Interim Brand Manager, Food

JR United Kingdom; Sheffield; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an Interim Brand Manager for a 12-month contract focused on a prominent food portfolio. The position requires leadership in brand strategy, P&L management, and innovative project execution in a dynamic environment. Ideal candidates will have significant FMCG experience and a proven track record in brand management and consumer engagement.

Qualifications

• Operating at a Brand Manager level or experienced Assistant Brand Manager.
• Demonstrated capability in leading projects from concept to execution.
• Proven experience in developing data-backed business cases.

Responsibilities

• Oversee a prominent food portfolio with full accountability.
• Set brand strategy and manage P&L performance.
• Lead cross-functional teams and drive innovation pipelines.

Skills

Marketing

Innovation

Commercial skills

Managing brand campaigns

Using consumer and retail data

Education

Solid FMCG background

Job description

Interim Brand Manager, Food

Location: Sheffield, South Yorkshire, United Kingdom

Client: Tarsh & Partners Marketing Recruitment

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 3

Posted: 04.06.2025

Expiry Date: 19.07.2025

Job Description:

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.