Marketing Director

Our client has an extensive portfolio of extremely well known, market leading branded products that you are bound to recognise. As a member of the Senior Management Team reporting to the Managing Director, you will lead the development and implementation of all marketing programmes and the creation of the annual promotional and merchandising plan for the business. As Marketing Director, you will have a proven track record in Marketing at a senior level within a recognised, product led FMCG manufacturer. You should also be able to demonstrate an in depth knowledge of marketing, channel marketing, trade marketing activities, tools and techniques coupled with some expertise in category management. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a business right at the beginning of their expansion and growth plans and would suit a Marketing Director looking for a new challenge or a Marketing Manager looking to step up into their first Directorship.

The Role:                                                                                                                                      

• Working cross functionally with the sales teams, you will lead the development and implementation of all marketing programmes.
• Design the annual plan of promotional and merchandising activities by brand, customer, period and price.
• Develops comprehensive alignment and partnership for key marketing activities with third parties including agencies and retailers.
• Create an efficient partnership with the product development teams to build a coherent sales promotion and product communication programme.
• Keep up to date with the latest trends within the market to provide accurate recommendations and forecasts.
• Lead and motivate your marketing team including assessment of performance, professional development and optimize their contribution to the team and business.

The Requirements:  

• Hands on, self-driven senior Marketing leader with strong commercial awareness.
• A creative thinker who can demonstrate drive and innovation.
• Able to work autonomously to develop the vision, goals and objectives for the business.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem solving skills.
• A team player who is proactive, eager to learn and go the extra mile.
• Willingness and available to travel on a regular basis.

To register your interest for this role, please send an up to date CV to:

andrea.forton@csgtalent.com