UAC Foods Limited is a top producer and marketer of nourishing, tasty convenience foods. The company operates as a joint venture between UACN Plc of Nigeria (holding 51% equity) and Tiger Brands of South Africa (holding 49%). With a strong commitment to quality, UAC Foods consistently delivers value to consumers through its diverse portfolio of snacks, beverages, and dairy products.
As a pioneer in the Nigerian food industry, UAC Foods introduced the Sausage Roll market in 1952, and its flagship brand, Gala, has fueled the success journeys of Nigerians for over 50 years. Supported by skilled teams across Technical, Production, and Customer Service, alongside a culture of continuous innovation, the company remains a dominant force in the food sector.
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Assistant Brand Manager – Design & Innovation
Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Job Summary
The Assistant Brand Manager – Design & Innovation will serve as the link between marketing strategy and visual execution, driving consumer engagement and strengthening brand appeal across packaging, social media, retail visibility, and digital platforms.
The role is responsible for converting creative concepts into impactful packaging, campaigns, and design-led innovations, while also leading visual storytelling, design strategy, and innovation concept development aligned with UAC Foods’ business objectives.
Key Responsibilities
Design Concept Development
- Transform marketing strategies into creative concepts and compelling visual solutions for new products and brand innovations.
Brand Consistency
- Establish and enforce brand guidelines to maintain a unified visual identity across all touchpoints.
Agency & Vendor Management
- Collaborate with creative agencies, printers, and production vendors to deliver high-quality design outputs within budget and timelines.
Project Management
- Oversee multiple design projects, integrating feedback and ensuring deliverables meet both brand and business standards.
Trend Awareness
- Monitor design trends, consumer behavior, and innovation opportunities to keep the brand fresh and competitive.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Partner with Marketing, Sales, and R&D teams to align creative outputs with strategic objectives.
Visual Identity Development
- Design packaging, promotional assets, trade collaterals, and other materials to boost shelf visibility and consumer engagement.
Digital & Social Media Content
- Create engaging designs for social media, e-commerce, and digital storytelling, including static creatives, motion graphics, and 3D animations.
Requirements
- B.Sc. or HND in Design, Visual Communication, Marketing, or a related field.
- 2–3 years’ experience in graphic design, brand development, or visual communication, preferably within an FMCG or agency environment.
- Strong background in social media creative strategy.
- Proficiency in 3D animation, motion graphics, and storyboarding.
- Excellent project management skills with the ability to deliver under tight deadlines.
- Strong eye for detail, creativity, and visual aesthetics.
- Expertise in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, After Effects, and Figma).
- Solid understanding of visual design principles and brand architecture.
- Experience in packaging design and label development.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
To apply for this job please visit uacfoodsng.com.