Marketing Manager - FMCG

TalentPool; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in the food and beverage industry is seeking a Marketing Manager to drive brand growth and oversee strategy. This exciting role entails leading a team, managing brand performance, and innovating new strategies within a hybrid work environment. Candidates should have a strong background in brand management and a passion for consumer-driven marketing, with progression potential to Head of Marketing.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in brand management or marketing within FMCG.
• Experience managing brand P&L and strategic planning.
• Passionate about brands and consumer insight-driven marketing.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of brand strategy.
• Own the innovation pipeline from concept to launch.
• Monitor brand performance and identify opportunities.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with various teams.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a Brand Manager.

Skills

Brand management

Commercial acumen

Leadership

Influencing skills

Consumer insights

Job description

TalentPool are proud to be partnering with a global leader in the food and beverage industry, renowned for its portfolio of much-loved household brands. This is an exciting opportunity for a talented Marketing Manager to take ownership of a high-performing brand within their UK business - a role with clear progression potential toward Head of Marketing level. As Marketing Manager, you will play a key role in shaping and driving the brand's growth agenda, overseeing brand strategy, performance, innovation, and communication across the UK market. You'll also have the opportunity to lead and develop a Brand Manager.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of brand strategy, delivering growth across the 4Ps.
• Own the innovation pipeline - from concept to launch - ensuring strong local execution and global alignment.
• Manage and optimise Pack Price Architecture, driving value and profitability across the portfolio.
• Monitor brand performance, using data and insights to inform decisions and identify opportunities.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Sales, Category, Finance, and Global Brand teams to ensure flawless delivery.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a Brand Manager, fostering a culture of high performance and creativity.
• Act as a key influencer across the wider marketing organisation, contributing to the long-term brand and business vision.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in brand management or marketing within FMCG (ideally food & beverage).
• Strong commercial acumen with experience managing brand P&L and strategic planning.
• Confident leader with influencing skills and the ability to work effectively across global teams.
• Passionate about brands, innovation, and consumer insight-driven marketing.
• Ambitious and ready to take the next step toward a Head of Marketing role.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a global powerhouse with a strong culture of collaboration, innovation, and career growth. The role offers hybrid working (2 days per week in the office) and an attractive total package.