Interim Brand Manager, Food

JR United Kingdom; Oxford; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking an Interim Brand Manager for a well-known food portfolio based in Oxford. This 12-month fixed-term contract role entails full accountability for brand performance, strategy, and innovation, with ideal candidates possessing solid FMCG experience and proven marketing skills. This role provides a unique opportunity to drive significant brand initiatives and collaboration with commercial teams.

Qualifications

• Solid FMCG background.
• Experience at Brand Manager or experienced Assistant Brand Manager level.
• Proven experience in managing brand campaigns.

Responsibilities

• Oversee food portfolio and brand strategy.
• Manage P&L performance and innovation pipelines.
• Lead cross-functional teams and consumer engagement initiatives.

Skills

Marketing

Innovation

Commercial skills

Consumer data analysis

Job description

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Interim Brand Manager, Food, oxford district

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Client:

Tarsh & Partners Marketing Recruitment

Location:

oxford district, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

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Interim Brand Manager, Food

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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.