Assistant Brand Manager
1 x 12-month FTC & 1 x permanent
Slough - Hybrid (2-3 days per week in HQ) with occasional travel required to events, agency meetings, and manufacturing sites.
We're looking for a Assistant Brand Manager to join our team at KP Snacks. This is an ideal opportunity for a junior marketer with some previous FMCG to work on a priority brand in a fun, friendly and fast-paced environment. You will pay a key role in delivering the marketing plans in line with brand strategy, which includes the development & execution of TTL campaigns as well as the NPD & EPD product plan. In addition, you'll lead the tracking and management of the marketing budget and reporting on brand performance.
5% bonus scheme - with an excellent track record of over-achievement
Comprehensive Healthcare Support - Access to a Medicash Health Cash Plan or Private Healthcare, including a Digital GP service, Best Doctors (Second Medical Opinion Service), and specialist Cancer Care for peace of mind when you need it most.
KP Pension Plan - contribution matching up to 7% of your salary
25 days holiday + holiday buy scheme
KP4ME - online benefits, discounts, prizes, competitions and information platform with access to mental, physical and financial wellbeing information and tools
As an Assistant Brand Manager, what will you be doing?
Support the brand team in the creation & execution of the 3 year brand vision, strategy, and plan
Lead, and work cross functionally, to deliver key projects, via a stage gate process, throughout the year
Liaise with agencies to support the execution of the marketing plans
Manage monthly brand performance reports, as well as ad hoc analysis. This will include the internal P&L & external brand consumer metrics, and competitor analysis to generate insight led actions and recommendations
Support management of marketing budget, including PO raising / receipting, as well as tracking and reporting on spend
Here in the UK, we're about 2,400 strong, spread across seven factories and our Slough HQ. Diversity isn't just a buzzword for us. A strong passion for brands and marketing, with an understanding of consumer behaviour and market trends. Experience working with consumer brand data, analytics, and reporting to drive informed decision-making.
A proactive self-starter who is curious, eager to learn, and not afraid to ask for help.
At least one year of FMCG brand marketing experience, bringing insight into the pace and challenges of the industry. Hands-on experience with ERP systems and budget management, ensuring efficiency and accuracy in reporting and planning.
If you have experience in marketing campaigns, digital tools, or additional analytical skills, that's a plus-but not essential!
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