Overview
We are seeking an experienced and strategic Digital Marketing Lead to spearhead Honeyman's digital transformation and strengthen our brand presence across all digital platforms. The ideal candidate will be a visionary leader who combines strategic thinking with hands-on execution, leading our talented in-house team while driving measurable growth in brand awareness, customer acquisition, and e-commerce revenue. This role is crucial for scaling our B2B and D2C operations, enhancing customer engagement, and positioning Honeyman as the leading digital-native FMCG brand in the natural foods segment.
Key Responsibilities
- Strategic Leadership: Develop and execute comprehensive digital marketing strategies aligned with business objectives and growth targets; lead digital transformation initiatives and omnichannel marketing approach; collaborate with senior leadership to set annual digital marketing goals and KPIs; drive innovation in digital marketing practices and emerging technology adoption.
- Team Management & Development: Lead, mentor, and develop a diverse team of 6-8 digital marketing professionals; conduct regular performance reviews and create individual development plans; foster a culture of creativity, data-driven decision making, and continuous learning; recruit and onboard top talent to strengthen the digital marketing team.
- Campaign Management & Execution: Plan and manage paid marketing campaigns across Google Ads, Meta, LinkedIn, and other relevant platforms; oversee content planning, creation, and distribution across website, social media, blogs, and email marketing; manage SEO/SEM efforts to enhance organic visibility and traffic growth; drive influencer collaborations, brand partnerships, and community building initiatives.
- Performance & Analytics: Track, analyze, and report on campaign performance metrics and ROI; prepare detailed analytics reports for senior management and stakeholders; implement A/B testing and conversion optimization strategies; maintain marketing attribution models and customer journey analysis.
- Cross-functional Collaboration: Partner with sales, product, and supply chain teams to align marketing with business objectives; collaborate with finance on budget planning and performance tracking; work with compliance team to ensure campaigns meet regulatory requirements (FSSAI, etc.).
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
- Revenue Growth: Drive 30%+ YoY increase in digital channel revenue
- Customer Acquisition: Achieve 25%+ improvement in CAC efficiency
- Brand Awareness: Increase organic brand search volume by 40%
- Team Performance: Maintain team satisfaction score above 85%
Required Qualifications
- Experience & Background
- Experience: 6-10 years in digital marketing, with minimum 3 years in leadership roles
- Industry Preference: Strong preference for FMCG, D2C, consumer goods, or food & beverage sectors
- Leadership Experience: Proven track record of leading and developing high-performing marketing teams
- Scale Experience: Experience managing annual digital marketing budgets of ₹1+ Crores
- Educational Qualifications
- Essential: Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business Administration, Communications, or related field
- Preferred: MBA in Marketing or Digital Marketing specialization
- Technical Skills
- Platforms: Google Ads, Meta Business Manager, LinkedIn Ads, Twitter Ads
- Analytics: Google Analytics 4, Google Tag Manager, data visualization tools
- Marketing Automation: HubSpot, Mailchimp, or similar platforms
- SEO/SEM: Technical SEO, keyword research, search marketing
- E-commerce: Shopify, Amazon Seller Central, and other e-commerce platforms
- Design Tools: Canva, Adobe Creative Suite for creative collaboration
- Industry-Specific Requirements
- FMCG Knowledge: Understanding of consumer behavior, seasonal trends, and retail marketing
- D2C Expertise: Experience scaling direct-to-consumer brands and subscription models
- Sustainability Marketing: Experience promoting natural, organic, or sustainable products
- Omnichannel Marketing: Knowledge of integrating online and offline touchpoints
- Regulatory Compliance: Awareness of FSSAI regulations and food marketing compliance
- Leadership & Soft Skills
- Strategic Thinking: Develop long-term digital strategies and roadmaps
- Data-Driven: Strong analytical skills with actionable insights from data
- Creative Problem-Solving: Innovative mindset to overcome marketing challenges
- Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication for stakeholder management
- Adaptability: Thrives in fast-paced environment with changing priorities
- Crisis Management: Experience handling PR challenges and negative online sentiment
Compensation & Benefits
- Base Compensation:
- Salary Range: ₹10-12 LPA (based on experience and qualifications)
- Variable Pay: Up to 25% of base salary based on performance against KPIs
- Annual Increment: Guaranteed minimum 10% annual increment based on performance review
- Benefits Package: Gratuity as per company policy
Growth & Development
- Leadership development programs and executive coaching
- Cross-functional project leadership opportunities
- International training programs with global FMCG partners
- Speaking opportunities at industry conferences and events
Application Process
- Required Documents: Comprehensive resume with portfolio of successful campaigns; References from previous supervisors and team members
- Interview Process: Screening Call, Technical Round, Leadership Assessment, Final Round, Reference Checks