Grow Globally Recognized In-House and Licensed Brands by Assisting with and Owning Key Categories

If you combine a background in consumer goods with a digital-first mindset and a few years of professional experience, the role of Assistant Brand Manager offers you some compelling opportunities. Consider:

• You will join a strong and talented team where you will work closely with and assist the senior brand manager on the critical Reader category, and, under her guidance, act as the brand manager for the Sport category, including gargoyleseyewear.com.
• You will enjoy the mentorship of a skilled supervisor while having ample room to stretch and advance your skills as you are empowered to own your assignment, create strategies, seek alignment and execute.
• This is a role supporting top brands and enjoying wide exposure and visibility, including working with global partners.
• As long as you have solid consumer goods experience, we'll teach you the optical industry. And, we are continually introducing new products and launching new collections so there's always more to learn. 
• Enjoy a vibrant culture and passionate Digital Marketing team along with the stability and resources of FGX International and our global parent company EssilorLuxottica -- the world's largest player in the eyewear industry.
• You will help us fulfill an outstanding mission of improving lives by improving sight.

While the ideal candidate will live near Smithfield, RI in order to come into the office as needed, we will consider strong candidates working remotely anywhere in the U.S. Quick question for you - click here

FGX International, an Essilor company, is the world's leading designer and marketer of non-prescription reading glasses, optical frames and value priced sunglasses, with a portfolio of established, highly recognized eyewear brands including Foster Grant®, Sight Station®, Magnivision®, Gargoyles®, Corinne McCormack® and SolarShield®. FGXI is headquartered in Smithfield, Rhode Island.

To meet the basic qualification for this role, you will have legal authorization to work permanently in the United States for any employer without requiring a visa transfer or visa sponsorship. In addition, to be a good fit for the Assistant Brand Manager opportunity, you will have:

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing or a related field Quick question for you - click here
• Minimum of 2-3 years of consumer marketing and general management experience; experience in the optical industry is a plus Quick question for you - click here
• Track record of developing strategies to enhance a consumer brands' position in the marketplace
• Project management experience, preferably in a complex, matrix organization with a multi-regional scope
• Digital experience with a digital-first mindset
• Strong understanding of social media; hands-on social media experience is an advantage
• Solid computer skills including MS Office Suite programs
• Licensing experience preferred
• Ability to travel on occasion 

In addition, success will require the following core competencies and characteristics:

• Strong business partnering skills
• High energy and a history of successfully juggling multiple tasks and projects
• Autonomous, with a strong ability to work effectively on multi-cultural, geographically dispersed, virtual teams
• Strong leadership and influencing skills
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build strong internal and external relationships
• Proven organizational and problem-solving skills

Reporting to the Senior Brand Manager, as Assistant Brand Manager, you will be responsible for leading global brands, categories and/or initiatives that deliver on overall short and long-term marketing strategies which are designed to support FGXI’s growth globally via our consumer-centric, digital-first emphasis.

You will join a lean Digital team of seven responsible for digital and product marketing and e-commerce, and work on a plethora of projects and wear a variety of hats. While you'll interact with the team daily, you'll also collaborate cross-functionally, particularly with Trade Marketing Managers, Product Development, Marketing, Legal, and Graphic Design teams. Additionally, you will work with Ad and PR agencies, digital media and other external partners. 

Specifically, you will:

• Lead strategy for global brand launches and product development, working with cross-functional teams for brands in the scope of this role (e.g. readers and sport glasses).
• Lead the development of global marketing materials, tools and resources for global sales teams, focusing on omnichannel marketing executions (retail instore and digital) to support brand launches.
• Develop and execute digital-first launches for D2Cs (fostergrant.com or gargoyles.com) or retailer.com.
• Provide all marketing campaigns and assets needed to Trade Marketing Managers to execute on retail and retailer.com launches.
• Manage the digital and social media presence of the brands while working to increase followers, engagement and conversion.
  Work with cross-functional teams in developing brand vision and positioning to achieve overall business goals for the brand
• Assist in the development of consumer research studies to gain consumer understanding and insights on our product categories, specific new product introductions, brand awareness and effectiveness of overall brand message and experience;
• Develop and maintain competitive analysis and profiles of key competitors by conducting periodic retail visits and website analysis.
• Interact with internal and external licensor partners to develop plans and obtain licensor approvals.

Note: This description is intended to give you a general overview of the position and is not an exhaustive listing of duties and responsibilities.

Pictured: Gargoyle sunglasses are built for running.

Strong training
You will enjoy outstanding training and support at FGX, from great tools to strong mentorship to ongoing support. You bring a positive attitude and drive to learn and we'll ensure you have the training and tools needed to thrive and succeed. 

Professional development
Because of the wide scope and fast pace of this role, you are bound to learn quickly and enhance your skills. You'll work with a variety of experts and ad value through your strong ideas and creative insight. Prove yourself in this role and you can continue to advance your career, perhaps stepping up to a brand manager.

Global market leadership
With worldwide brand recognition, international corporate locations, and sales spanning the globe, FGX International maintains a global presence and continues to expand into new locales. Our parent corporation, Essilor International, manufactures optical lenses under the Varilux®, Crizal®, Transitions®, and other brands, and Essilor products are worn by one billion people daily. Essilor's recent merger with Luxottica has created the world's largest player in the eyewear industry.

Excellent compensation
We offer competitive compensation and attractive benefits, including comprehensive medical and dental care, life insurance and 401K programs, and the opportunity to work on some of the most famous brands in our industry.

Pictured: Making a difference in the lives of others is part of our daily focus at FGX International. We participate in a number of programs designed to provide support to organizations dedicated to improving our way of life, on a local and national level.

This a busy, fast-paced role on a lean team. Everyone is not only empowered to own their roles but they are expected to do so. Of course, there is strong support when you need it, but you must bring the energy, drive and confidence to work autonomously and execute your responsibilities. In addition, to be an outstanding Assistant Brand Manager, you will:

• Bring a proactive approach to learning the industry and getting up to speed quickly
• Work effectively in a rapidly changing environment
• Work independently and as a strong team member
• Prioritize and remain organized to manage multiple tasks and projects
• Add value by sharing your strong ideas, finding answers, providing assistance, etc.
• Maintain a positive and upbeat; flex and persevere to meet demands
• Bring a commitment to our mission and core values