Junior Brand Manager

Seven; Dunstable; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading bakery food brand in Dunstable is seeking a Junior Brand Manager to support brand redesign and manage strategic marketing initiatives. The role offers hybrid working with 2-3 days in the office. Ideal candidates will have FMCG marketing experience and strong commercial acumen, ready to thrive in a dynamic environment. A competitive package of £40-50k DOE plus benefits is available.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Flexible hybrid working

Opportunities for career development

Qualifications

• 12-24 months experience in a large food company within FMCG.
• Strong understanding of brand growth strategies.
• Proactive and results-oriented mindset.

Responsibilities

• Assist in brand redesign execution across all touchpoints.
• Help manage brand budgets and reporting.
• Collaborate with Social Media Manager for influencer selection.
• Support licensing opportunities to enhance product visibility.
• Execute shopper marketing strategies with retail partners.
• Conduct market research and analysis for informed strategies.
• Expand innovation strategies and identify new category opportunities.

Skills

FMCG Marketing Experience

Commercial Acumen

Entrepreneurial Spirit

Job description

Junior Brand Manager - Leading Bakery Food Brand

Hybrid: 2-3 days in Dunstable weekly

Between £40-50k DOE plus benefits

About Our Client

• Our client is a global leader in it's category and believe in creating exceptional goods, which inspire culinary creativity.
• The collaborate with various brands, major food retailers and restaurant chains and lots of exciting sponsorships!
• They are seeking passionate and ambitious Junior Brand Managers to shape the future of their brand!

Role

As Junior Brand Manager, you'll have a high level of exposure, autonomy and the opportunity to make an impact!

This is a unique opportunity to support a brand through significant restage while being involved in the full marketing mix. Key responsibilities include:

• Brand Development – assist the MM in delivering excellent execution of the brand redesign across all artworks and touchpoints.
• Administrative Functions – help to manage brand budgets, timelines, and reporting to ensure effective resource allocations and project tracking.
• Social Media – collaborate with the Social Media Manager to select ad'hoc influencers depending on business needs.
• Licensing Management – explore and support the management of licensing opportunities that align with the brand, enhancing product reach and visibility.
• Shopper Marketing – collaborate with retail partners and execute shopper marketing strategies for 3 key retail partners to drive in-store engagement and sales.
• Market Analysis – conduct market research and analysis to identify consumer trends and competitive landscape, informing brand strategy and tactics.
• Help to expand innovation strategies and new whitespace category opportunities.

What We're Looking For

We are seeking passionate and dynamic individuals with:

• FMCG Marketing Experience: They are looking for someone at ABM/BM level; they are looking for 12-24 months experience, ideally within a large food co. within the FMCG space, ideally with experience in NPD and communications.
• Commercial Acumen: A strong understanding of how to support driving brand growth through innovative and strategic initiatives.
• Entrepreneurial Spirit: A proactive and results-oriented mindset to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

What's on Offer

• A competitive package of £40-50k DOE plus benefits
• Flexible hybrid working, with 2-3 days in their vibrant Home Counties office.
• You’ll have the opportunity to work on a high growth brand, work closely with retailers and develop within a creative and strategic environment!

Are you ready to take on this exciting opportunity and continue to drive the success of this brand?

Apply now and take the next step in your career quoting reference 5/17472/7. Confidentiality assured.