Assistant Brand Manager

About Dr. Oetker

Dr. Oetker has a long-standing tradition of innovation in the food industry, specializing in pizza, cake, desserts, as well as digital platforms and services. The company aims to provide the "Taste of Home" experience to millions globally.

Role Overview

We are seeking an Assistant Brand Manager to join our Marketing team, focused on the Away from Home channel under our Dr. Oetker Professional brand. This channel serves diverse sectors including hotels, restaurants, activity parks, caterers, sports venues, and wholesalers, representing one of the fastest-growing areas of our business. This position offers substantial opportunities to contribute to innovation and market growth while supporting strategic brand and business objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead product renovation and innovation projects within the Dr. Oetker Professional product range, ensuring alignment with end user needs, brand proposition, and commercial goals.
• Assist the marketing team in developing and maintaining the positioning of the Dr. Oetker Professional brand.
• Oversee collaborations with external agencies to ensure delivery of high-quality work within agreed timelines and budgets.
• Track brand performance and competitor activities, providing insights and recommendations to achieve commercial and brand success.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams including Innovation & Development, Category, Sales, Quality, and Supply to optimize business and brand outcomes.

Candidate Profile

• Passionate about food and hospitality, ideally with experience in branded marketing environments; experience dealing with end users or wholesalers is advantageous but not mandatory.
• Familiarity with the full marketing communications spectrum, encompassing digital, social media, campaigns, promotions, and events.
• Excellent collaboration and communication skills, comfortable engaging with agencies, stakeholders, and cross-functional teams to drive commercial growth.
• Strong organizational skills with great attention to detail and capability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a dynamic marketing setting.

Location and Working Conditions

The position is based at our Leeds Head Office in Thorpe Park, Leeds, with free onsite parking. Currently, a hybrid work model is in place requiring at least two days per week onsite. Travel will be required to our Leyland Production site and other locations as necessary.

Benefits

The role offers a competitive salary package accompanied by additional employee benefits.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Dr. Oetker is committed to an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued and all employees feel welcome regardless of gender, nationality, ethnicity, religion, disability, age, sexual orientation, or identity.