Social Media Manager

Vibe Recruit Limited; Blackwood; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturer in Blackwood is seeking an experienced Social Media Manager to oversee the social media lifecycle for two newly launched brands. In this role, you will develop strategic plans, create engaging content, and manage campaigns across various platforms. The ideal candidate has strong experience in content creation and influencer marketing, preferably in the FMCG or food and wellness sectors. This position offers a competitive salary, benefits, and a chance to shape a new department as the company grows.

Benefits

Company pension

Life assurance

Additional benefits

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing social media for consumer brands in FMCG or food/wellness sectors.
• Ability to create content independently.
• Experience with paid social campaigns and influencer marketing.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the complete social media lifecycle for two newly launched brands.
• Develop strategic plans and execute targeted campaigns.
• Engage followers and build a positive online presence.

Skills

Expertise in social media platforms and analytics tools

Strong content creation skills

Ability to manage multiple campaigns

Experience in influencer marketing

Tools

Hootsuite

Meta Business Suite

Google Analytics

Canva

Adobe Suite

Job description

Social Media Manager

30,000 + company pension, life assurance and additional benefits

Blackwood

Are you a talented, creative Social Media Manager on the look out for a new challenge with a growing manufacturer? Does the thought of making a newly created role your own and working for a leading brand appeal to you?

If so, please read on.

We are currently recruiting for a Social Media Manager to join a forward thinking, European Manufacturer in Blackwood. This is a great opportunity to join a growing company that works with a number of leading high street retailers.

As Social Media Manager you will :

• Be responsible for overseeing the complete social media lifecycle for two newly launched start up brands
• Develop strategic plans, create compelling content, execute targeted campaigns, and provide comprehensive performance analysis.
• Define social media strategy for two brands, setting objectives, KPIs, and content pillars aligned with business goals.
• Develop trend-driven posts, stories, reels, and videos; managing content calendars for consistency and engagement.
• Create graphics using Canva and coordinate with agencies for advanced assets.
• Plan and optimise paid social campaigns whilst managing influencer partnerships and gifting initiatives.
• Engage followers, respond to comments, and build a positive online presence.
• Track KPIs, report performance, and provide actionable insights
• Maintain LinkedIn presence and assist with broader marketing activities, including events and website updates.

Essential Skills, Experience and Qualifications

• Expertise in social media platforms and analytics tools (e.g., Hootsuite, Meta Business Suite, Google Analytics).
• Strong content creation skills (Canva; Adobe Suite a plus).
• The ability to create content independently.
• The ability to manage multiple campaigns and collaborate across teams.
• Experience in influencer marketing and paid social campaigns.
• Proven experience managing social media for consumer brands, ideally in FMCG or food / wellness sectors.

This is an exciting new role for n industry leader. Not only will you benefit from a competitive starting salary but you will have great support and the chance to build a department as the company continues to grow.

For immediate consideration, please forward your CV to Alex at Vibe Recruit today.

Vibe Recruit is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.