Head of Marketing

Advocate Group; Essex; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment partner in the UK is seeking a visionary Head of Marketing to elevate the international plans of a renowned food brand. The role involves developing brand strategy, collaborating with NPD teams, and implementing digital strategies to enhance global engagement. Candidates should have extensive brand marketing experience, preferably in the food industry, and a passion for food. Apply now to join a dynamic team focused on innovation and growth.

Qualifications

• Extensive brand marketing experience, preferably in the food industry.
• Strong understanding of customer and consumer needs.
• Good mentor with strong values and integrity.

Responsibilities

• Develop and oversee brand strategy for UK and Export markets.
• Collaborate with NPD team and local markets.
• Implement new digital strategy focusing on PR and social engagement.
• Manage relationships with suppliers and creative agencies.
• Coach and develop direct and indirect reports.

Skills

Extensive brand marketing experience

Deadline-oriented

Attention to detail

Mentoring skills

Alignment with company values

Passion for food

Job description

Does the idea of leading an agile marketing team within a heritage but rapidly innovating foodie brand sound appealing?

Are you a high-energy marketeer with an aspiration for success?

Calling all seasoned Marketing professionals…

Maldon Salt, renowned for its rich heritage and exquisite flavour, is on the lookout for a visionary Head of Marketing to elevate its ambitious international plans.

If you’re passionate about driving impactful product launches and crafting compelling campaigns that captivate audiences worldwide, then is your chance to do that for one of the world’s best-loved Food brands.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Develop and oversee the delivery of a clear brand strategy for the UK & Export markets for 3-5y business plan.
• Be a key part of NPD team working closely with the Commercial Director, Innovation team and Sales.
• Work closely with local markets and International Marketing to ensure Global brand strategy, essence and positioning are understood and followed ensuring adherence to a consistent, Maldon Salt brand guideline.
• Oversee Implementation of new digital strategy – PR, Social and Influencer – strategy to develop increased engagement and improved conversion rates globally – SBM.
• Manage suppliers and creative agencies, building great relationships to get 1st class service and value for money.
• Coaching and development of direct reports (Assistant Brand Manager) and indirect reports (Marketing executive).

About You

• Extensive brand marketing experience, preferably in the Food Industry (FMCG / consumer goods considered).
• Deadline-oriented with attention to detail, understanding customer and / or consumer needs.
• Good mentor with strong values and integrity.
• Alignment with Company Values : Integrity, Teamwork, Innovation, Drive & Growth.
• Passion for food and robust brand and heritage understanding.

If the role and responsibilities sound like a good fit for you, then I’d love to speak to you!

Find out more about our available opportunities or how we can help you further your career – contact us today.

Please get in touch with Thomas Edmondson or click “Apply Now” to be considered for this vacancy.

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The Advocate Group is a leading recruitment partner, based in the UK, to the FMCG and consumer product sectors.

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