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Assistant Brand Manager
Job Posted: 5 hours ago
Salary: £ 42,000 - 42,000 / Annum
Job Type: Temporary
Location: Kingston upon Thames, London
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Manpower are currently seeking an interim Assistant Brand Manager, to work with our global FMCG client Unilever, renowned for brands such as Dove, Sure, Persil, and Simple, and become an integral part of their fast-paced FMCG environment.
The position is based in Kingston upon Thames, Surrey. This is a full-time temporary role to run until the end of August 2026, requiring 36.25 hours per week, Monday to Friday. Compensation for this role is competitive, paying up to £42,000 per annum, pro rata, depending upon experience.
The role currently offers a mix of remote and onsite working, subject to adjustment based on business requirements.
In this role, you till support the Brand Manager in delivering the short and long-term growth ambitions of the Graze brand across the Snacking Nuts, Cereal Bars and OTG portfolios. You'll help bring the brand strategy to life through great execution, leading projects, launches and campaigns that drive penetration, brand power and market share. You'll be a key connector, turning insight into action and helping deliver best-in-class work that builds the Graze brand.
Key Responsibilities
Brand and Strategy Support
Support the Brand Manager in delivering the graze annual brand plan, helping to meet growth and profit targets.
Manage day-to-day delivery of key initiatives across the marketing mix including communications, innovation, activation and pricing.
Track brand performance, category trends and competitor activity, using insights to make clear recommendations.Innovation and NPD
Lead the execution of selected NPD projects from concept through to launch, including packaging design, artwork approvals and stakeholder coordination.
Support the development of business cases, post-launch reviews and consumer testing.Communications and Activation
Work with agencies to deliver integrated campaigns that build awareness and drive conversion across key channels.
Support creation and rollout of assets across the full consumer journey, from brand storytelling to retail activation.
Help manage influencer and content partnerships to keep graze relevant with our target audience.Performance Tracking and Analysis
Track key performance metrics across brand, commercial and digital measures including penetration, share, ROS and brand equity.
Own regular reporting and share clear insights with the wider team.Cross-Functional Collaboration
Partner with Finance, Supply Chain and Category teams to support forecasting, S&OP and delivery.
Work closely with Innovation and Shopper teams to ensure strong execution of launches and activations.Culture and Ways of Working
Bring energy, curiosity and collaboration to everything you do.
Help create an inclusive, positive team culture and contribute to continuous learning and improvement.
Key Requirements
Experience in FMCG Brand or Marketing roles, ideally in food
Genuine interest in food, health and consumer trends
Strong analytical skills and ability to turn data into insight and action
Experience supporting marketing campaigns and innovation projects
Excellent project management and attention to detail
Strong communication and relationship-building skills
Experience of working with agencies or in digital marketing desirable
Understanding of commercial performance drivers and basic P&L levers preferred
Additional Information
Kingston working environment:
Contractors who are based at Kingston will be eligible to get free parking at a local carpark
There is a Unilever Staff Shop located on the Ground Floor next to the main entrance, where Contingent Workers can buy discounted Unilever products.
A canteen
A Gym is available for use on the Ground Floor (with subscription).
Facilities in the gym include cardiovascular equipment, resistance machines, spin bikes, free weights area, boxing equipment and a stretch/matted area. Classes are also available and can be booked directly with the Gym. Shower facilities are available in the changing rooms, along with hairdryersBefore You Apply
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