the Express mobile app; over 60 Bonobos Guideshop locations and the Bonobos.com online store; and 13 UpWest retail stores and the UpWest.com online store. EXPR is traded on the NYSE under the symbol EXPR. For more information about our Company, please vis it www.express.com/investor and for more information about our brands, please visit www.express.com , www.bonobos.com or www.upwest.com .
Responsibilities
Bonobos is seeking a Brand Manager to lead the strategy and execution of our brand and marketing initiatives that will take our company to the next level.
Founded on a better-fitting pair of pants and the best-in-class customer service around, Bonobos is one of the fastest growing digitally native apparel companies ever. Reporting to the Chief Marketing Officer, the Brand Manager will play a critical role in bringing the brand positioning to life, designing strategies for omnichannel campaigns as well as leading the marketing team through the execution of brand equity campaigns, partnerships and other marketing initiatives.
This role is responsible for...The Brand Manager is at the core of the Bonobos business and our reinvention of how customers engage with the brand and shop. This role will be responsible for the strategy, development, implementation and optimization of Bonobos' brand and marketing campaigns. This is an exciting opportunity to craft and execute impactful initiatives that not only attract customers but keep them coming back for more. The ideal candidate is a thoughtful and results-driven marketer who has worked for a high-growth consumer brand, with a focus on developing and executing effective omnichannel campaigns.
We have an all-hands-on-deck mentality where the sharing of ideas is encouraged. Are you ready to jump in?
What you'll do...
- Uphold and refine Bonobos' brand positioning, ensuring a strong and consistent brand voice and messaging across all marketing channels (ecomm, digital marketing, social, print and retail) through seasonal and integrated marketing campaigns
- Act as the brand guardian to ensure consistency and adherence to brand guidelines across all consumer touchpoints
- Develop and implement comprehensive brand strategies that align with Bonobos' overall business goals and objectives
- Develop the strategy and own the execution of the marketing calendar, ensuring all channels (owned, earned and paid) are aligned to achieve revenue goals and business needs
- Together with channel leads, develop overall channel strategy to support brand campaigns and achieve brand awareness goals
- Collaborate with the Marketing, CRM, Brand Creative and Product teams to conceptualize and execute integrated and brand equity campaigns that align to the brand objectives
- Work with the CRM team to analyze customer data in order to develop personalized brand strategies and craft compelling brand stories that resonate with the target audiences and differentiate Bonobos from its competitors
- Monitor and evaluate brand performance, analyzing key metrics and implementing strategies to enhance brand perception and awareness
- Drive the development of creative assets, campaign materials and marketing collateral to deliver impactful and engaging brand experiences
- Identify and collaborate with key influencers, industry thought leaders and strategic partners to amplify the brand's reach and relevance and drive brand advocacy
- Develop and execute partnership campaigns focused on increasing brand awareness and strengthening brand equity
- Implement campaigns to support social causes, identifying non-for-profit organizations to partner with and managing the campaign process from end to end
- Drive consumer research strategy and work with relevant partners to implement brand tracking studies, targeted consumer research, and drive consumer insights
- Track and monitor key brand awareness metrics and NPS
- Stay up to date on the latest market trends, consumer insights and competitor activities within the fashion and apparel industry - leveraging insights to identify new opportunities and recommend strategies to maintain Bonobos' competitive edge
You...
- A positive "all-hands-on-deck" attitude and willingness to get the job done
- A Bachelor's Degree preferred
- A minimum of 5 years of experience in integrated and/or brand marketing within a D2C CPG organization
- Creative thinker with the ability to develop innovative brand strategies and initiatives
- Able to strategize, analyze and execute across a range of programs and channels
- Are scrappy, hands-on and can implement campaigns with limited budget
- A project management whiz and feels comfortable managing multiple initiatives simultaneously
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
- A positive attitude and proven experience collaboratively with internal and external team members to achieve deliverables
- Thrives in a very fast-paced environment and scaling organization
- Are resourceful and proactive in identifying problems and finding solutions
- Able to develop and manage marketing budgets
- Have the ability and desire to flex from big picture thinking to digging into the details
We...
- Work hard because we love what we're doing, but also believe in balance (say hello to unlimited vacation days!)
- Back up our talk with a competitive compensation and benefits package, challenging projects, random acts of team-wide fun and awesome co-workers that feel like family
- Value self-awareness, intellectual honesty, judgment, empathy & positive energy - often over experience
- Are located in the Flatiron District in the heart of Manhattan
- Have a passion for delivering a superior experience to our customers, clients, vendors and one another
- Are excited to hear from you!
Benefits and Compensation
EXPR offers a range of benefits to help protect full-time associates health and long-term financial security including:
- Medical, pharmacy, dental and vision coverage
- 401(k) and Roth 401(k) with Company match
- Merchandise discount
- Paid Time Off
- Parental leave for new moms and dads
- And more
Part-time associates may be eligible to receive paid sick leave, public health emergency leave and to participate in the 401(k) and Roth 401(k) with Company match. Additionally, part-time associates are eligible to receive a merchandise discount, and to choose voluntary benefits through YouDecide. Full-time associates may be eligible to participate in our incentive plan.
Salary Range: $120,700 - $187,700
Actual compensation offered is dependent upon a number of factors including, but not limited to, work location, education, relevant skills and experience of the candidate.
Closing
An equal opportunity employer, EXPR does not discriminate in recruiting, hiring or any other terms and conditions of employment hiring on the basis of any federal, state, or locally protected characteristic. EXPR only hires individuals authorized for employment in the United States. EXPR is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you need an accommodation because of a disability to search and apply for a listed job position, please call 1-800-964-9793 and say 'Associate Relations' or send an e-mail to AssociateRelations@Express.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.
Notification to Agencies : Please note that EXPR does not accept unsolicited resumes or calls from third-party recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Master Service Agreement and approval from HR to submit resumes for a specific requisition, EXPR will not consider or approve payment to any third-parties for hires made.
