Senior Marketing Manager

Salary/Rate:£65k - 68k per year
Job type:Full-time
Working Options:Hybrid
Town/City:Manchester
County:Manchester
Specialism:FMCG Recruitment
Job ref:83669
Post Date:November 20, 2025
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Meet Our Recruiter

About the Role

The Advocate Group are currently supporting a leading global FMCG company in the search  for a seasoned Senior Marketing Manager to define and execute its UK marketing strategy. You’ll drive brand growth through media planning, product innovation, and compelling customer journeys.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the annual marketing plan to deliver brand awareness, market share, and innovation impact
  • Develop and manage media strategy (TV & Digital), overseeing agency relationships and ROI
  • Oversee product portfolio lifecycle, from development to go-to-market
  • Direct brand positioning and communications in alignment with global brand teams
  • Lead and coach the UK marketing team, setting strategy for brand, digital, and trade marketing
  • Analyse market trends, competitor activity, and consumer insights to inform decisions

Requirements

  • Degree in Business or Marketing (MBA a plus)
  • Senior marketing leadership within FMCG environments
  • Proven digital, media, and product management expertise
  • Strong analytical skills using Nielsen / IRI data
  • Excellent leadership, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills

For more details or to discuss how we can support your career, please get in touch with John, or click “Apply Now” to be considered. 

The Advocate Group is a leading recruitment partner, based in the UK, to the FMCG and consumer product sectors.

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