Interim Brand Manager, Food

JR United Kingdom; Bolton; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company seeks an Interim Brand Manager for a 12-month fixed-term contract focused on a notable food portfolio. This role involves strategic brand management, P&L oversight, and leading cross-functional teams to enhance innovation and visibility in the market. Ideal candidates will have a strong FMCG background and proven track record in brand campaigns.

Qualifications

• Solid FMCG background required.
• Experience at Brand Manager or Assistant Brand Manager level.
• Ability to use consumer and retail data effectively.

Responsibilities

• Set brand strategy and manage P&L performance.
• Lead cross-functional teams and drive innovation.
• Spearhead consumer engagement initiatives.

Skills

Marketing

Innovation

Commercial skills

Consumer data analysis

Campaign management

Job description

Interim Brand Manager, Food

Location: Herts/hybrid

Job ref: 4410

This role is a 12-month fixed-term contract for a Brand Manager position focused on overseeing a prominent food portfolio. The role offers full accountability for both short-term performance and long-term strategic development of well-known sub-brands. Core responsibilities include setting brand strategy, managing P&L performance, leading cross-functional teams, and driving innovation pipelines. The candidate will also spearhead consumer engagement initiatives through the entertainment platform, (previous experience essential), and collaborate closely with commercial teams to enhance brand visibility and retail execution.

Ideal candidates will have a solid FMCG background and will already be operating at a Brand Manager level, or be an experienced Assistant Brand Manager. Candidates must demonstrate a strong combination of marketing, innovation, and commercial skills, and be adept at using consumer and retail data. Proven experience in managing brand campaigns, leading projects from concept to execution, working with agencies, and developing data-backed business cases is essential.