Company Overview
Ajinomoto Cambrooke, Inc., formerly Cambrooke Therapeutics, was founded in 2000 by the Paolella family to develop better nutritional therapies for individuals with medical disorders. Inspired by their children’s PKU diagnosis, the company focuses on conditions managed primarily through diet.
Today, Ajinomoto Cambrooke produces medical formulas and foods for various medical conditions and continually innovates new nutritional options. A leader in therapeutic medical nutrition, Cambrooke was the first to launch a natural intact protein (Glytactin™) for PKU management.
The company collaborates with academic and industry partners to bring therapeutic nutrition projects to market. Employing scientific experts, Ajinomoto Cambrooke develops, manufactures, and commercializes nutritional therapeutics for patients with rare diseases. Products are backed by clinical evidence before commercialization, reflecting the company’s commitment to both large and small patient populations with complex nutritional needs.
About the Job
Senior Brand Manager – Ajinomoto Cambrooke, Inc.
Ajinomoto Cambrooke, Inc. (ACI), a company focused on improving health through nutritional therapies, seeks a Senior Brand Manager. Founded by parents seeking solutions for their children with PKU, ACI has expanded into various therapeutic areas.
About ACI:
ACI values a diverse team, an entrepreneurial mindset, and a collaborative environment. We offer a rewarding work experience with opportunities for learning and development.
About the Role:
The Senior Brand Manager will elevate Cambrooke’s market reputation by developing strong analytical, strategic, and creative capabilities. Responsibilities include building the annual business plan, managing brand visual identities, and developing HCP and consumer communication. The ideal candidate will create compelling storytelling that drives engagement. This role also leads innovation/renovation projects and collaborates with Sales, Social Media, E-commerce, Creative Services, International Marketing, R&D, and Innovation teams.
Responsibilities:
- Develop consumer-specific strategies to increase brand visibility and track performance.
- Support marketing and sales teams in business plan development and implementation.
- Understand customer/patient insights and execute marketing tactics.
- Lead marketing plan execution (packaging, sales materials, digital content, trade shows).
- Lead communication campaign development (ideation to execution), partnering with Regulatory and Medical Affairs.
- Work with the Sales Team for program implementation.
- Manage the annual brand budget and P&L.
- Lead new innovation initiatives.
- Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in marketing, advertising, public relations, business, or a related field. MBA preferred.
- 6+ years of Brand Management experience.
- 4+ years of experience in CPG or Healthcare.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Professional self-starter with leadership, planning, and organizational skills.
- Excellent visionary, strategic, and leadership skills.
- Ability to drive innovation and brand growth.
- Strong analytical thinking and data analysis skills.
- Ability to develop consumer-based strategies.
- Entrepreneurial mindset.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
- Strong communication skills.
Working Conditions:
Office environment, with occasional work in a food manufacturing environment requiring adherence to GMP, food safety, workplace safety, and security policies, including PPE. Full-time, standard working hours (Monday-Friday).
Physical Requirements:
Ability to use a computer, keyboard, telephone, and other tools. Ability to sit for up to 8 hours a day.