
Commercial Brand Manager
hasbro • Shanghai
Posted: July 3, 2026
Job Description
Purpose of Role
We are seeking a dynamic, results-driven and market-savvy Brand Manager to lead brand strategy, marketing execution and business growth for our core brand portfolio across Greater China markets, with this role based in Shanghai. This position oversees a diversified range of consumer brands excluding Action Figure categories, covering flagship iconic brands including Disney Marvels, Harry Porter, My Little Pony and other complementary lifestyle & entertainment brands. The ideal candidate will own end-to-end brand management, develop localized Hong Kong and Taiwan market strategies, collaborate closely with cross-functional teams and regional stakeholders, drive brand equity enhancement and achieve sustainable business targets for the assigned brand portfolio.
Key Responsibilities
Brand Strategy & Portfolio Management
- Formulate and execute market-specific brand strategies and annual business plans for Hong Kong and Taiwan, aligned with global brand guidelines and corporate objectives.
- Manage full lifecycle of assigned brands (Disney Marvels, Harry Porter, My Little Pony etc.), conduct market & competitor analysis, identify growth opportunities and optimize local brand positioning.
- Monitor brand performance, sales data and market trends, adjust strategies timely to ensure brand health and revenue growth.
Localized Marketing & Campaign Execution
- Plan and launch integrated localized campaigns (digital, offline, content, co-branding, PR) tailored to Greater China consumer culture and media habits.
- Partner with creative, media and agency teams to develop on-brand marketing assets, ensure consistent brand image across all touchpoints.
- Track campaign ROI, optimize execution to boost brand exposure and conversion.
Cross-functional & Regional Collaboration
- Collaborate with Shanghai-based sales, product, supply chain and finance teams to align product roadmap, inventory, promotion arrangement and budget control.
- Liaise with global brand teams and local distributors & partners to align IP standards, resolve local market issues and drive smooth implementation.
- Maintain regular communication with local counterparts to capture front-line market insights and consumer feedback.
Brand Equity & IP Compliance Management
- Protect and elevate brand reputation in Greater China markets; ensure all activities comply with local regulations and global IP brand guidelines.
- Oversee brand partnership & licensing projects, control brand risks and standardize brand usage across all channels.
Budget & KPI Management
- Develop and own annual brand budget for Greater China markets, ensure effective cost allocation and expenditure control.
- Set brand KPIs, track performance against targets, and deliver regular performance reports to leadership.
Job Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree or above in Marketing, Business Administration, Mass Communication or related fields.
- 5+ years brand management experience, with solid background in IP licensing, toy industry or consumer entertainment brand marketing & promotion — relevant industry experience is mandatory.
- Proven exposure to Hong Kong and / or Taiwan market operation is a strong plus.
- Fluent in English and Mandarin (written & spoken);
- Deep understanding of Greater China consumer insights, local culture, media ecosystem and channel landscape.
- Strong strategic thinking, data analysis and end-to-end project execution capability, able to deliver measurable brand & business results.
- Excellent cross-team communication, coordination and negotiation skills, comfortable working with remote regional stakeholders.
- Proactive, result-oriented, able to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment; proficient in Office tools (Excel, PowerPoint etc.).
Additional Content
Purpose of Role
We are seeking a dynamic, results-driven and market-savvy Brand Manager to lead brand strategy, marketing execution and business growth for our core brand portfolio across Greater China markets, with this role based in Shanghai. This position oversees a diversified range of consumer brands excluding Action Figure categories, covering flagship iconic brands including Disney Marvels, Harry Porter, My Little Pony and other complementary lifestyle & entertainment brands. The ideal candidate will own end-to-end brand management, develop localized Hong Kong and Taiwan market strategies, collaborate closely with cross-functional teams and regional stakeholders, drive brand equity enhancement and achieve sustainable business targets for the assigned brand portfolio.
Key Responsibilities
Brand Strategy & Portfolio Management
- Formulate and execute market-specific brand strategies and annual business plans for Hong Kong and Taiwan, aligned with global brand guidelines and corporate objectives.
- Manage full lifecycle of assigned brands (Disney Marvels, Harry Porter, My Little Pony etc.), conduct market & competitor analysis, identify growth opportunities and optimize local brand positioning.
- Monitor brand performance, sales data and market trends, adjust strategies timely to ensure brand health and revenue growth.
Localized Marketing & Campaign Execution
- Plan and launch integrated localized campaigns (digital, offline, content, co-branding, PR) tailored to Greater China consumer culture and media habits.
- Partner with creative, media and agency teams to develop on-brand marketing assets, ensure consistent brand image across all touchpoints.
- Track campaign ROI, optimize execution to boost brand exposure and conversion.
Cross-functional & Regional Collaboration
- Collaborate with Shanghai-based sales, product, supply chain and finance teams to align product roadmap, inventory, promotion arrangement and budget control.
- Liaise with global brand teams and local distributors & partners to align IP standards, resolve local market issues and drive smooth implementation.
- Maintain regular communication with local counterparts to capture front-line market insights and consumer feedback.
Brand Equity & IP Compliance Management
- Protect and elevate brand reputation in Greater China markets; ensure all activities comply with local regulations and global IP brand guidelines.
- Oversee brand partnership & licensing projects, control brand risks and standardize brand usage across all channels.
Budget & KPI Management
- Develop and own annual brand budget for Greater China markets, ensure effective cost allocation and expenditure control.
- Set brand KPIs, track performance against targets, and deliver regular performance reports to leadership.
Job Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree or above in Marketing, Business Administration, Mass Communication or related fields.
- 5+ years brand management experience, with solid background in IP licensing, toy industry or consumer entertainment brand marketing & promotion — relevant industry experience is mandatory.
- Proven exposure to Hong Kong and / or Taiwan market operation is a strong plus.
- Fluent in English and Mandarin (written & spoken);
- Deep understanding of Greater China consumer insights, local culture, media ecosystem and channel landscape.
- Strong strategic thinking, data analysis and end-to-end project execution capability, able to deliver measurable brand & business results.
- Excellent cross-team communication, coordination and negotiation skills, comfortable working with remote regional stakeholders.
- Proactive, result-oriented, able to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment; proficient in Office tools (Excel, PowerPoint etc.).