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Are you a creative self-starter with a flair for copywriting and a passion for food or consumer brands? Were working with a well-established and growing manufacturing business in the Whitby area to recruit an interim Marketing Executive to join their Sales & Marketing team initially on a 6-month maternity cover contract.The following information provides an overview of the skills, qualities, and qualifications needed for this role.This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to an innovative, fast-paced business that takes pride in its values, people and quality products across the UK.This is a maternity cover contract working closely with the Sales & Marketing Director. Youll play a key role in brand activity and marketing communications, helping to drive consumer engagement and commercial growth across all sales channels.What the Marketing Executive job involvesThis is a varied and hands-on role where youll get involved in everything from brand planning and asset creation to trade marketing, internal communications, innovation support, and social media coordination.Supporting and implementing brand plans across multiple channelsCreating brochures, presentations, and marketing collateral in line with their brand identityWorking with external agencies to deliver artwork, advertising and photography assetsSupporting new and existing product development through internal launch coordination and benchmarkingBeing the day-to-day contact for the social media agency and contributing ideas and copy for contentPublishing internal newsletters and intranet updates with a variety of commsResearching trends and competitor activity to bring fresh thinking into the businessAssisting in quarterly reporting and key strategic projectsSkills requiredThis role would be ideal for a creative, organised and enthusiastic marketer who thrives on variety and getting things done.Some marketing experience, ideally in manufacturing, FMCG or Food, but not essential, however we would consider a graduate or someone looking to start their marketing career with a creative flare.A keen eye for creative detailStrong communication and coordination skillsProficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly PowerPoint and AdobeThe ability to manage multiple projects at pace and with accuracyA proactive mindset with a willingness to bring new ideas to the tableAn interest in food and product innovation would be a real bonus!Other informationBased in Whitby with flexible working (1 day a week from home once settled)Full time working Monday to Friday.6-month maternity cover, with scope to extend or move to part time25 days holiday plus bank holidays, car parking, death in service policy, Medicash cashback schemeDriving licence is essential due to their location and the opportunity to go out and meet with some of their customers.If you're looking for a role where your creativity, attention to detail, and fresh thinking will make a real difference, and want to join a friendly, supportive team in the manufacturing sector. Wed love to hear from you.This vacancy is being advertised through KD Recruitment Limited who are operating as an Employment Agency.Due to the volume of applications we receive if you have not heard from us within 2 weeks, please assume you have not been short listed for this particular role.KD Recruitment Limited is committed to a policy of equal opportunities in relation to job applications and we are also committed to protecting your personal data. If you would like to read our privacy policy, please go to our website where you will find all the information you need to know about how we will use and process your personal data.You can also follow us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter for up to date jobs and other helpful information.TPBN1_UKTJ