PeopleCaddie is hiring: Brand Marketing Manager in Chicago

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Base pay range

$60.00/hr - $65.00/hr

Job Title: Brand Marketing Manager (Contractor)

Location: Downtown Chicago, IL (Onsite – accessible via public transportation)

Start Date: September 29, 2025

Duration: 6+ months (ongoing assignment)

Pay: $475-$525 Day Rate (C2C)…other pay arrangements can be discussed

Our client is seeking a dynamic and experienced Brand Marketing Manager to join their team in a contractor capacity. This is a confidential opportunity with a well-established brand in the fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) space. The ideal candidate brings both strategic and hands-on marketing expertise and thrives in a lean, fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver branded programs, including brand restage, repositioning, communications, and NPD (New Product Development) pipeline development & delivery.
• Develop, manage, and execute the annual budget and 3-year strategic plan.
• Oversee and manage the marketing budget for the branded portfolio, ensuring optimal ROI.
• Monitor brand performance and define action plans to ensure continued growth.
• Manage internal and external stakeholders (IAT), building strong collaborative relationships.
• Lead and develop one direct report, fostering growth and capability building.

Experience & Skills Requirements

• 7–10 years of experience in the FMCG industry, with a proven track record in Brand Management in decision-making roles.
• Strong ability to interpret the market from both trade and consumer lenses.
• Proven analytical and strategic thinking skills, with experience shaping brand strategy and execution.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with a “can-do” attitude and the ability to thrive in a lean organizational structure.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams, delivering projects from strategy through execution.
• Strong ability to cope with uncertainty, pivot quickly, and embrace change.

Preferred / Nice-to-Have Qualifications

• Previous sales or trade/shopper marketing experience.
• Experience working in a matrix environment.
• Exposure to working with international HQ.

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Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Contract

Job function

• Marketing
• Industries: Food and Beverage Manufacturing and Baked Goods Manufacturing

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