Lediga jobb The Absolut Company AB i Stockholm

ABOUT US
The Absolut Group (TAG) holds global responsibility for the production, packaging development, innovation and strategic marketing of an extensive range of premium spirits brands. They include the iconic Absolut Vodka, Beefeater, the world's most awarded gin, Malibu, the leading flavoured rum and Kahlua, the number one coffee liqueur, along with a selection of agave spirits, including Altos tequila and craft gins such as Monkey 47.
Headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden, The Absolut Group is part of Pernod Ricard, a worldwide leader in the spirits and wine industry.
We strive to redefine the global spirit market and the world we live in by inspiring people of all backgrounds to come together to mix ideas and drinks, respectfully and responsibly. And we have a true long-term commitment to sustainability – doing the right thing for consumers, society, the environment and our people.
We are always on the lookout for talented individuals to join our team and help us shake things up. We believe that work should be more than a paycheck, so whether you are just starting your career or looking to take it to the next level, we offer a dynamic and supportive work environment that will help you grow. Come join us and let's raise a glass to a fulfilling career and a bright future at The Absolut Group!


ABOUT THE ROLE
Are you passionate about working with iconic brands, fostering innovation and delivering exceptional consumer experiences? Do you want to be part of an international, diverse and inclusive team that values collaboration, creativity and fun? Then look no further than The Absolut Group!
Our Shopper Marketing Team at The Absolut Group is looking for a Senior Brand Manager that will support in the delivery of our business objectives via excellence in Channel/Shopper Marketing. You will drive the shopper penetration, recruitment, and revenue growth by supporting the business with high level of shopper understanding turning insights into action.
As a retail expert, you will champion sharpening our understanding of retailers & shoppers and promote consumer-centricity in order to act as the internal knowledge hub and guardian for Off-Trade/BTL (below the line) practices.
In this role you will responsible for:
Ensure the translation of TAG Brand Strategies, Communication and Innovation projects into Off Trade BTL execution
Successfully implement TAG Off Trade Marketing strategies guidelines, activities, tools & assets to achieve the strategic business goals and value to the markets (inspire the shopper to purchase)
Create market specific Off Trade programs where strategically relevant in close collaboration with market companies
Drive implementation of new retail solutions and technologies to drive standout and conversion
TAG BTL contact for Drive Markets and CCM (Creative Content Manager) community
Manage and purchase agency & supplier services
Budget, A&P and T&E responsibility



ABOUT YOU
You are a highly motivated self-starter with strong leadership, analytical, organizational, and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across functions. You are passionate, enthusiastic with a strong entrepreneurial ability to work around obstacles and drive results with a pilot/learn/scale approach. You are a consumer driven professional that keeps consumer at the heart of everything you do!
Academic qualifications:
Minimum 6 years of work experience in relevant trade/retail marketing or management – from FMCG/Spirit companies
Experience in leading Shopper Marketing and/or Category Management (or Trade/Channel) projects from brief to launch
International or multi countries experience is preferred
Experience of working with Off Trade channels such as Retail, E-commerce, Travel Retail and/or distributors
Ability to understand Category growth drivers and understand the Customer perspective and their primary drivers and KPIs.
International or multi-country experience is preferred
Must be fluent in English, other languages are beneficial



OUR OFFER
At The Absolut Group, we are the thinking and doing of all our brilliant people. Be audacious and to go after your dreams right from the start – and you will thrive in a passionate and progressive environment where we collaborate across borders. Be committed to a sustainable supply chain, a safe, inclusive workplace, and a responsible consumer culture, and we can achieve real change together.
With our spirit of belonging, we create a culture of what we call convivialité. It's the magic of human connections that makes things happen. You are welcome to The Absolut Group for who you are. We believe that an inclusive workplace with diversity of experiences and perspectives creates a vibrant work environment and mirrors our global consumers.


Read more about us at Careers | The Absolut Group (theabsolutcompany.com) Visa mindre

ABOUT US
The Absolut Group (TAG) holds global responsibility for the production, packaging development, innovation and strategic marketing of an extensive range of premium spirits brands. They include the iconic Absolut Vodka, Beefeater, the world's most awarded gin, Malibu, the leading flavoured rum and Kahlua, the number one coffee liqueur, along with a selection of agave spirits, including Altos tequila and craft gins such as Monkey 47. Headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden, The Absolut Group is part of Pernod Ricard, a worldwide leader in the spirits and wine industry.
We strive to redefine the global spirit market and the world we live in by inspiring people of all backgrounds to come together to mix ideas and drinks, respectfully and responsibly. And we have a true long-term commitment to sustainability – doing the right thing for consumers, society, the environment and our people.
We are always on the lookout for talented individuals to join our team and help us shake things up. We believe that work should be more than a paycheck, so whether you are just starting your career or looking to take it to the next level, we offer a dynamic and supportive work environment that will help you grow. Come join us and let's raise a glass to a fulfilling career and a bright future at The Absolut Group!
ABOUT THE ROLE
Are you passionate about working with iconic brands, fostering innovation and delivering exceptional consumer experiences? Do you want to be part of an international, diverse and inclusive team that values collaboration, creativity and fun? Then look no further than The Absolut Group!
Our Comms & Content team for Malibu & Kahlúa is looking for a Marketing Manager. Your role is to support the Director Global Comms & Content and lead the creative development of the various high profile and complex global and Drive Market campaigns, with the ambition to enhance the boldness of our communication whilst ensuring global consistency.
To be successful in this role, you will need to be highly effective in:
Agency management – from leading inspirational briefing sessions to deliverable, timeline and budget management
Cross-functional collaboration – complex internal stakeholder integration and expectation management across Market Companies, The Absolut Group and HQ
Creative excellence – supporting Director Global Comms & Content to elevate the creative boldness of the work by nurturing bold ideas



In this role you will be responsible for:
- Support the Director Global Comms & Content Malibu & Kahlua to directly lead the following for all of Malibu and Kahlua brand and product storytelling (Communications Planning, Content Strategy, Creative Concepts, Creative Executions).
- Liaise with our internal and external agency partners on the above and lead ongoing project management (including budget tracking) and the end of year performance assessment.
- Be the key Malibu and Kahlua contact to facilitate In-House Studio scope of work: from ATL to BTL, ensure visibility on the FY initiatives that will allow us to act nimbly and effectively for the appropriate projects.
- Ensure internal visibility of the creative content within the Pernod Ricard network – from myPortal, to leadership support of key initiatives.
- Connect with and counsel the other drive market specialists: USA, Canada, UK, Germany, Poland, Autralia, Korea and China.
- Take a leading role in steering the Strategic Brand Plan with Brand Strategy.
- Lead the Creative Functions in building the Fiscal Year Budget Plan.
- Oversee the teams' project management and budget tracking responsibilities for all other projects not listed above.


ABOUT YOU
You are a senior and experienced creative person with a strategic and innovative mindset - you can see ahead to future possibilities and translate them into breakthrough strategies. You will support the Director of Global Comms & Content to elevate creative boldness by nurturing bold ideas. You have a strong digital acumen and are a tech-savvy person.
To be successful in this role, you will need to be highly effective in:
- Agency management and Project Management / Budget Management
- Cross-functional collaboration and experience in managing complex internal stakeholders and in managing expectations across different markets around the globe.
Academic (Qualifications) & Professional Experience:
University degree in business/marketing
Minimum 10 years of marketing experience, ideally within globally managed business – from major FMCG companies, spirits, car industry, luxury goods, or leading global lifestyle brands
Digital or advertising agency experience Is highly desirable
International experience is highly desirable
Must be fluent in English, other languages can be beneficial



OUR OFFER
At The Absolut Group, we are the thinking and doing of all our brilliant people. Be audacious and to go after your dreams right from the start – and you will thrive in a passionate and progressive environment where we collaborate across borders. Be committed to a sustainable supply chain, a safe, inclusive workplace, and a responsible consumer culture, and we can achieve real change together.
With our spirit of belonging, we create a culture of what we call convivialité. It's the magic of human connections that makes things happen. You are welcome to The Absolut Group for who you are. We believe that an inclusive workplace with diversity of experiences and perspectives creates a vibrant work environment and mirrors our global consumers.
Read more about us at Careers | The Absolut Group (theabsolutcompany.com) Visa mindre

ABOUT US
The Absolut Group (TAG) holds global responsibility for the production, packaging development, innovation and strategic marketing of an extensive range of premium spirits brands. They include the iconic Absolut Vodka, Beefeater, the world’s most awarded gin, Malibu, the leading flavoured rum and Kahlua, the number one coffee liqueur, along with a selection of agave spirits, including Altos tequila and craft gins such as Monkey 47.
Headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden, The Absolut Group is part of Pernod Ricard, a worldwide leader in the spirits and wine industry.
We strive to redefine the global spirit market and the world we live in by inspiring people of all backgrounds to come together to mix ideas and drinks, respectfully and responsibly. And we have a true long-term commitment to sustainability – doing the right thing for consumers, society, the environment and our people.
We are always on the lookout for talented individuals to join our team and help us shake things up. We believe that work should be more than a paycheck, so whether you are just starting your career or looking to take it to the next level, we offer a dynamic and supportive work environment that will help you grow.
Come join us and let’s raise a glass to a fulfilling career and a bright future at The Absolut Group!
ABOUT THE ROLE
Our current Accounting Manager decided to embark on a new adventure within The Absolut Group. Therefore, we are now looking for our next leader to join us and inherit a strong team of 6 Accountants based in Stockholm and Åhus, Sweden. You will be part of the TAG Sweden Controlling & Accounting team which consists of passionate and committed professionals working across business and financial controlling, reporting and accounting. You will report to the Controlling & Accounting Director.
In this role you will drive The Absolut Group accounting agenda forward together with your team, cooperate closely with several internal and external stakeholders, and drive innovation within processes and tools.
You will notably:
Ensure correct and efficient accounting in line Swedish GAAP and internal control policies
Manage and oversee the daily operations of the accounting department while managing, supporting and developing a team of 6 dedicated accountants
Manage monthly, quarterly and annual closings in accordance with Swedish accounting principles and tax regulations
Design, develop and implement efficient and secure processes and routines
Secure safe monetary flows according to set rules of segregation of duties, approvals and internal control
Be a business partner to key internal and external stakeholders including other Finance teams and external partners or auditors
Initiate or participate to transformation initiatives within the Accounting scope (eg. ERP implementation, Digitalization, Harmonization of ways of working etc.)



ABOUT YOU
We see you as a motivated, proactive, solution oriented professional with a can-do attitude. Your good communication skills combined with your customer focus help the company grow further. You are organized, you bring clarity, structure and innovation and you enjoy build relationships based on trust and collaboration.
Strong financial skills with practical knowledge of Swedish GAAP. The understanding of IFRS Accounting Principles is considered an advantage
Experience from and interest in change management (challenge existing ways of working, proposing, and implementing new processes, systems etc)
Previous people management experience is required
Fluent in Swedish and English



OUR OFFER
Here at The Absolut Company, we let contradictions meet. We are a middle-sized, proud Swedish company that stands for strong values and at the same time, we are part of a global group that offers new international connections every day with a possibility of an international career. Here you will meet innovation in a company with more than 100 years of history.
You are welcome to The Absolut Company for who you are. We believe that an inclusive workplace with diversity of experiences and perspectives creates a vibrant work environment and mirrors our global consumers.
APPLICATION
If this role resonates with you, don’t hesitate to apply. We look forward to hearing from you! Visa mindre

Our Global Innovation Team is looking for an Innovation Manager to work with Malibu, Kahlúa, and our agave brands on a global international scope of work. This role is based in Stockholm, Sweden, among The Absolut Group affiliate, in order to enhance closer collaborations with our brand teams based there.
Innovation is a must win battle for us and is at heart of the value creation of our Group. Our Global Innovation Team has an holistic view of the brand and market challenges and develop innovations to address these opportunities. We create impact and faster development.
In this role, your responsibilities will be:
Create and deliver innovations on Pernod Ricard's strategic international brands to accelerate growth.
Define business and consumer opportunities with robust business and consumer analysis.
Ensure projects are aligned with the markets' needs.
Manage projects through Stage Gate from Stage 1 to Post-Launch Analysis – including localizing concepts, creating product briefs and working with R&D to develop, test and iterate prototypes, creating packaging designs and overall project leadership of the multi-functional team to deliver projects to successful market launch.
Balance rigor, data and TLO (test, learn, optimize) with the need for agility and speed to market.
Assess innovations after launch, share learnings, adjust propositions if needed.



Partner with MarketCos to support the creation of the strongest possible route to market. Drive consumer centricity into the pipeline and ensure business needs are met:
Leverage agile approaches and research methodologies to create strong and differentiated innovations that delight consumers.
Ensure learnings are shared with markets, BrandCo's and other Global Hubs.
Build strong business case leveraging external and internal data (financials)
Be the expert of BrandCo ecosystem (production capabilities, legal, competition, technical capabilities...)



Foster strong collaboration and interaction with Brand Companies and key strategic Markets:
Build strong collaborative relationships with multi-functional teams and lead projects to deliver innovations.
Help to define and optimize the ways of working with BrandCos and Markets to efficiently deliver the Innovation pipeline including collaborating closely with R&D & Supply Chain.
Support best practice share outs.



Wider contribution at Regional level: Be an active contributor towards the overall Marketing Transformation of Pernod Ricard. Visa mindre

ABOUT US
The Absolut Group (TAG) holds global responsibility for the production, packaging development, innovation and strategic marketing of an extensive range of premium spirits brands. They include the iconic Absolut Vodka, Beefeater, the world's most awarded gin, Malibu, the leading flavoured rum and Kahlua, the number one coffee liqueur, along with a selection of agave spirits, including Altos tequila and craft gins such as Monkey 47. Headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden, The Absolut Group is part of Pernod Ricard, a worldwide leader in the spirits and wine industry.
We strive to redefine the global spirit market and the world we live in by inspiring people of all backgrounds to come together to mix ideas and drinks, respectfully and responsibly. And we have a true long-term commitment to sustainability – doing the right thing for consumers, society, the environment and our people.
We are always on the lookout for talented individuals to join our team and help us shake things up. We believe that work should be more than a paycheck, so whether you are just starting your career or looking to take it to the next level, we offer a dynamic and supportive work environment that will help you grow. Come join us and let's raise a glass to a fulfilling career and a bright future at The Absolut Group!


ABOUT THE ROLE
Are you passionate about working with iconic brands, fostering innovation and delivering exceptional consumer experiences? Do you want to be part of an international, diverse and inclusive team that values collaboration, creativity and fun? Then look no further than The Absolut Group!
Our Absolut Brand Team is looking for a Senior Brand Manager, Strategy & Planning. You will play a pivotal role in defining, shaping, influencing, and impacting the future of our iconic brand. You'll be responsible for driving the strategy and planning that ensures our brand stays relevant, contemporary, and engaging for our audiences.
As a part of the Absolut Team, you would be collaborating and partnering with key stakeholders across the wider marketing team, drive markets and other cross-functional leads to ensure the brand strategy is anchored in clear, robust, and well-founded insights.
In this role you will responsible for:
Support the development and implementation of the global Absolut brand strategy. This includes brand positioning, master brand identity, and other brand fundamentals as required. It also encompasses being a champion for the Absolut global strategy to ensure all cross-functional teams (TAC, regional hubs, and market affiliates) have a clear and common understanding of our strategic direction.
Lead the Annual Brand Planning process and build the brand marketing calendar with key initiatives to deliver the brand growth strategy. Develop Strategy playbooks in partnership with cross-functional teams to drive engagement and alignment with market affiliates to deliver brand plans.
Support transformational projects, as well as support other transversal projects as a strategic partner (scoping, analysing, briefing, etc.). Coordinate implementation in collaboration with key stakeholders at TAC, HQ regional hubs, and markets as needed.
Support the long-range planning workstreams, including annual budget plans and executive reviews. Track and analyse trends, competitors' market & consumer insights to help identify new business opportunities.
Partner on the development of expert teams' (comms, channel, digital, etc.) briefs in close collaboration with counterparts from respective teams. Partner with Consumer Insights on Absolut's closeness agenda (PRIME reporting, Consumer Council, etc.). Act as the marketing point of contact on our sustainability strategy.
Coordinate internal engagement efforts on Absolut and provide inspirational information to the broader Absolut marketing team on relevant topics.
Support on ad hoc business request including strategic presentations to senior leadership.



ABOUT YOU
You are a Brand Strategist with a can-do attitude, that is structured and able to prioritize. You are business and solution-oriented, you have a proven ability to work around obstacles to achieve your business goals. You are a critical thinker and a problem solver; you are a clear and concise communicator. Your authenticity and capacity to maneuver a wide group of stakeholders with ability to build lasting relationships no longer needs to be proven.
Academic & Professional experience required
University Degree, most likely Business or Communication.
Solid strategic and/or operational marketing experience
Minimum 8-10 years' experience in Brand Management, Strategic Planning, Consumer Insights, or related marketing discipline.
Ability to travel.
English spoken and written with great proficiency. Visa mindre

ABOUT US
The Absolut Group (TAG) holds global responsibility for the production, packaging development, innovation and strategic marketing of an extensive range of premium spirits brands. They include the iconic Absolut Vodka, Beefeater, the world's most awarded gin, Malibu, the leading flavored rum and Kahlua, the number one coffee liqueur, along with a selection of agave spirits, including Altos tequila and craft gins such as Monkey 47. Headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden, The Absolut Group is part of Pernod Ricard, a worldwide leader in the spirits and wine industry.
We strive to redefine the global spirit market and the world we live in by inspiring people of all backgrounds to come together to mix ideas and drinks, respectfully and responsibly. And we have a true long-term commitment to sustainability – doing the right thing for consumers, society, the environment and our people.
We are always on the lookout for talented individuals to join our team and help us shake things up. We believe that work should be more than a paycheck, so whether you are just starting your career or looking to take it to the next level, we offer a dynamic and supportive work environment that will help you grow. Come join us and let's raise a glass to a fulfilling career and a bright future at The Absolut Group!
ABOUT THE ROLE
Are you passionate about working with iconic brands, fostering innovation and delivering exceptional consumer experiences? Do you want to be part of an international, diverse and inclusive team that values collaboration, creativity and fun? Then look no further than The Absolut Group!
Our POS Procurement & Logistics team is looking for a motivated individual to join us as a Category Buyer for our POS (Point of Sales materials), with a strong focus on procurement, product development, briefing, technical development, and stakeholder management.
This role is 1 year contract to cover parental leave, starting end of February 2024.
In this role you will responsible for:
Source and purchase Point of Sale (POS) products globally to ensure cost effectiveness and quality, with strong focus on product development.
Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand design requirements and contribute to the creation of innovative POS solutions.
Drive new development of innovative and high-quality POS and Merchandise materials and to ensure that POS product meets technical specifications and compliant for PR standards.
Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, fostering collaboration on product development initiatives.
Stay informed about market trends and industry developments related to POS products and technology.
Conduct market research to identify new suppliers, products, and emerging technologies in the POS sector.
Through market research and collaboration with supplier to identify opportunities for cost savings and process improvements.
Negotiate pricing and terms with suppliers to achieve cost savings while meeting product development goals.
Monitor and control costs within the POS category to maximize profitability while maintaining quality standards.
Work closely with internal stakeholders to understand and communicate product development briefs to suppliers.
Work with suppliers to address technical challenges and ensure the successful development of new POS solutions. Act as a liaison between stakeholders and suppliers, ensuring alignment and effective communication.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including brand team, logistics and cross PR affiliates to support overall business objectives. Leverage the Pernod Ricard network to optimise production and avoid duplication of developments.
Manage the end-to-end procurement process, from order placement to delivery, ensuring product availability and minimizing lead times.
Support Demand planner and Logistics Coordinator to ensure stock is optimized and replenishment planned in timely manner.
Execute Global Buy window process representing TAG.
Acting as internal TAC knowledge hub in all POS production and material related questions.
Support the rest of POS team in providing POS financial risk assessments and estimates to Business Control team (stock value, monthly purchases, sales and stock rotation).
Ensure that necessary documents are in place including all safety test certificates, product technical specification document etc.
Identify and mitigate risks related to the POS category, ensuring continuity of supply and minimal disruption to operations.



ABOUT YOU
You are experienced project manager to deliver on time, on budget and on brief. You are excellent material and production know how with well organized, multi tasked and attention to detail. You have ability to work in structured way despite of constantly evolving environment, with high integrity and sterling values. You are inclusive and takes initiative to find ways to get better results, best practices, and solutions.
Your qualifications and experience in this role:
University degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Procurement or a related field.
3-5 years minimum experience in procurement or buying roles, with a strong focus on product development within the POS sector.
Strong negotiation skills, ability to brief suppliers, and experience in technical development collaboration.
You have skills in stakeholder management and the ability to engage effectively with internal and external partners.
Analytical mindset with the ability to analyze market trends and make data-driven decisions.
Excellent communication and organizational skills. Visa mindre

ABOUT US
The Absolut Group (TAG) holds global responsibility for the production, packaging development, innovation and strategic marketing of an extensive range of premium spirits brands. They include the iconic Absolut Vodka, Beefeater, the world’s most awarded gin, Malibu, the leading flavoured rum and Kahlua, the number one coffee liqueur, along with a selection of agave spirits, including Altos tequila and craft gins such as Monkey 47. We are part of Pernod Ricard, the world’s second-largest wine and spirits producer.

We strive to redefine the global spirit market and the world we live in by inspiring people of all backgrounds to come together to mix ideas and drinks, respectfully and responsibly. We have a true long-term commitment to sustainability – doing the right thing for consumers, society, the environment and our people.

We are always on the lookout for talented individuals to join our team and help us shake things up. We believe that work should be more than a paycheck, so whether you are just starting your career or looking to take it to the next level, we offer a dynamic and supportive work environment that will help you grow. Come join us and let’s raise a glass to a fulfilling career and a bright future at The Absolut Group.


ABOUT THE ROLE
At the Absolut Group office in Stockholm, our Marketing team responsible for Kahlúa brand is looking for our next Marketing Manager who will have a key role within the Global Kahlua brand team to define and develop the optimum portfolio to win across key markets and key moments of consumption, as well as build a more sustainable future for the brand.
While being Kahlúa portfolio present and future guardian you will also:
· Together with Director Strategy, Portfolio & Innovation, take an active role in developing the Kahlua portfolio strategy and lead evolution of core product range. Drive projects of portfolio evolution of core spirit range (re-design, wet goods development)
· Own the global innovation strategy, long term growth opportunity mapping and global pipeline overview for Kahlua. Collaborate with and support global innovation projects led by the Innovation Hubs and act as the global brand and innovation guardian for the hubs. Close collaboration with hubs for innovation project realisation (North America and EMEA LATAM)
· Take an active role in building the sustainability & responsibility strategy & implement roadmap
· Lead and shape portfolio strategy, range architecture, global concept, design, and wet good development for core product portfolio with internal and external partners in line with our sustainability agenda
· Drive performance (range, sizes, mix, pricing strategy etc) of our portfolio in key strategic markets
· Define how to best communicate our portfolio in partnership with central creative team and Creative Content Managers
· Develop brand, portfolio and innovation guidelines that are clear, understood and implemented with Hubs & Global Convenience Unit
· Analyse trends, market & consumer insights to help identify global business opportunities and drive innovation culture within the organisation
· Support NPD development (If required) for licensing products

ABOUT YOU
You are a creative and consumer-oriented professional with the ability to combine company’s values, strategy and vision with popular trends and culture. You enjoy working on multiple projects where cross-collaboration is key for success. You are brave enough to challenge the status quo and always looking into continuously improve and innovate.
You are a relationship builder and you believe that working together is key for success. You know things can get tough at times, but you remain focus, goal oriented and positive – you bring sunshine and summer in every project you run, all year-round, no matter the season.

· University degree
· Minimum 8 years relevant business experience from the consumer goods sector in an international organization
· Minimum 2-3 years of Innovation and New Product Development experience
· Experience from working in a cross-functional organization and in cross-functional projects
· Strong interest in the field of circularity and sustainability
· Fluent in English Visa mindre

ABOUT US
The Absolut Group (TAG) holds global responsibility for the production, packaging development, innovation and strategic marketing of an extensive range of premium spirits brands. They include the iconic Absolut Vodka, Beefeater, the world’s most awarded gin, Malibu, the leading flavoured rum and Kahlua, the number one coffee liqueur, along with a selection of agave spirits, including Altos tequila and craft gins such as Monkey 47. Headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden, The Absolut Group is part of Pernod Ricard, a worldwide leader in the spirits and wine industry.
Headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden, The Absolut Group is part of Pernod Ricard, a worldwide leader in the spirits and wine industry.
We strive to redefine the global spirit market and the world we live in by inspiring people of all backgrounds to come together to mix ideas and drinks, respectfully and responsibly. And we have a true long-term commitment to sustainability – doing the right thing for consumers, society, the environment and our people.
We are always on the lookout for talented individuals to join our team and help us shake things up. We believe that work should be more than a paycheck, so whether you are just starting your career or looking to take it to the next level, we offer a dynamic and supportive work environment that will help you grow. Come join us and let’s raise a glass to a fulfilling career and a bright future at The Absolut Group!
ABOUT THE ROLE
Are you passionate about working with iconic brands, fostering innovation and delivering exceptional consumer experiences? Do you want to be part of an international, diverse and inclusive team that values collaboration, creativity and fun? Then look no further than The Absolut Group!
Our Procurement team is looking for a Category Manager driving efficiency and effectiveness of our Marketing spend, to increase ROI and manage our agency roster including performance reviews. You will be prioritizing initiatives to maximize value & benefits, monitor category budgets to drive costs optimization, and you will be accountable for the execution of negotiation strategy, contractual terms, legal requirements, and regulatory compliance of creative and production services.
This role is a 1 year contract (parental leave cover) starting beginning of January.
In this role you will responsible for:
Responsible for developing the annual A&P (advertising & promotion) category plan to handle: improvements on Agency performance, opportunity potential, identified savings and mitigate/eliminate risks within assigned procurement category.
Lead change and deliver fit-for-purpose agency solutions for Design, Creative Development, Assets Production, Adaptation, Talent, Usage Rights management and PR.
Project leader for category projects stated in category plan
Implements the category initiative with results within the framework of the Category plan
Assessment and awareness of cost structure, trends and main cost drivers
Reports back to the owner of Category management process
Produces and follow up savings calculation
Responsible for both financial and commercial follow-up
Reports and informs to stakeholders about the status of the category
Analyses risks and escalates as needed



ABOUT YOU
You are an experienced marketing procurement professional with +5 years of experience. You are a structured and analytical person, with an ability to work agile in a fast-moving environment. You are an highly collaborative person and have strong stakeholder management skills. You are inclusive and takes initiative to find ways to get better results, best practices, and solutions.
Your qualifications:
Master Degree in Business, Finance or equivalent experience
Experienced in building category strategy
"Speaks" Marketing, understands brand development & creative processes
Successful, multi-year track record delivering change for complex organizations
Advanced negotiation skills, problem-solving and analytical skills
Strong communication and interpersonal skills: comfortable and effective communicating (verbal and written) with all stakeholders
High energy and the enthusiasm to establish new category
Entrepreneurial and solution-oriented mindset
Able to be both visionary and practical with a hands-on approach



OUR OFFER
At The Absolut Group, we are the thinking and doing of all our brilliant people. Be audacious and to go after your dreams right from the start – and you will thrive in a passionate and progressive environment where we collaborate across borders. Be committed to a sustainable supply chain, a safe, inclusive workplace, and a responsible consumer culture, and we can achieve real change together.
With our spirit of belonging, we create a culture of what we call convivialité. It's the magic of human connections that makes things happen. You are welcome to The Absolut Group for who you are. We believe that an inclusive workplace with diversity of experiences and perspectives creates a vibrant work environment and mirrors our global consumers. Visa mindre

ABOUT US
The Absolut Group (TAG) holds global responsibility for the production, packaging development, innovation and strategic marketing of an extensive range of premium spirits brands. They include the iconic Absolut Vodka, Beefeater, the world’s most awarded gin, Malibu, the leading flavoured rum and Kahlua, the number one coffee liqueur, along with a selection of agave spirits, including Altos tequila and craft gins such as Monkey 47. Headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden, The Absolut Group is part of Pernod Ricard, a worldwide leader in the spirits and wine industry.
We strive to redefine the global spirit market and the world we live in by inspiring people of all backgrounds to come together to mix ideas and drinks, respectfully and responsibly. And we have a true long-term commitment to sustainability – doing the right thing for consumers, society, the environment and our people.
We are always on the lookout for talented individuals to join our team and help us shake things up. We believe that work should be more than a paycheck, so whether you are just starting your career or looking to take it to the next level, we offer a dynamic and supportive work environment that will help you grow. Come join us and let’s raise a glass to a fulfilling career and a bright future at The Absolut Group!
ABOUT THE ROLE
Are you passionate about working with iconic brands, fostering innovation and delivering exceptional consumer experiences? Do you want to be part of an international, diverse and inclusive team that values collaboration, creativity and fun? Then look no further than The Absolut Group!
Our Accounting team based in Stockholm is looking for a Team Leader Accountant to oversee the general accounting process and provide efficient and accurate financial services.
You will be involved in maintaining accurate financial records, ensuring compliance with accounting standards and driving process improvements. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams and play a pivotal role in supporting strategic decision-making within the organization – having specific responsibility for overseeing the financial operations of our mother company to ensure alignment with our overall financial strategy and objectives.
In this role you will responsible for:
General Ledger Management: Coordinate the completion of monthly general ledger balance sheet reconciliations to ensure accuracy and compliance.
Journal Entries: Prepare and post journal entries to the general ledger, maintaining accuracy and timeliness.
Best Practices: Introduce and maintain best practice procedures and policies, keeping backup policies updated and documenting processes.
Audit Support: Coordinate and facilitate external audits. Provide necessary documentation and assist auditors during the audit process.
Issue Resolution: Follow up on and resolve accounting issues as required.
Tax Compliance: Oversee reporting and payment of taxes, including Alcohol, Electricity, Energy tax, and VAT. Be the key contact for VAT-related questions and system setup.
Intercompany Reconciliation: Cross-team collaboration by participate in intercompany reconciliation and reporting.
Change Management: Continuously review and adapt work processes based on changing circumstances, actively engaging in change management.
Project Management: Plan, organize, and direct specific accounting projects, ensuring they are completed on time and with the right competence allocated.
Team Collaboration: Work closely with accountants and cross-functional teams, including finance, operations, and management, to provide financial guidance and support decision-making.
Area lead & mentorship: Provide guidance and mentorship to accounting staff, fostering their professional growth and development. Create a natural environment for overview and follow up; Provide clear expectations and close follow up on team with focus on reduce time waste. Drive performance and motivate (delegate) the team and increase level of ownership within the team.
Digital Mindset: Promote a digital mindset within the organization and inspire others to adopt digital practices.



ABOUT YOU
You are a proactive and solution-oriented person with strong financial skills and ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of stakeholders. You are always seeking for opportunities for process improvements and best practices. You are customer-focused, a structured and organized person, who can be flexible when needed.
Qualifications/profile:
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
5+ years of experience in accounting, with a focus on financial and statutory reporting.
Proven experience in leading accounting teams.
Knowledge of accounting standards, tax regulations, and internal controls.
Advanced excel skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.



OUR OFFER
At The Absolut Group, we are the thinking and doing of all our brilliant people. Be audacious and to go after your dreams right from the start – and you will thrive in a passionate and progressive environment where we collaborate across borders. Be committed to a sustainable supply chain, a safe, inclusive workplace, and a responsible consumer culture, and we can achieve real change together.
With our spirit of belonging, we create a culture of what we call convivialité. It’s the magic of human connections that makes things happen. You are welcome to The Absolut Group for who you are. We believe that an inclusive workplace with diversity of experiences and perspectives creates a vibrant work environment and mirrors our global consumers. Visa mindre

ABOUT US
The Absolut Group (TAG) holds global responsibility for the production, packaging development, innovation and strategic marketing of an extensive range of premium spirits brands. They include the iconic Absolut Vodka, Beefeater, the world's most awarded gin, Malibu, the leading flavoured rum and Kahlua, the number one coffee liqueur, along with a selection of agave spirits, including Altos tequila and craft gins such as Monkey 47. Headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden, The Absolut Group is part of Pernod Ricard, a worldwide leader in the spirits and wine industry.
We strive to redefine the global spirit market and the world we live in by inspiring people of all backgrounds to come together to mix ideas and drinks, respectfully and responsibly. And we have a true long-term commitment to sustainability – doing the right thing for consumers, society, the environment and our people.
We are always on the lookout for talented individuals to join our team and help us shake things up. We believe that work should be more than a paycheck, so whether you are just starting your career or looking to take it to the next level, we offer a dynamic and supportive work environment that will help you grow. Come join us and let's raise a glass to a fulfilling career and a bright future at The Absolut Group!
ABOUT THE ROLE
Are you passionate about working with iconic brands, fostering innovation and delivering exceptional consumer experiences? Do you want to be part of an international, diverse and inclusive team that values collaboration, creativity and fun? Then look no further than The Absolut Group!
Absolut Vodka is the leading iconic brand of Premium vodka offering the true taste of vodka in original or your favorite flavors made from natural ingredients. Please visit our website if you want to know more about the brand: Absolut | Pernod Ricard (pernod-ricard.com)
Our Communications & Content Team for Absolut brand is looking for a Marketing Manager to support the Director Global Comms & Content in the creative development of the various global and Drive Market campaigns, with the ambition to enhance the boldness of our communication whilst ensuring global consistency.
In this role you will responsible for:
-Support the Global Director in the following, for all of Absolut's brand and product storytelling, which includes:
Communications Planning,


Content Strategy,


Creative Concepts,


Creative Executions – including image assets for Channel.

-Liaise with our external for Agency partners on the above, and help manage:
Ongoing project management, including budget tracking,


End of year performance assessment.

-Work directly with the In-House Studio:
From ATL to BTL, ensure visibility on Absolut FY initiatives that will allow us to act nimbly and effectively for the appropriate projects.



-Help the Global Director "PR" our brand and product efforts, to ensure internal visibility of the creative content within the Pernod Ricard – from myPortal, to leadership support of key initiatives.
-You will also need to connect with and counsel the other Absolut drive market Creative Content partners:
North America
EMEA
LATAM
GTR
China
India

-Support the Global Director, and in some instances drive Functional POV on the Strategic Brand Plan with Brand Strategy & Innovation, as well as the FY Budget Plan.
-Develop Creative Briefs for Comms Projects
-Drive project management and budget tracking responsibilities for all other projects not listed above.
ABOUT YOU
You are a creative person with a strategic and innovative mindset - you can see ahead to future possibilities and translating them into breakthrough strategies. You have a strong digital acumen and are a tech savvy person.
To be successful in this role, you will need to be highly effective in:
- Agency management – from leading inspirational briefing sessions to deliverable, timeline and budget management
-Cross-functional collaboration – complex internal stakeholder integration and expectation management across Market Companies, The Absolut Group and HQ
-Creative excellence – supporting Director Global Comms & Content to elevate the creative boldness of the work by nurturing bold ideas
Academic (Qualifications) & Professional experience:
University degree in business/marketing
Minimum 10 years marketing experience ideally within globally managed business – from major FMCG companies, spirits, car industry, luxury goods or leading global brands such as Apple, Google.
Digital or Advertising agency experience is mandatory
International experience highly desirable.
Must be fluent in English, other languages can be a plus Visa mindre

ABOUT US
We are a Swedish company proud of our heritage and proud to be part of the Pernod Ricard group, a global leader in wine and spirits.
With a genuine passion for progression, we are responsible for the production, innovation and strategic marketing of the premium products and the iconic brands Absolut Vodka, Malibu and Kahlúa. You will be working in a high-performing, international and multicultural setting. Together with 500 brand champions and kick-ass manufacturers you will bring good times from a good place to consumers all over the world. Here you will meet innovation in a company with more than 100 years of history.
We are proud of our company and our company values: we are TAC - Together – Audacious – Committed.
ABOUT THE ROLE
The Absolut Company New Product Development Team in Sweden is looking for our next NPD Project Manager (1-year contract) to join us bringing the world of packaging to the next level!
In this role, you will have the exciting chance of owning and driving NPD and Value Engineering projects for TAC brand Absolut, in close collaboration with several internal and external key stakeholders. Together you all contribute to shaping how the future of spirit packaging will look like, globally.
You will be the spider in the net, the first point of contact and the bridge between TAC Brand/Innovation team, Business Acceleration and our production unit & suppliers for all Operations and Realization matters for your assigned projects. Your experience in the area together with your curiosity and openness towards different functions will help you translate needs and requirements into tangible suggestions and action plans.
The position is based in either Stockholm or Åhus, and you will be part of the Core innovations, Value Engineering & Realization team, reporting to our Head of NPD Absolut.
In this role you will:
Drive, plan and oversee New Product development and Value Engineering end-to-end projects and
Drive dry goods development and/or coordinate dry goods development through subject matter expert (Packaging development specialist) for more complex developments
Manage relationships with TAC Brand/Innovation Team, Market Companies, Operations and external suppliers
Coordinate all Operations functions reporting into the project, such as R&D, Planning, Production, Procurement, Quality, Compliance, Customer Service etc.
Ensure projects meet the pre-defined KPIs relating to time, quality and cost, performance, as well as coordinating project operations cost such as development costs, CAPEX, project related scrapping and GOGS
Drive pre-study, feasibility study, TLO-activities (Test Learn Optimize), risk assessment and risk mitigation plan
Overseeing all incoming and outgoing project documentation according to ISO standards, VEST and Pernod Ricard Innovation process
Contribute to the exploration of new packaging materials, processes and technologies linked to global production and co-packing
Provide recommendations with regards to concept and ideas surrounding NPD projects for packaging design (bottles, labels, etc.) and/or other product changes (i.e. reformulations, line extensions)
Ensure packaging and labelling fulfil legal requirements in close liaison with Product Compliance (related to Dry goods material such as bottles, labels, shipper and secondary packaging).



ABOUT YOU
You are passionate about continuous improvement and always strive to find solutions to initial problems, improve products, projects and ways of working. You are a cooperative, open and flexible team-oriented professional that enjoys cross-collaborating and bringing different stakeholders onboard. You are organized, structured and enjoy moving from strategical high-level meetings to thorough detail discussions.
Experience required:
5-7 years' work experience within relevant areas (packaging development, engineering experience, product development and production background beneficial)
Strong background in project management and great multi-tasking skills to be able to work with many levels of management and multiple business units while balancing various project deadlines and driving results in an evolving and fast-paced environment.
Experience in working both on high level as well as operational with a good eye for details and analytical skills
Fluent in English
Background within the FMCG industry with a focus in Operations
Willingness to travel, mainly domestic travel to our production site or suppliers Visa mindre

ABOUT US
We are a Swedish company proud of our heritage and proud to be part of the Pernod Ricard group, a global leader in wine and spirits.
With a genuine passion for progression, we are responsible for the production, innovation and strategic marketing of the premium products and the iconic brands Absolut Vodka, Malibu and Kahlúa.
Be at TAC in means you will be working in a high-performing, international and multicultural setting. Together with 500 brand champions and kick-ass manufacturers you will bring good times from a good place to consumers all over the world. Here you will meet innovation in a company with more than 100 years of history.
We are proud of our company and our company values: we are TAC - Together – Audacious – Committed.
ABOUT THE ROLE
In this role you will be leading a team of 4 Brands and Marketing Manager and you will drive the strategical development and long-term evolution of Absolut product global portfolio and projects, ensuring global brand consistency and local consumer relevance.
In this role you will:


Set the global Absolut product portfolio strategy and guardrails, ensuring brand guardianship, in collaboration with global brand strategy team.
Supervise the overall Absolut innovation pipeline to keep improving consumer relevance while maintaining consistency and strategic coherence, in collaboration with Innovation hubs.
Validate strategic fit for all new Absolut innovations incl spirits and RTDs.
Identify how to improve existing products and lead development projects for current spirit portfolio evolution (packaging & liquids).
Lead strategic roadmap and overall development of global limited-edition programs.
Lead Absolut design vision definition and application to products.
Ensure consumer relevance and consistency of Absolut product story (heritage & credentials) incl. product descriptions, taste descriptors, reasons to believe, guardrails and related communication assets.
Oversee the global business case of product development projects together with the Finance team.
Actively support and contribute to the sustainability packaging roadmap and the value creation projects.
Ensure effective portfolio SKU management, including extension and discontinuation of SKUs, together with the Business Acceleration team.
Analyse market & consumer trends, insights, and competition to help identify growth opportunities.
Drive consumer centric & innovation culture within the TAC organization.
Ensure strong collaboration across marketing, strategic planning, innovation hubs, finance & technical teams.
Be a key contact of the global HQ Innovation team and update the global project database.
Set KPIs, track and act post product launches (within 12-18 months), together with markets and Innovation hubs.

ABOUT YOU
As a person you have a strong strategic and conceptual mindset, yet with ability to easily shift between strategic and executional areas of work. You have a deep understanding of consumer insights and knowledge of research methodologies to identify them.
You are a goal-oriented self-starter with personal drive to achieve. You are passionate and take ownership in linking strategic development to market implementation and business impact.
You enjoy working in close collaboration across functions and multiple partners.
You have


University degree
Minimum 10 years relevant marketing experience (brand / product management) from the consumer goods sector in a large organization, of which at least 5 years of innovation and new product development experience.
Experience from working in a cross-functional global organization and in cross-functional projects, in an international environment
Solid experience of packaging design, from strategic definition to development and realisation.
Good project management skills, with capacity to work with tight timings and to deploy resources effectively and efficiently Visa mindre

The Absolut Company (TAC) is part of the Pernod Ricard Group and consists of 500+ talented employees that come from all over the world. The Absolut Company is responsible for the global production, Innovation, Strategic Marketing of Absolut Vodka, Malibu and Kahlúa.
We offer you a position in our fun, high-performing team that loves what we do. You will be part of a global organization, working with iconic brands in a world-class learning environment.
We are a proud company with a genuine Passion for progression that embrace our values, TAC - Together – Audacious – Committed.


ABOUT THE ROLE
Absolut Vodka New Product Development Team in Sweden is looking for our next NPD Project Manager to join us bringing innovations to the next level!
In this role, you will have the exciting chance of driving the packaging development and production implementation of NPD and Value Engineering projects for TAC brand Absolut, in close collaboration with several internal and external stakeholders. Together we all contribute to shaping how the future of Absolut Vodka will look like, globally.
You will be the spider in the net, the first point of contact for Operations matter, and the bridge between TAC Brand/Innovation team, Global Innovation Hubs, Business Acceleration and our production unit & suppliers relating to your NPD category. Your experience in the area together with your curiosity and openness towards different functions will help you translate needs and requirements into tangible suggestions and action plans.
This is a permanent position based in either Stockholm or Åhus, reporting to our Head of NPD Absolut.
In this role you will:
• Drive, plan and oversee New Product development and Value Engineering initiatives relating to packaging for the full technical delivery of the project, starting from providing expert input to the design process (lead by the Global Innovation Hubs/TAC Brand team), to driving the realization of the project until the product is finally up and running on the production line
• Drive packaging development
• Manage relationships with TAC Brand/Innovation Team, Global Innovation Hubs (iHubs), Market Companies, Operations and Global Marketing, external suppliers
• Coordinate all Operations functions reporting into the project, such as R&D, Planning, Production, Procurement, Quality, Compliance, Customer Service etc.
• Ensure projects meet the pre-defined KPIs relating to time, quality and cost, performance, as well as coordinating project operations cost such as development costs, CAPEX, project related scrapping and GOGS
• Drive pre-study, feasibility study, TLO-activities (Test Learn Optimize), risk assessment and risk mitigation plan
• Train and onboard new colleagues on TAC Operations procedures, ways of working and NPD
• Overseeing all incoming and outgoing project documentation according to ISO standards, VEST and Pernod Ricard Innovation process
• Contribute to the exploration of new packaging materials, processes and technologies linked to global production and co-packing
• Provide recommendations with regards to concept and ideas surrounding NPD projects for packaging design (bottles, labels, etc.) and/or other product changes (i.e. reformulations, line extensions)
• Ensure packaging and labelling fulfil legal requirements in close liaison with Product Compliance (related to Dry goods material such as bottles, labels, shipper and secondary packaging).


ABOUT YOU
You are passionate about continuous improvement and always strive to find solutions to initial problems, improve products, projects and ways of working. You are a cooperative, open and flexible team-oriented professional that enjoys cross-collaborating and bringing different stakeholders onboard. You are organized, structured and enjoy moving from strategical high-level meetings to thorough detail discussions.
Experience required:
· 5-7 years' work experience within relevant areas (packaging development, engineering experience, product development and production background beneficial)
· Strong background in project management and great multi-tasking skills to be able to work with many levels of management and multiple business units while balancing various project deadlines and driving results in an evolving and fast-paced environment.
· Experience in working both on high level as well as operational with a good eye for details and analytical skills
· Fluent in English, Swedish is a nice to have
· Background within the FMCG industry with a focus in Operations would be highly appreciated
· Willingness to travel to our production site in Åhus (on a monthly basis) Visa mindre

ABOUT US
The Absolut Company (TAC) is part of the Pernod Ricard Group and consists of 500+ talented employees that come from all over the world. The Absolut Company is responsible for the global production, Innovation, Strategic Marketing of Absolut Vodka, Malibu and Kahlúa.


We offer you a position in our fun, high-performing team that loves what we do. You will be part of a global organization, working with iconic brands in a world-class learning environment.


We are a proud company with a genuine Passion for Progression that embraces our values, TAC - Together – Audacious – Committed.


ABOUT THE ROLE
We foresee exciting times ahead at The Absolut Company, where our Brand Creative team is looking for a Head of Culture and Collaborations leader to strengthen our company's capabilities on culture, collaboration, partnership and licensing, globally.


This opportunity is a new position that will lead a dynamic team to identify unique opportunities to put our brands at the forefront of popular culture: to do things differently, celebrate Brand values, advance the notion of lifestyle spirits and accelerate the business.


In this role you and your team will unlock the most strategic, innovative collaboration, partnership and licensing solutions for TAC Brands and be responsible for the output of all projects involving TAC's global brand collaborations.


Your contribution will increase our brands awareness as well as helping us spreading important and valuable messages around the world such as: diversity, inclusion and many more.


We are proud of previous partnerships with several industries like music and fashion, and we need your passion and experience to bring both past and future partnerships to the next level!


In this role you will report to our Brand Creative Director and will have a team of 3, Senior Brand Manager Partnerships & Collaborations, Brand Manager Culture and Brand Manager Advocacy & Education (50%).


Some of your responsibilities
Support Director - Brand Creative in crafting overarching positioning, strategy, objectives and concepts behind partnerships and collaborations
Understand and predict where culture is shifting, leveraging Creative Content Managers' (CCM) insights from Drive Markets
Build the global strategy for the culture elements ensuring the integration of culture, collaboration, partnership and licensing in TAC's annual Marketing and Communication plans
Ensure global culture strategy (and all its elements) align with Brands' and Pernod Ricard's values, strategies and priorities
Develop and lead global solutions, content, experiences and activations that are culturally relevant, forward thinking and consumer centric which will grow and nurture our Brands and consumer tribes
Develop and deepen relationships with innovative cultural leaders and find, source, develop and service cultural collaborations
Develop plans taking into account the overall Brand Strategies and drive plans from collaborator POV across Marketing teams
Be the point of contact and negotiator for collaborators and external agencies, supported by Procurement and Legal teams
Work closely with CCMs to identify and manage paid influencer opportunities to support the amplification of global cultural, collaboration, partnership and licensing campaigns
Drive and support relevant regional events and activations with alignment from Creative teams
Upskill Creative and Brand Strategy teams in cultural marketing



ABOUT YOU
You are a creative and consumer-oriented professional with the ability to combine company's values, strategy and vision with popular trends and culture. You enjoy working on multiple projects where cross-collaboration is key for success. You are brave enough to challenge the status quo and always looking into continuously improve and innovate.
You have
University degree in business/marketing
Minimum 15 years marketing experience ideally within globally managed business – from major FMCG companies, spirits, car industry, luxury goods or leading global brands such as Apple, Google
Digital or Advertising agency experience is mandatory, as an Account leader
Development of Global brand partnerships, collaborations and licensing programs
Understanding of Events/Experiences
International experience highly desirable
Must be fluent in English, other languages can be beneficial



OUR OFFER
Here at The Absolut Company, we let contradictions meet. We are a middle-sized, proud Swedish company that stands for strong values and at the same time, we are part of a global group (Pernod Ricard) that offers new international connections every day, with a possibility of an international career. Here you will meet innovation in a company with more than 100 years of history.
You are welcome to The Absolut Company for who you are. We believe that an inclusive workplace with diverse of experiences and perspectives creates a vibrant work environment and mirrors our global consumers.
APPLICATION
If this role resonates with you, don't hesitate to apply. We look forward to hearing from you! Visa mindre

We are looking for a creative and highly skilled Senior Brand Manager, Digital Content to join our Brand Creative Malibu team in Stockholm, Sweden
Malibu is the world’s top-selling Caribbean rum. The world-famous Malibu Original Coconut, in its sleek, white bottle, is sold in over 120 countries. Malibu is a highly youthful and optimistic brand that wants to create a unique vision for its future. It is at a place where it can break and create new rules.


ABOUT THE ROLE
As the Senior Brand Manager for Malibu, you will lead the strong performing brand into creative and disruptive spaces. The main purpose of this role is to increase the creative height of the brand, specifically on our digital and social channels, and begin to disrupt the narrow way in which the brand has been perceived the last years. With this in mind, your aim is to bring visibility to the brand by winning awards in the creative industry.
The Senior Brand Manager will inspire, motivate, and lead the key Malibu markets to ensure the digital creative content comes to life in a relevant way. You will also help the Head of Brand Creative and team to bridge the specialization of the Functions, to improve integration across each area of expertise – from Communications to Digital Content, to Experiences, to Licensing and Collaborations.
Responsibilities


Support the Head of Brand Creative & team in the following, for all of Malibu’s brand and product storytelling, which includes:
Overall Communications Planning,
Digital & Social Content Strategy,
Creative Concepts,
Digital Content Executions – including image/video assets for Channel.
Liaise with our external Agency partners on the above, and help manage:
Ongoing project management, including budget tracking,
End of year performance assessment.
A critical POC with the In-House Studio:
From ATL to BTL, ensure visibility on Malibu FY initiatives that will allow us to act nimbly and effectively for the appropriate projects.
Help the Marketing Manager “PR” our brand and product efforts, to ensure internal visibility of the creative content within the Pernod Ricard – from myPortal, to leadership support of key initiatives.
You will also need to connect with and counsel the other Malibu drive market Creative Content partners:
USA,
EMEA,
SK
Support the Marketing Manager in providing Digital Content POV on the Strategic Brand Plan with Brand Strategy, as well as the FY Budget Plan.
Drive project management and budget tracking responsibilities for all other projects not listed above

ABOUT YOU
We expect you to have strong production experience, understanding how to create content and assets for a youthful target group – based on digital and social strategies set by you, in collaboration with other internal functions and our agency partners.
You are positive, outgoing, cooperative, efficient, and passionate about branding. You are creative with an entrepreneurial spirit, and you possess a genuine interest and knowledge in social and digital media.
Academic & Professional experience required
University degree in business/marketing
Minimum of 8 years marketing experience ideally within globally managed business
Digital agency experience is mandatory, as an Account leader or Producer.
International experience highly desirable.
Must be fluent in English, other languages can be beneficial



Required Competencies
This person must have strong creative instincts and intuition, and to know how to build digital strategies and platforms that will enable the brand to connect more meaningfully with consumers. The role requires a deep cultural understanding, always being at the forefront of pop culture where the target audience acts and lives.
Can do attitude and highly motivated self-starter, that is structured and able to prioritize
Strong results focus – a proven ability to work around obstacles to achieve business goals
Critical thinker and problem solver – highly competent in defining root problems and identifying solutions
Clear and concise communicator – a talent of explaining complex topics in a simple way
Authenticity & capacity to maneuver a wide group of stakeholders, various personality types & different cultures with an ability to build lasting relationships Visa mindre

ABOUT US
The Absolut Company is part of the Pernod Ricard Group and consists of 500 talented employees from all over the world. The Absolut Company is responsible for the global production, Innovation, Strategic Marketing of Absolut Vodka, Malibu and Kahlúa. At The Absolut Company, we offer you a position in our fun, high-performing team that loves what we do. You will be part of a global organization, working with iconic brands in a world-class learning environment.
We are a proud company with a genuine Passion for progression and company values: we are TAC - Together – Audacious – Committed.
ABOUT THE ROLE
The TAC Finance team is an agile, integrated, consumer-centric team, driven by a “can-do” attitude and an entrepreneurial mindset.
Within this team, the position of Business Analysis Manager Malibu is a critical role concentrating on 5 core areas:
be responsible to analyze and drive visibility of global business performance
as Business Partner to the Brand and Business Acceleration teams, bring fact-based insights to facilitate and influence strategic decision making
lead key initiatives with an objective to drive top-line growth and optimize resources
support the brand and financial internal and external planning cycles, driving efficiency and effectiveness through the process
ownership of analysis and tracking of the performance of TAC brands’ RTD product portfolios

This is a key role in The Absolut Company finance team where you will positively impact both the immediate and long-term success of the organization. The role holder will closely collaborate and build business partnership with the marketing, operations, and leadership teams in the organization.
You will also have an opportunity to develop and shape your learning journey and career in an environment that encourages personal development and progression.
ABOUT YOU
You are highly motivated and have a positive mindset, you actively identify potential problems and propose solutions. Thanks to your strong business acumen and understanding and your skills, you can strongly influence the business and easily interact with different stakeholders.
You have demonstrated:
An analytical proficiency and expertise in tools such as Excel, PowerPoint (Power BI is a plus)
Accountability and ability to interact across organization delivering a high level of customer service
Growth and curious mindset, and capability to translate effectiveness across a team
We believe that you are:
University Degree or higher (B Sc/M Sc or equivalent) in business and/or engineering
4+ years of experience from BP&A/finance/consulting roles in a consumer goods business
International profile, with experience in different industries are a bonus

OUR OFFER
Here at The Absolut Company, we let contradictions meet. We are a middle-sized, proud Swedish company that stands for strong values and at the same time, we are part of a huge global group that offers new international connections every day with a possibility of an international career. Here you will meet innovation in a company with more than 100 years of history.
You are welcome to The Absolut Company for who you are. We believe that an inclusive workplace with diversity of experiences and perspectives creates a vibrant work environment and mirrors our global consumers.
APPLICATION
If this role resonates with you, don’t hesitate to apply. We look forward to hearing from you!
We will be reviewing applications on an ongoing basis, so please send your application as soon as possible. Visa mindre

The Sr Brand Manager is part of the Market Activation team, based in Stockholm, Sweden. The Market Activation team consists of 9 team members with the main purpose to develop Absolut in PR Affiliates by supporting the development of local brand plan, activation plan and deployment of the global brand plan, initiatives, programs and assets. The team works directly with all markets to inspire, engage and support market companies. Being part of this team will engage you in all aspects of the business. This position reports to Director Market Activation.
The role has different set of responsibilities detailed below:


Drive the collaboration between TAC and Market Cos of his/her scope and be the primary point of contact for any business / brand related matter. Act as a traffic manager / PMO between TAC and the assigned PR EMEA markets
Ensure marketing plans relevance & fit to business objectives, local needs as well as global brand strategy
Understand and validate assigned PR EMEA market’s needs & share them with Creative Content Manager of Drive Market and the TAC Global Brand Team
Support orchestration of content use in assigned PR EMEA markets (e.g. activation guidelines, translation…) and provide expertise and support to ensure excellence in activation
Animate brand marketing community within assigned PR EMEA (local consumer engagement managers): content sharing, activation best practices & guidelines, efficient communication between asset creators & asset users within cluster
Align clear annual KPIs for the business and initiatives and track performances
Partner with assigned PR EMEA teams to identify and unlock growth opportunities
Identify synergies and best practices that could benefit other markets and be leveraged globally
Take an active role in the monthly S&OP; process to ensure seamless stock position for all current and future brand initiatives
Coordinate the activity of a VIE as a direct report on the following topics: Share, and leverage best practices, Les Embiez Concept Lead, Brand Panel/Workshop Lead, Internal communications/newsletter, Manage internal platforms: Chatter, My Brands and Brand Cloud, Support Market Activations Managers with markets, LOI, SKUs requests, visits.

-Market scope/Direct scope: France, Germany, Sweden, BeNeLux, Italy
-Indirect through direct report (VIE): MENAT, Rest of WE Market Companies, Rest of CE Market Companies, Rest of Nordics Market Companies
JOB REQUIREMENTS


Degree: university degree level
Professional experience: more than 2 years in marketing with experience in Market Co
Minimum 6 years experience of Brand Management or transferable experience within spirits or FMCG.
Sharp understanding of cultural, business & regulatory specificities within cluster
Basic operational marketing (media mix, pricing…) & commercial experience
Experience in community animation (incl. through digital tools)
Fluent in English Visa mindre

Absolut is a leading premium vodka brand. Every bottle comes from One Source, Åhus in southern Sweden. Our wheat is grown exclusively by local farmers, our water comes from a local well and the community is home to our own distillery and bottling plant. This local community has a proud vodka-making heritage as vast as ours. Our One Source, One Community commitment means we have complete control over 100% of the production chain and can ensure that the high standards are consistently met in every bottle produced.
We have the ambition to take Advocacy & Brand Education to the next level, by amplifying our production philosophy and passionate sustainability stories. Whereas a leader of the cocktail revolution and a platform for social progression, we are proudly ‘Made for Mixing’ to create delicious cocktails for convivial moments.
This role is a position that will contribute to the development and delivery of ‘best in class’ advocacy programs & experiences, to fuel and recruit more passionate brand Advocates across the globe to the Absolut brand. This entails working closely in collaboration with marketing specialist functions at The Absolut Company, Ambassadors and local markets (Pernod Ricard local affiliates).
Position is a local contract based in Stockholm, Sweden
Overall responsibility
Absolut Global Ambassador Program: This role will be joint-responsible to drive the program forward, by identifying, educating & supporting Ambassadors to create a close community of impactful brand believers. This includes finding innovative ways to fuel the community, host annual Ambassador Summits, facilitate best practice sharing, and provide guidance to champion local market opportunities to recruit genuine brand advocates.
Champion of Brand Education Modules & Tools: The Brand Manager will be responsible for evolving our premium product offering in educational materials & hosting brand education sessions, with the long-term goal to organically drive preference, brand awareness and improve quality measures. This requires a robust and deep-rooted understanding of brand qualities, characteristics and heritage in order to inspire the receiver to communicate detailed information in a convincing & compelling way.
Support Advocacy Endeavors: As part of a highly collaborative team with many responsibilities, the role includes supporting various cross-functional projects. Some examples of this include strategic support in developing the Global Advocacy Strategy, tactically creating necessary Point-of-Sales & physical tools fit for educational purposes, operationally managing, maintaining and evolving the Absolut eAkademi (internal onboarding trainings), and more.


Academic & Professional experience required
University Degree is a plus
Minimum 4 of experience required within events, brand experiences, and hospitality
Knowledge of spirits and the spirits industry is required
Experience with advocacy & brand education strategies, programs & tools
Exposure to brand strategy, communication strategy, consumer insights/trend reporting, budget responsibility & managing brand activity in media & digital space
Proven communication (written & spoken) & excellent presentation capabilities
English spoken and written with great proficiency
Ability to travel



Required Competencies
Passion for educating others and delivering exceptional materials & experiences
A flair to present with enthusiasm, ability to capture and engage audiences
Can do attitude and highly motivated self-starter, that is structured and able to prioritize
Always represents with integrity and professionalism, highly responsible (in mind & consumption)
Open and collaborative working style with team and with markets, team player
Authenticity & capacity to maneuver a wide group of stakeholders, various personality types & different cultures with an ability to build lasting relationships
Commitment to deliver quality executions on time – is reliable and hardworking

What the Absolut Company Offers
Here at The Absolut Company, we let contradictions meet. We are a middle-sized, proud Swedish company that stands for strong values and at the same time, we are part of a huge global group that offers new international connections every day with a possibility of an international career. Here you will meet innovation in a company with more than 100 years of history.
You are welcome to The Absolut Company for who you are. We believe that an inclusive workplace with diversity of experiences and perspectives creates a vibrant work environment and mirrors our global consumers.
Application
If this role resonates with you, don’t hesitate to apply. We look forward to hearing from you!
We will be reviewing applications on an ongoing basis, so please send your application as soon as possible, no later than March 24, 2022. Visa mindre

The Absolut Company is part of the Pernod Ricard Group and consists of 500 talented employees from all over the world. The Absolut Company is responsible for the global production, Innovation, Strategic Marketing of Absolut Vodka, Malibu and Kahlúa. At The Absolut Company, we offer you a position in our fun, high-performing team that loves what we do. You will be part of a global organization, working with iconic brands in a world-class learning environment.
We are a proud company with a genuine Passion for progression and company values; We are TAC - Together – Audacious – Committed.
Absoluts legacy of diversity, creativity and cultural provocation made it truly iconic. But over the years, it has been reinterpreted to the extent that its status has been challenged. It is clear that the brand and the business needs to create more impact, to be more relevant to the LDA generations than ever before. So the expectations – especially for this position, as it will lead a creative brand into more creative and disruptive space – are extremely high.
Main Purpose
Deliver global marketing and commercial strategies/initiatives for the brand and contribute to delivering against overall objectives on total trademark.
Overall responsibility
Work with Global Brand Director to develop and secure alignment for global brand strategies for the brand. Develop and implement marketing and communication programs that lead to increased business and increased brand strength.
Act as the internal business knowledge hub and brand guardian for the brand. Communicate strategy to markets and monitor in market progress with ongoing recommend for strategic improvements.
Support the Global Heads in providing Functional POV on the Strategic Brand Plan with Brand Strategy, as well as the FY Budget Plan.
Drive project management and budget tracking responsibilities for all other projects not listed above. Visa mindre

The Absolut Company is part of the Pernod Ricard Group and consists of 500 talented employees from all over the world. The Absolut Company is responsible for the global production, Innovation, Strategic Marketing of Absolut Vodka, Malibu and Kahlúa. At The Absolut Company, we offer you a position in our fun, high-performing team that loves what we do. You will be part of a global organization, working with iconic brands in a world-class learning environment.
We are a proud company with a genuine Passion for progression and company values; We are TAC - Together – Audacious – Committed.
The Head of Strategy & Planning, part of the Absolut Brand team, is responsible for leading:
1. the development and implementation of the Absolut brand fundamentals
2. high profile strategic projects
3. Pernod Ricard Group and TAC brand planning cycle in collaboration with marketing specialist functions, drive markets and organizational stakeholders
The Head of Strategy and Planning will be driving consumer centricity for Absolut to the next level, with a laser focus on making the brand fit for recruiting the next generation of consumers, Gen Z as well as setting the foundations for increased creative height across all marketing activities.
Accountabilities / Responsibilities
Develop, implement and be the guardian of the global Absolut Brand Strategy. This includes brand positioning, consumer, portfolio and pricing, Master Brand Identity, Brand book updates, brand equity tracking and KPI management.


Drive Absolut consumer closeness agenda and projects in collaboration with CI
Lead Absolut Brand Planning and 3-year planning workstream incl. annual Brand budget plans and executive reviews and updates on the total brand.
Lead key cross department projects and represent Brand strategy team in global Absolut projects (analysis, strategy, project scoping)
Lead the Absolut Brand Workshop as well as brand forums
Lead comms brief in close collaboration with counterparts from brand creative team
Identify new business opportunities based on category trends, insights and market gaps
Guardian of overall information released and available on IBP & Internal PR
Act as a role model and internal/external ambassador to build enthusiasm for the Absolut brand and consumer centricity.
The position includes people management responsibility.
Build internal and external executive presentations

Job Requirements
Academic (Qualifications) & Professional experience required
University Degree, most likely Business or Communication.
Solid strategic and/or operational marketing experience
Minimum 8-10 years Brand Management or transferable experience within spirits or FMCG.
Market experience desirable.
International experience highly desirable.
Ability to travel.
English spoken and written with great proficiency.


Functional Competencies


Business Intelligence (Mastery)
Brand & Portfolio strategy (Leading edge)
Insights into actions (Mastery)
Creativity (Mastery)
Project Management (Leading edge)
Drive for Business Results (Mastery)
Influencing & Partnering (Mastery)


Leadership Attributes & Competencies


Strategic mindset



Drives vision & purpose



Consumer focus



Collaborates



Drives results



Plans & aligns Visa mindre

ABOUT USA company is nothing without its people and that's where HR comes in!Within the TAC HR team our mission is to use our Passion for Progression to attract & retain top talents, creating engagement, developing employees and building trust.  We work to create a winning organization and culture for our employees and managers, enabling them to deliver the best performance possible.The TAC HR function is based in two locations, Stockholm and Åhus. We work together to create the best conditions for our employees to have fulfilling careers with The Absolut Company. ABOUT THE ROLEThe Absolut Company is on an exciting journey and we are looking for a dynamic and highly motivated Talent & L&D Manager to help take us to the next level of success.Reporting to the VP Human Resources, this role will be fundamental in developing our talent for the future. Based in our head office in Stockholm, this is a great opportunity for a HR professional wishing to gain international experience or take the next step in their career.With the launch of TransfoHRm, Talent Management with Pernod Ricard has changed. This role is a great opportunity to embed this new way of working within The Absolut Company.The role’s main areas of responsibility include:Design and deliver the Talent strategy for TAC in line with the Group’s HR Strategy TransfoHRm, working closely with the VP HR, Head of Business Partners as well as Pernod Ricard talent communityWork closely with the HR Business partners to roll out the Talent strategy within our Head Office teams and in TAC OperationsCoach TAC Leadership Team and Directors in the new Talent Strategy and the role they play in bringing this to life for their teamsEnsure the annual performance and talent cycle is delivered, including roll out of a communication plan, planning performance and talent calibration meetings.In collaboration with HR Business Partners provide tools and knowledge to people managers on career conversations, effective performance management and individual developmentLiaise with HR colleagues globally to encourage and support the movement of talent within the business – import and export of talentDeveloping a strategy for Learning & Development working closely with the VP HR and HR Business partner team and ensure we deliver on business requirements and build competence for current and future needsResponsible for training programs, our training & development budget as well as develop training initiatives in co-operation with internal and external stakeholdersProfiling TAC as a global player in the international arena, in collaboration with Internal Communications, to attract and develop the talents that are ready to live the extra mile and be part of our company’s and group’s successDesign and deliver the Employee Value Proposition (EVP) for TAC in co-operation with HR and Corporate CommunicationWork closely with the HR Business partners to keep our Recruitment Policy as well as Recruitment Strategy up to dateABOUT YOUBusiness degree from University in Human Resources or equivalentProven track record in the HR function with experience in the Talent and L&D areasFull understanding of all HR functions and best practicesFluent in professional English language, both written and spokenSkilled and impactful communicator and presenterStrong interpersonal skills and great team playerExperience working in global FMCG and preferably a global brand organization, fast paced environment, ideally within Pernod RicardBeing able to create trust and respect in the organization by being approachable and able to work effectively with all levels within the organization Visa mindre