Marketing Manager

Cotteswold Dairy; Tewkesbury; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Cotteswold Dairy is seeking a passionate Marketing Manager to lead its marketing function in Tewkesbury. This role involves developing and executing innovative marketing strategies, managing a team, and driving brand engagement across diverse markets within a supportive and community-focused company.

Benefits

Competitive salary with opportunities for growth and advancement

22 days' holiday plus bank holidays

Refer-a-friend bonus scheme

Cycle to Work scheme

Discounted products and delivery options

Aviva pension scheme with Salary Sacrifice

Health and wellbeing support through Simply Health

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading a marketing team.
• Strong understanding of social media, web design, and branding.
• Excellent communication skills – verbal, written, and visual.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a talented team of Marketing Executives.
• Build and implement innovative marketing strategies for both B2B and B2C channels.
• Drive brand consistency and oversee all creative content, campaigns, and promotions.

Skills

Adobe Creative Suite

Social Media Management

Branding

Communication

Team Leadership

Education

Degree in Marketing, Business or related field

Job description

About The Role

Marketing Manager

Location: Tewkesbury
Hours: Full-Time, Minimum 40 hours per week
Location: Tewkesbury Head Office (fully on-site)

Bring Vision. Lead Strategy. Inspire Growth.

Cotteswold Dairy, one of the UK’s leading independent, family-owned dairies, is seeking a dynamic and visionary Marketing Manager to lead our marketing function and inject fresh energy into the business. This is an exciting opportunity for a creative, strategic leader who can deliver meaningful brand engagement across diverse markets while managing a high-performing team.

About the Marketing Manager Role

Reporting to the Commercial Manager, you will play a pivotal role in shaping and delivering the company’s marketing strategy – ensuring alignment with our values and ambitious growth goals. This is a hands-on leadership role with scope to inspire, challenge, and elevate the brand across all channels.

As Marketing Manager, you will:

• Lead and develop a talented team of Marketing Executives
• Build and implement innovative marketing strategies for both B2B and B2C channels
• Promote our purpose and values to internal and external stakeholders
• Drive brand consistency and oversee all creative content, campaigns, and promotions
• Manage the design and performance of the company website and social media channels
• Lead our presence at trade shows, public events, and media engagements
• Act as a brand ambassador – strengthening our reputation within the industry and community

What We’re Looking For in our new Marketing Manager

We’re looking for a bold, motivated marketing professional who thrives on challenge and change. You’ll bring strong team leadership experience, a flair for creativity, and an unshakeable focus on results.

Essential:

• Degree in Marketing, Business or related field (or equivalent experience)
• Proven experience leading a marketing team
• Expert in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, Premiere Pro)
• Strong understanding of social media, web design, and branding
• Commercial awareness and confidence in cross-functional collaboration
• Excellent communication skills – verbal, written, and visual
• Energetic, proactive and relationship-focused

Desirable:

• Previous experience in the food or FMCG sector
• CIM qualification
• Experience in sales or digital marketing

Why Join Cotteswold Dairy as a Marketing Manager?

You’ll join a passionate team at a company with over 85 years of heritage and innovation. We’re committed to quality, sustainability, and supporting local communities – and we’re looking for someone who will champion that vision and take our marketing to the next level.

Ready to Lead the Brand?

Apply now and help shape the future of one of the UK’s most respected dairy businesses.

Marketing Manager Benefits

• Competitive salary with opportunities for growth and advancement
• 22 days' holiday plus bank holidays, with an extra day after 3 years of service
• Refer-a-friend bonus scheme – earn up to £500
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Discounted products and delivery options
• Aviva pension scheme with Salary Sacrifice
• Health and wellbeing support through Simply Health

About Us

About Cotteswold Dairy

Established in 1938, Cotteswold Dairy is one of the UK’s leading independent, family-owned dairies. With over 85 years of heritage, we take pride in supplying the freshest, finest quality milk and dairy products while supporting local farmers and communities.

Our commitment to sustainability, animal welfare, and first-class customer service has helped us grow from a single milk round in Tewkesbury to a multi-site operation serving customers across the UK. We work closely with our network of trusted farmers and partners to ensure responsible, ethical practices throughout our supply chain.

At the heart of our business is Team Cotteswold—a dedicated workforce that thrives on teamwork, mutual respect, and shared success. We believe in empathetic leadership, valuing each individual, and creating an environment where people feel motivated and empowered.

Our purpose is clear: to be at the heart of a responsible and sustainable dairy community, offering quality without compromise and continuing to build a legacy of trust, care, and excellence.