Brand Manager Angola & DRC

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Please apply by June 9th, 2026.

Brand Manager - Angola & DRC

What this position is about – Purpose 

Reporting to the Marketing Director, the Brand Manager is accountable for the end-to-end success of JTI’s brands and portfolio in Angola and the DRC. The incumbent works closely with cross-functional teams across the organisation to develop portfolio, pricing, and communication strategies for all JTI brands; lead new product development and other product-related projects; and develop communication campaigns and materials for JTI’s brands.

The Brand Manager demonstrates a high degree of consumer centricity and understands the RTC and trade landscape, working closely with the Sales and Consumer & Trade Activation teams to ensure optimal communication, activation, and execution excellence across all channels and touchpoints.

The incumbent leverages strong analytical skills to actively monitor not only JTI’s brand performance, but also overall market dynamics, the competitive landscape, and consumer behaviours and evolving needs. They use strong interpersonal and communication skills to build enthusiasm for JTI’s brands and initiatives across the organisation.

What Will You Do – Responsibilities 

• Act as custodian of JTI brands' SOM performance, formulate and implement portfolio, pricing & communication strategies in alignment with the Marketing Director, to ensure competitiveness of JTI brands to deliver volume, SOM, and OCC/FCF KPIs;
  
  
• Continuously monitor brand performance, market & consumer trends, and competitor activity to identify opportunities and address challenges through appropriate actions. Measure and report performance of all marketing campaigns and assess against predefined objectives and KPIs;
  
  
• Oversee the development of all elements of the marketing mix, including product, pack, communication, and promotional strategies to strengthen brand equity and ensure alignment with brand positioning and regulatory compliance. Demonstrates end-to-end ownership of all brand and portfolio-related initiatives, proactively driving and contributing to the commercial success of the business;
  
  
• Build strong relationships and close collaboration with cross-functional teams and HQ Brand Groups, ensuring seamless and proactive information sharing as required to drive projects & the business to success. Create strong enthusiasm for JTI's brands & initiatives across the organisation;
  
  
• Responsible for management of global & local brand agencies, as well as management of all relevant projects, incl. timelines and budget management. Drives annual assessments of agencies' performance and takes corrective actions if necessary.

Who we are looking for – Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Economics, or a related field;
• Eight or more years of relevant experience in FMCG marketing functions; experience working with global teams in a multinational company is an advantage;
• Fluent in English; Portuguese and French are a plus;
• Strong consumer centricity and strategic thinking;
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills;
• Advanced proficiency in data analysis and strong command of MS Office, especially Excel and PowerPoint.

What we offer

• Competitive pay and attractive annual bonus;
• On-going development opportunities in a multinational environment, a wide variety of projects, ambitious goals, and independence in achieving them. Promoting from within culture;
• Private medical care and life insurance;
• JTI Family Leave Benefit – including extended paid paternity leave and fully paid maternity leave;
• Wide variety of training, webinars, and professional courses on our e-learning platforms, including sponsored certification programs (for employees fulfilling the admission criteria);
• Working in a diverse and inclusive organization of over 40 different nationalities.

What Are The Next Steps In The Recruitment Process

Thank you very much for your interest in the role. You are welcome to apply. Are you ready to join us? Build your success story at JTI. Apply now!

Next Steps:

After applying, if selected, please anticipate the following within 1-3 weeks of the job posting closure: Phone screening with Talent Advisor > Assessment tests > Interviews > Offer. Each step is eliminatory and may vary by role type.

At JTI, we strive to create a diverse and inclusive work environment. As an equal-opportunity employer, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds. If you need any specific support, alternative formats, or have other access requirements, please let us know.