Solent Group work with a diverse portfolio of Retailers and supply bespoke products within various categories, including Health & Beauty, Household Impulse Snacking and Reusable Bags. We are proud to be best-in-class when it comes to own-label product innovation. Our Categories are fast-paced with ever-evolving trends and a host of ground-breaking products coming to market on a regular basis – we add value to retailers by leading and owning each category.
Here at Solent we want people to be extraordinary. We pride ourselves on creating and producing amazing products and brands for our Global Customers. You will be joining a company with offices globally across South Africa, Hong Kong, Shanghai, Vietnam, and the UK.
DIVISION/DEPT: Marketing
LOCATION: UK- Hybrid
TRAVEL: Not required
The Opportunity – Marketing Manager
Solent Group has an exciting opportunity to join the team as the Marketing Manager within our Foods division, you will have experience in a senior level marketing role and have expertise and a passion for innovative techniques including social media marketing and creating growth strategies.
You will be responsible for driving the marketing strategy forward while mentoring the team to develop and support them.
Key Responsibilities
* Developing and implementing a strategic marketing growth plan
* Team leadership- experienced in coaching and mentoring a team
* Understanding competitor and category dynamics and developments
* Brand management experience
* Implementing NPD & EPD plans
About You
* Minimum 5 years experience in a similar level Marketing role within FMCG
* Team leadership experience- mentoring and coaching a team
* Expertise in social media content and strategy including influencer management
* Product development including the development of the NPD pipeline
* Knowledge of rate of sale driving levers
We offer
* Competitive salary with annual salary reviews
* Pension Scheme Contribution
* Learning and development opportunities
* Cycle to Work Scheme
* Health Care Cash Plan