Head of Marketing - Snacks

As the Head of Marketing for our Crisps and Snacks, you’ll be at the helm of the beloved KETTLE®  brand – the brand that changed the crisps game forever – along with some of the nation’s favourite retailer brands.

You’ll be responsible for the leadership and stewardship of our category group, covering both Valeo-owned brands and retailer-owned brands. We’re looking for someone who can take ownership, lead from the front and build a high-performance team.  

• Drive Success: Hit or beat budget financial targets and grow market shares.
• Brand Stewardship: Ensure excellent stewardship of brand plans and deliver outstanding monthly business and plan reports to the board.
• Team Leadership: Coach and develop your team, fostering a culture of high performance and support.
• Strategy Leadership: Lead the annual strategy review and quarterly updates on brand plans, ensuring alignment with our "Valeo Brand Building Recipe".
• Budget Management: Ensure marketing budget compliance and optimization
• Cross-functional Collaboration: Work seamlessly with other teams to drive business success.
• Consumer Engagement: Inspire and oversee our “Consumer is Boss” plan, maintaining regular connections with our consumers.

** This role can be based within distance of any of our UK sites, with 2-3 visits per month to Norwich. 

• Brand Building Mastery: Proven experience in building and leading successful brands. Ideally with private label or customer experience.
• Leadership Skills: Demonstrated ability to lead and inspire teams, driving a culture of excellence.
• Strategic Thinker: Ability to think strategically and execute flawlessly.
• Stakeholder Management: Excellent skills in managing internal and external stakeholders.
• Innovative Spirit: A knack for innovation and a passion for staying ahead of market trends.

What we offer you in return

• Competitive Salary
• Matched pension scheme
• Life Assurance
• Private Medical 
• Retailer discount platform
• Staff discount 
• And plenty more!

At Valeo Foods UK, we’re dedicated to delighting our consumers with high-quality, innovative products. Join us, and you’ll be part of a vibrant team that’s committed to excellence and passionate about our brands. We offer a competitive salary, excellent benefits, and opportunities for career growth in a supportive and dynamic environment.

If you’re ready to take the next step in your marketing career and make a real impact, we want to hear from you!