Marketing Manager at Graepel Perforators & Weavers Ltd

Graepel Perforators & Weavers Ltd; Kinsale; On-site; EUR 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bike to work scheme

Company events

Flexitime

On-site parking

Work Location: In person

Job summary

Graepels is seeking a Marketing Manager on a maternity cover basis to lead marketing across digital and traditional channels from our Kinsale, Co. Cork site. You will own campaigns, content creation and brand initiatives to support sales and business development during the nine‑month tenure.

Reporting to the General Manager, you will manage the website, email campaigns, social content and events, while maintaining brand consistency and collaborating with leadership, sales and external partners.

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent in Marketing, Communications or related discipline.
• Experience delivering campaigns and creating content.
• Desirable: B2B marketing experience.
• Experience in manufacturing, engineering or industrial sectors.
• Knowledge of WordPress, Adobe Creative Suite, Google Analytics and social media platforms.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver marketing activities aligned with business objectives.
• Manage and maintain the company website and digital presence.
• Create, plan and schedule engaging content across social media platforms.
• Develop and implement marketing campaigns to support sales and business development.
• Create and coordinate marketing materials including brochures, case studies, presentations, newsletters and promotional content.
• Manage email marketing campaigns and customer communications.
• Coordinate photography, video and visual content projects.
• Ensure brand consistency across communications and materials.
• Support lead generation with the sales team.
• Assist in promoting Graepels products and industry expertise.
• Coordinate participation in exhibitions and industry events.
• Manage relationships with external suppliers and agencies.
• Monitor and report on campaign performance and marketing metrics.
• Analyse website, social media and email performance for improvements.
• Manage marketing budgets and expenditure.
• Research industry trends and market opportunities.

Skills

Marketing leadership

Content creation

Digital marketing

Brand management

Campaign management

Stakeholder management

Communication

Project management

B2B marketing

Education

Degree or diploma in Marketing/Communications/Business

Tools

WordPress

Adobe Creative Suite

Google Analytics

Social Media Platforms

Job description

Marketing Manager (Maternity Cover)

Location: Kinsale, Co. Cork Contract Type: Fixed-Term Contract (November 2026 to September 2027) Hours: Full-Time | On-Site Note: Part time work could be considered

About Graepels

Graepels is a leading manufacturer serving customers across Ireland, the UK and international markets. With a strong reputation for quality, innovation and customer service, we are seeking an experienced and creative Marketing Manager to join our team on a maternity leave cover contract. This is an exciting opportunity to take ownership of a well-established marketing function and play a key role in supporting brand growth, customer engagement and business development initiatives.

The Role

Reporting to the General Manager and working closely with sales, commercial and leadership teams, the Marketing Manager will lead and deliver marketing activities across digital and traditional channels. This is a hands‑on position suited to a proactive marketing professional who enjoys managing multiple projects, creating engaging content and supporting business growth through effective marketing strategies.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver marketing activities aligned with business objectives.
• Manage and maintain the company website and digital presence.
• Create, plan and schedule engaging content across social media platforms.
• Develop and implement marketing campaigns to support sales and business development.
• Create and coordinate marketing materials including: Brochures Case studies Presentations Newsletters Promotional content
• Manage email marketing campaigns and customer communications.
• Coordinate photography, video and visual content projects.
• Ensure brand consistency across all communications and marketing materials.
• Support lead generation activities in collaboration with the sales team.
• Assist in the promotion of Graepels products, services and industry expertise.
• Coordinate participation in exhibitions, trade shows and industry events.
• Manage relationships with external suppliers, agencies and designers.
• Monitor and report on campaign performance and key marketing metrics.
• Analyse website, social media and email marketing performance to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Manage marketing budgets and expenditure.
• Research industry trends, competitor activity and market opportunities.

About You

• Proven experience in a Marketing Manager or Senior Marketing role.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organisational and project management abilities.
• Experience managing multiple marketing channels and campaigns.
• Strong digital marketing and social media expertise.
• Experience managing website content and email marketing platforms.
• Understanding of B2B marketing and supporting sales teams.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to brand consistency.
• Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities.
• Creative, proactive and results-focused mindset.
• Strong relationship-building and stakeholder management skills.

Qualifications & Experience

• Essential: Degree, diploma or equivalent qualification in Marketing, Communications, Business or a related discipline.
• Experience in a marketing role with responsibility for campaign delivery and content creation.
• Desirable: B2B marketing experience.
• Experience within manufacturing, engineering or industrial sectors.
• Experience promoting technical products and services.
• Knowledge of: WordPress Adobe Creative Suite Google Analytics Social Media Management Platforms

What We Offer

• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact within an established and growing manufacturing business.
• High level of autonomy and ownership within the marketing function.
• Exposure to a wide variety of marketing activities including digital marketing, branding, content creation and events.
• Close collaboration with leadership, sales and commercial teams.
• Competitive salary and bonus structure.
• Supportive team environment.

Job Details

Position: Marketing Manager (Maternity Leave Cover)

Location: Kinsale, Co. Cork

Contract Type: Fixed-Term Duration: 9 November 2026 to 1 September 2027

Hours: 8:30am to 4:30pm or 9:00am to 5:00pm

Salary: €40,000 per annum + Bonus

Pay: €40,000.00-€45,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Bike to work scheme
• Company events
• Flexitime
• On-site parking
• Work Location: In person