Brand Manager

Mauritius Permanent View Job Description
Are you passionate about brand building, and commercial growth? We are recruiting a Brand Manager(Wine Portfolio) to join a dynamic FMCG leader in Mauritius. This role is a unique opportunity to manage international wine brands, build strong supplier and customer relationships, and drive impactful marketing and commercial strategies across multiple channels.
  • Wine Portfolio
  • Omnichannel optimisation

About Our Client

One of Mauritius's leading distributors of FMCG and healthcare products, representing world-renowned international brands across food, beverages, personal care, pharmaceuticals, and more. With a strong presence in both modern and traditional trade, they combine years of market experience with innovation, high service standards, and strong supplier partnerships.

Job Description

  • Lead supplier relationships, ensuring alignment with global brand guidelines and acting as the main point of contact.
  • Develop annual and quarterly marketing & commercial plans across omnichannel touchpoints (Modern Trade, Horeca, Retail, Online)
  • Execute AVA (Availability, Visibility, Activation) strategies to achieve best-in-class shopper experience.
  • Conduct competitor analysis, manage pricing strategies, and safeguard margins and profitability.
  • Oversee stock management, forecasting, and corrective measures to prevent overstock/expiry issues.
  • Deliver impactful brand activations, campaigns, and events in line with supplier and company strategy.
  • Build strong commercial relationships with customers (Hotels, Bars, Restaurants, Retailers, Supermarkets, etc.).
  • Provide product and brand training to sales teams and B2B customers.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Sales, Demand Planning, Brand Activation) to ensure seamless execution.



The Successful Applicant

  • Proven experience in brand management, trade marketing, or category management within FMCG, beverages, or hospitality.
  • Strong commercial and analytical mindset with experience managing margins, pricing, and stock profitability.
  • Excellent relationship-building skills with international suppliers and local stakeholders.
  • Dynamic, proactive, and creative profile with the ability to manage multiple projects.
  • Bilingual: French and English
  • Knowledge of wine/beverages is a strong advantage.

What's on Offer

  • Exposure to leading international wine brands and global suppliers.
  • Opportunity to shape and grow brand presence across Mauritius's retail, Horeca, and B2C channels.
  • A role combining commercial responsibility, marketing strategy, and execution.



Contact
Julie Leung
Quote job ref
JN-092025-6831039
Phone number
+27113035593

Job summary

Function
Sales
Specialisation
FMCG & Consumer
Industry
FMCG (Fast Moving Consumer Goods)
Location
Mauritius
Job Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Julie Leung
Consultant phone
+27113035593
Job Reference
JN-092025-6831039