Assistant Brand Manager - UK

Scandinavian Tobacco Group Tobacco Service B.V.; Loose; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international tobacco company is seeking an Assistant Brand Manager based in the UK. You will support local brand development, assist in executing growth strategies, and collaborate closely with sales and marketing teams. Candidates should have 2+ years of experience in marketing and strong analytical and organizational skills. This position offers a comprehensive compensation package and opportunities for career growth.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in marketing or assistant brand management.
• Experience in executing activation campaigns across various touchpoints.
• Fluency in English & local language.

Responsibilities

• Support Senior Brand Manager in leading category and brand strategy.
• Assist with portfolio & pricing management.
• Execute channel-specific growth strategies.

Skills

Organizational skills

Project management

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Degree in marketing, business, or related field

Job description

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LOCATION: United Kingdom - (occasional travel to our Herts HQ will be required)

HOURS: Full-time

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are excited to be hiring an Assistant Brand Manager based in the UK. In this role, you will support local brand development and activation, contributing to impactful brand performance in your markets, with a specific focus on supporting the overall commercial agenda across the UK as part of STG’s ambitious growth goals. This position offers the opportunity to work closely with the sales, sales operations, and global brand teams, reporting directly to the Marketing Manager – Northern Europe.

WHAT WILL YOU BE RESPONSIBLE FOR?

• Supporting the Senior Brand Manager in leading the category, brand, and commercial strategy for STG UK’s commercial agenda.
• Assisting with proactive portfolio & pricing management for both core and NPD based on market trends, gap analysis, and innovation opportunities.
• Executing channel-specific growth strategies for the category.
• Assisting in the planning, management, and implementation of brand activation and sales cycle measures.
• Collaborating on the preparation and coordination of yearly business plans, aligning with cross-functional teams.
• Supporting the cross-portfolio implementation of trade activation concepts and communications.
• Conducting analyses of market, competitors, and consumer behaviour to inform strategies.
• Contributing to budget planning and cost control.
• Coordinating with external agencies and service providers.

WHAT SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE WILL BE REQUIRED?

• 2+ years of experience in a marketing or assistant brand management role, with local activation experience preferred.
• Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Experience assisting in the execution of activation campaigns across various touchpoints.
• A collaborative mindset and ability to work cross-functionally with global and local teams.
• Strong analytical skills to track brand performance and contribute to business goals in a dynamic environment.
• Proactive and detail-oriented, with a passion for learning and growing within the brand management field.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with fluency in English & local language.
• Degree in marketing, business, or a related field.

WHAT IS ON OFFER?

As a colleague at Scandinavian Tobacco Group, you will receive a comprehensive compensation package. Our benefits differ across regions; our recruiting team will be able to provide more details.

OUR HIRING PROCESS

Before we proceed with hiring, your application will be reviewed by our recruiting team in line with the role's competencies. If your experience matches the requirements, you will enter our hiring process, which includes:

• Behavioral assessment

ABOUT SCANDINAVIAN TOBACCO GROUP

At Scandinavian Tobacco Group, we encourage you to craft a career that suits you. With a heritage dating back 250 years and operating since 1961, we are present in over 100 countries, employing over 10,000 people. Our portfolio includes brands like Signature, Cohiba, Macanudo, CAO, Partagas, and XQS. We are committed to sustainability and reducing our environmental footprint, fostering a culture of shared skills, knowledge, and growth.

Please note that this direct search is conducted exclusively by Scandinavian Tobacco Group. We do not accept applications from agencies and will not provide compensation for unsolicited CVs.

If you are currently employed at STG, please click here to apply as an internal candidate.