Assistant Brand Manager - Instants Portfolio

JACOBS DOUWE EGBERTS; Maidenhead; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading coffee and tea company in Maidenhead seeks an Assistant Brand Manager for the UKI marketing team. You will manage iconic brands like Kenco and Douwe Egberts while developing impactful campaigns and strategies targeting younger audiences. The ideal candidate has experience in marketing, excellent communication skills, and a proactive attitude. Join us to unleash your potential in a fast-paced team that values initiative and innovation.

Qualifications

• Experience in marketing, preferably within FMCG.
• Strong analytical skills with data-driven decision-making ability.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Champion brand guardianship by maintaining creativity and consistency across all touchpoints.
• Collaborate with external agencies to deliver innovative campaigns.
• Expand and manage our Park Run partnership.

Skills

Experience in marketing, preferably within FMCG

Practical experience in digital marketing and shopper activation

Strong analytical skills with data-driven decision-making ability

Proven project management skills from planning to execution

Excellent communication and collaboration skills

Adaptability and a proactive mindset in a dynamic environment

Job description

Assistant Brand Manager - Instants Portfolio

• Full-time

Who we are?

JDE Peet’s is the world’s leading pure-play coffee and tea company, with roots dating back to 1753, headquartered in the Netherlands. We operate in over 100 countries with a portfolio of more than 50 brands, including Kenco, L’OR, Peet’s, Jacobs, Senseo, Tassimo, Douwe Egberts, OldTown, Super, Pickwick, and Moccona.

What’s it like to work at JDE Peet’s?

We are a community united by the passion for tea and coffee. At JDE Peet’s, we value innovation, initiative, and the pursuit of opportunities. We support our team members’ growth through various learning and development programs. We believe in the power of a shared cup of coffee or tea to inspire and connect.

Join us and unleash your potential!

This role offers an exciting opportunity to work within the UKI marketing team, managing iconic brands such as Kenco, L’OR, and Douwe Egberts. You will be part of the Equity & Communications team, responsible for developing and executing impactful campaigns and consumer activations that bring our brands to life.

Key responsibilities include:

1. Champion brand guardianship by maintaining creativity and consistency across all touchpoints.
2. Collaborate with external agencies to deliver innovative campaigns.
3. Expand and manage our Park Run partnership.
4. Develop social media and influencer strategies targeting younger audiences.
5. Oversee design-to-artwork projects for in-store execution.
6. Analyze campaign performance and provide strategic insights.
7. Manage marketing budgets effectively, including tracking, reporting, and optimization.

We are a fast-paced, entrepreneurial team that values initiative and a proactive attitude. If you are eager to learn, passionate about brand building, and ready to take on challenges, you will thrive in this role.

Ideal candidate profile:

• Experience in marketing, preferably within FMCG.
• Practical experience in digital marketing and shopper activation.
• Strong analytical skills with data-driven decision-making ability.
• Proven project management skills from planning to execution.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Adaptability and a proactive mindset in a dynamic environment.

Application process:

If interested, please apply to join our team. We aim to provide quick feedback after application. The recruitment process may include an online assessment, interviews, and a pre-employment check.

Our DE&I commitment:

At JDE Peet’s, we strive to create a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace. We embrace everyone and do not tolerate discrimination based on race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, or any protected characteristic. We are committed to supporting all employees throughout their journey with us and welcome any reasonable adjustments needed during recruitment.