Marketing Operations Project Manager

Ottolenghi Group; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Marketing Operations Project Manager to expand its grocery range. This role emphasizes project management and collaboration across teams to successfully deliver packaging projects and engage potential customers globally. Ideal candidates will have FMCG experience and a passion for food.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in an FMCG environment.
• Proven track record in project management and packaging workflows.
• Comfortable managing multiple projects and building relationships.

Responsibilities

• Manage the critical path for all launch projects.
• Lead delivery of global packaging projects.
• Track marketing performance and retail activations.

Skills

Project Management

Communication

Problem Solving

Organisational Skills

Collaboration

Job description

Ottolenghi is expanding its best-selling grocery range into new markets, and we’re looking for a Marketing Operations Project Manager to help make that happen. This is a hands-on role, ideal for someone who’s organised, detail-focused, and experienced in managing packaging, projects, and processes across multiple teams and markets.

Key responsibilities:

• Manage the critical path for all launch projects, ensuring milestones, risks, and deliverables are communicated effectively to all stakeholders
• Lead the end-to-end delivery of global packaging projects, from briefing to artwork sign-off
• Creation of best-in-class brand decks - that can engage prospective customers across the globe in why Ottolenghi is the right brand to back in ingredients & flavours
• Coordinate brand assets and product info for retail and distribution partners
• Support marketing and PR activity – including product sampling, events, and influencer campaigns
• Build collaborative relationships and assist in managing third-party distributors, optimising sales, and delivering marketing activation programs. Adapt and scale successful local initiatives for global use.
• Track and report on marketing performance and retail activations

What we’re looking for:

• 3+ years of experience in an FMCG environment, scaling international distribution
• Proven track record in project management and artwork/packaging workflows
• Confident communicator that can rally teams, nudge for deadlines, and build great relationships internally & externally
• You can manage multiple projects simultaneously, staying calm, prioritising clearly, and problem-solving on the spot
• Comfortable working with manufacturers, designers, and external partners
• A genuine interest in food and emerging consumer trends

If you're looking for a varied role in a small, collaborative team — and want to help bring Ottolenghi products to a wider audience — we'd love to hear from you!