Assistant Brand Manager

Pilgrim’s Shared Services Ltd; Slough; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a creative Assistant Brand Manager passionate about food marketing. This role offers the chance to dive into the food-to-go market, develop innovative marketing strategies, and collaborate with internal and external teams to enhance brand visibility. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in brand management and project management, coupled with a flair for creative thinking. Join a dynamic team where your contributions can directly impact growth and success in a vibrant sector. If you thrive in fast-paced environments and are eager to make a difference, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in Brand Management or FMCG Marketing roles.
• Strong project and time management skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Understand the hot food-to-go market and customer needs.
• Assist in brand performance monitoring and execution.

Skills

Project Management

Brand Management

Creative Thinking

Time Management

Relationship Building

Job description

This is a {Contract Type}, Full Time vacancy that will close in 13 days at 23:59 BST.

My job

Job Title: Assistant Brand Manager

Location: Rollover HQ, Slough, GB

Type: Permanent, Full-time

We are on the lookout for a creative mind and strategic thinker - someone who is eager to build a career in food marketing, gaining valuable experience in both convenience retail and foodservice sectors.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop a thorough understanding of the hot food-to-go market in convenience retail and foodservice channels, identifying customer and end-user needs and requirements.
• Assist in monitoring brand performance and execution to ensure alignment with our strategic goals.
• Create in-store point-of-sale (POS) materials, merchandising, and general communications, collaborating closely with our internal designer, external agencies, and suppliers.
• Organize B2B exhibitions with agency support to showcase our brand and products.
• Support the development and implementation of outstanding product launches that captivate our audience.
• Provide hands-on support to Key Account Managers (KAM) and Channel Managers in developing and managing ongoing account plans, including specific marketing campaigns such as samplings, bespoke branding, exhibitions, and events.
• Work closely with the field team to ensure the best execution in stores, focusing on delivering an exceptional Rollover Consumer Experience.

You Will Need:

• An entrepreneurial mindset and agility will be key to evolved in our fast-paced environment.
• Strong Project and Time Management skills: your job is to make things happen!
• Ability to demonstrate creative and innovative thinking to challenge the status quo.
• An eye for design with attention for details is needed.
• Strong relationship building skills & cross-functional collaboration.
• 2 years + experience in Brand Management / FMCG Marketing roles.
• Project Management from A to Z including budget.
• Experience of leading External Agency relationships & Agency Management.
• Applicants from the Food and Beverage sector are most encouraged.

Join Our Team as an Assistant Brand Manager at Rollover!

Are you a passionate foodie with a flair for marketing? Do you dream of working in an entrepreneurial environment where you can make a real impact? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you!

With our rapid growth, there's never been a better time to join our dynamic team.

The company

Pilgrim’s Europe produces some of the best-known and most iconic brands in the UK and Ireland, including Fridge Raiders, Rollover, Denny, Richmond, Oakhouse and Moy Park, alongside a diverse range of industry leading own-label products in categories including fresh pork, lamb and chicken, working with all the major retailers and food service outlets.

Our portfolio extends to authentic chilled and frozen ready meals, snacking ranges, added value and food service products.

Across Pilgrim’s Europe we combine 20,000 of the best people in the industry, united by a shared set of core values and a passion for producing the highest quality, most delicious and innovative food, which is enjoyed by millions of people in the UK, Ireland and Europe every day. Our Pilgrim’s Europe team are based in our Pilgrim’s UK, Moy Park, Pilgrim’s Food Masters and Pilgrim’s Shared Services businesses.