Sr. Director, Brand Marketing

At Fortune Brands Innovations, we believe that our innovation and success are fueled by the passion of our people and the strength of our teams.

Together, we work to fulfill dreams of home by aligning around common goals, being agile in the face of change, holding ourselves accountable, and acting with integrity and transparency.

We succeed when everyone belongs and strive to build a Home for All where all associates can be their true, authentic selves at work.

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The Senior Director, Brand Marketing you will be the driving force behind the development, implementation, and execution of our overarching brand positioning and communication strategy.

Leading a team of talented marketers, you will shape the perception and identity of our iconic brands, ensuring consistency, relevance, and engagement across all touchpoints.

You will drive interest and demand for our brands' products and services, involving Therma-Tru Doors, Fypon millwork, and Larson storm doors.

If you are a strategic thinker with a passion for brand building and a proven track record of success in driving brand growth and innovation, we invite you to join us in shaping the future of consumer experiences.

Position location : Hybrid out of one of our Fortune Brands hub locations (North Olmsted, OH; Maumee, OH; Oak Creek, WI; or Deerfield, IL)

RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Lead the development of comprehensive brand strategies that define the overarching positioning, messaging, and communication approach for each brand within the Door portfolio.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional COE and Commercial teams, including channel marketing, product development, sales, digital marketing, CMIA, brand execution and PR, to ensure alignment and integration of brand marketing initiatives with overall business objectives.
• Engage with external partners / vendors and oversee the relationship management of key content development projects. Ensure that the creative direction given to agencies aligns with the brand message.
• Clearly articulate our primary and secondary target audience and measure performance against established KPIs and benchmarks according to long-term brand and product goals upon which communication campaigns will be evaluated.
• Establish and maintain brand and content standards to ensure consistency and coherence across all brand touchpoints, including marketing materials, packaging, and digital platforms.
• Oversee the conceptualization, development, and execution of integrated marketing campaigns and content strategies for each brand within the Door portfolio that effectively communicate brand messages that resonate with target audiences.
• Consistently bring fresh, innovative ideas for how Outdoors addresses business goals and engages target audiences.
• Inspire and lead a team of brand marketing professionals, fostering a culture of creativity, collaboration, and excellence.
• Utilize consumer insights, market research, and competitive analysis to inform brand strategy and campaign development, ensuring alignment with consumer preferences and market trends.
• Drive team performance and development through effective goal setting, feedback mechanisms, and professional growth opportunities, ensuring alignment with brand objectives and business goals.
• Work collaboratively with the Director of Brand Communications to optimize overall annual spend for paid, earned and owned media.
• Achieve financial objectives by preparing and managing an annual budget, scheduling expenditures, analyzing variances, and initiating corrective actions.

QUALIFICATIONS :

• Bachelor’s degree is Marketing, Brand Management, or Communications. Master’s degree is preferred.
• 15+ years of relevant experience; experience must include leading a multi-dimensional strategy across functions including internal stakeholders / partners, events, influencers and consumers / customers.
• Experience must include at least 5 years of experience leading a team.
• Creative mindset with a passion for storytelling and brand-building
• Excellent leadership and team management skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate a team towards achieving common goals
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities effectively

At Fortune Brands Innovations, we support the overall health and wellness of our associates by offering comprehensive, competitive benefits that prioritize all aspects of wellbeing and provide flexibility for our teammates’ unique needs.

This includes robust health plans, a market-leading 401(k) program with a company contribution, product discounts, flexible time off benefits (including half-day summer Fridays per policy), inclusive fertility / adoption benefits, and more.

We offer numerous ERGs (Employee Resource Groups) to support inclusivity and our associates’ feeling of belonging at work.

Fortune Brands Innovation (FBIN) is built on industry-leading brands and innovation within our operating segments : water, outdoors and security.

We have an impressive track record of strong financial results, market outperformance and growth, which translates into career and professional growth opportunities for associates.

Please visit our website at fbin.com to learn more.

Equal Employment Opportunity

FBIN is an equal opportunity employer. FBIN evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability / handicap status, marital status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, or any other legally protected characteristic.

Reasonable Accommodations

FBIN is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or interview process, please contact us at FBIN.

Recruiting@fbhs.com and let us know the nature of your request along with your contact information.