Marketing Assistant
Marketing AssistantOwn-Brand Retail & Wholesale£27,000 - £30,000 + BenefitsLocation: Manchester or West Yorkshire – HYBRID WORKINGOur client is a fast-growing wholesale and retail business, looking for a Marketing Assistant to join their dynamic marketing team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a creative and organised marketer to take ownership of in-branch marketing, POS, and own-brand campaigns across multiple locations.Where does this role fit in?• You will be at the heart of the marketing function, delivering high-quality physical and digital assets that elevate the customer experience and drive sales. • Working closely with Sales, Supply, and Operations teams, you will manage campaigns, POS, presentations, and branch marketing initiatives. • This role will allow you to develop and execute marketing materials from concept to print or digital delivery, ensuring brand consistency and maximum impact. • With a passion for design, copywriting, and multi-channel marketing, you will help bring our own-brand products and campaigns to life across all touchpoints.Key Responsibilities:POS and In-Branch Marketing Management • Design and Production: Lead the creation, ordering, and distribution of POS materials for all 8 branches, including shelf talkers, posters, and counter displays. • Asset Creation: Produce print-ready marketing assets using Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign, adhering to brand guidelines. • Supplier Liaison: Manage external print suppliers, negotiate costs, and ensure quality control and deadlines are met.Own-Brand Product Marketing Campaigns • Campaign Execution: Plan and execute marketing campaigns highlighting product value and driving in-store engagement. • Copywriting: Craft compelling copy for POS, sell decks, and internal communications. • Photography/Assets: Support creation of lifestyle product photography and visual content for print and web.Sales Support & Collateral • Sell Decks: Develop and maintain engaging presentation materials for the sales team, showcasing products and collections. • Brochures & Catalogues: Manage content, layout, and production of product brochures and mini-catalogues.Multi-Branch & Local Marketing • Create and implement localized marketing toolkits for each branch to drive footfall. • Coordinate trade days and in-branch events with top-quality signage and promotional materials. • Visit branches to capture content and highlight staff and products.Analysis & Reporting • Monitor and report on campaign and promotion performance. • Track web traffic and conversion using Google Analytics to identify opportunities for improvement.What will you need?• 2+ years’ experience in Marketing or Sales Support, ideally within retail, wholesale, or FMCG. • Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite: InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop. • Experience producing physical marketing materials and managing print production. • Strong project management skills with ability to meet multiple deadlines. • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a strong eye for design and detail. • Ability to work independently and collaboratively with cross-functional teams.Benefits• 25 days holiday plus 2–3 days for Christmas shutdown • Hybrid working and flexible hours • Onsite parking at brand-new head office • Enhanced maternity & paternity pay • Extra leave for birthdays, moving house, weddings, and first day of school • Employee Assistance Programme • Employee discounts in branchesApply online or contact one of our specialist consultants quoting reference number: NJR16591
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