Senior Brand Manager

Job Title: Senior Brand Manager – Consumer Cleaners SegmentLocation: Vernon Hills, ILDepartment: Rust-Oleum US Brand ManagementReports To: Director, Product Management – CleanersDirect Reports: NoIgnite Growth. Shape the Future. Leave a Legacy.Rust-Oleum is more than a global leader in protective paints and coatings, we’re a brand powerhouse with a bold vision for the future. Our Cleaners platform is on the rise, and we’re looking for a trailblazing Senior Brand Manager to lead the charge in transforming our Moldex and Krud Kutter brands into leading household names.If you thrive in fast-paced, entrepreneurial environments and are driven by the thrill of building something meaningful, this is your moment.What You’ll DoAs Senior Brand Manager, you’ll be the strategic force behind two of our most exciting consumer cleaning brands. You’ll blend creativity with analytics, vision with execution, and strategy with hustle. You’ll own the brand story, shape the brand portfolio and lead cross-functional teams to bring bold ideas to life.Brand Strategy & ActivationCraft and execute brand strategies that break through the clutter and resonate with consumersChampion digital-first marketing campaigns that build awareness, engagement and fuel growthCollaborate with Sales, Demand Generation and Digital Hub teams to ensure seamless go-to-market executionMonitor competitive activity and consumer trends to stay ahead of the curveInnovation & Product DevelopmentLead the development of new products that excite consumers and disrupt the categoryOwn brand P&Ls and drive profitability through smart portfolio management and pricing strategiesBuild compelling business cases for innovation, backed by data and consumer insightsGuide products through the stage-gate process from concept to shelfTeam Culture & InfluenceInfluence cross-functional partners with clarity, confidence and convictionSupport our team culture of creativity, accountability and continuous improvementWhat You BringBachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, or related field (MBA preferred)10+ years of brand management experience, ideally within the Cleaners categoryProven success in launching and scaling consumer brandsStrong financial acumen and analytical skillsA creative, entrepreneurial mindset with a bias for actionExceptional communication and storytelling abilitiesExperience with EPA-registered products and eCommerce is a plusWhy Rust-Oleum Cleaners?We’re a team that values bold ideas, diverse perspectives and fearless execution. As part of the Cleaners team, you’ll have the autonomy to make big decisions, the support to take smart risks and the opportunity to leave a lasting mark on brands that matter.Ready to build something extraordinary?Join us and help shape the future of clean.Salary Range: $115,000 - $150,0000, bonus eligible From big benefits to small, we take care of our associates After 30 days of employment, you will be eligible for a benefits package that includes medical, dental, life, disability and business travel insurance, flexible spending accounts, EAP, stock purchases and vacation/sick days/parental leave. We also offer a 401(k) plan after three months of employment. Associates are vested in the RPM Pension plan after completing five years of service. Rust-Oleum offers 9.5 paid holidays and two floating holidays per year. You are also eligible to earn three weeks of vacation on an annualized basis.Rust-Oleum is an equal opportunity employer. Employment selection and related decisions are made without regard to sex, race, age, disability, religion, national origin, color, or any other protected class.