Associate Brand Manager - Miller Cooper

Associate Brand Manager

We believe that you do something exceptionally well when you do it with joy, passion and conviction. That’s why we at Ritter Sport do everything we can to bring our mission statement to life. The motivation, creativity and drive of our employees makes us what we are - a chocolate brand that likes to set standards for quality and sustainability. Ritter Sport is a premium chocolate brand, family owned and founded in Germany in 1912. In the U.S., we are growing fast, and our team is growing too!

How You’ll Contribute:

• Analyze market trends and make recommendations for product improvements and new launches to ensure growth and brand relevance.
• Lead and assist with insight gathering research to collect consumer and competitive knowledge that enhances recipe development, promotional acceptance, and communication strategies.
• Create retailer-facing materials, such as sales stories and sell sheets, to effectively communicate brand value and drive retailer engagement.
• Develop and execute consumer-focused marketing plans aligned with Ritter Sport 's global strategy and U.S. business objectives.
• Execute marketing communication plans through advertising, consumer promotions, social media, public relations, and consumer activations to build brand awareness and loyalty.
• Collaborate with international colleagues to ensure strategic alignment and execution with global marketing efforts.

**Qualified candidates must live in the Chicago area and be willing to be onsite in our Chicago office 4 days per week**

About YOU:

• Master’s degree with 2 years of experience or bachelor’s degree with 4 years of experience as an analyst, marketing manager, project manager, or related field.
• Previous experience in CPG brand management, with strong skills in using syndicated data tools like Nielsen or Circana.
• Excellent project management, communication, and analytical skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Experience working in international corporate environments is a plus.
• Willingness to be onsite in our Chicago loop office 4 days per week.

Why we are the right fit for YOU:

• Be part of a fast-growing business and team and experience our start-up spirit!
• Competitive pay and bonus
• 401k and health insurance plans
• Generous PTO!
• A lot of delicious chocolate and fun colleagues are waiting for you!

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER