THE COMPANY:
The Gym Kitchen is on a mission to fuel healthier lifestyles! Since launching in 2020, they've made waves in the UK food industry, securing listings in Tesco, Asda, Morrisons, Co-op, Sainsburyโs & Ocado. Their high-protein, macro-counted meals span across 8+ categories, packed with bold flavors and quality ingredients.
They're not just another FMCG brandโtheyโre growing fast and shaking up the industry! Now, theyโre looking for a dynamic Assistant Brand Manager to help them drive brand awareness, product innovation, and marketing excellence.
THE ROLE:
This is a high-impact, hands-on role where youโll be instrumental in growing The Gym Kitchen brand. Reporting to the Marketing Manager, youโll work across multiple marketing functions, from NPD, trade marketing, PR, digital content & eCommerce.
If you love brands, thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment, and want to make a real impact, this role is for you!
๐ Location: Remote with travel to retailers, manufacturers & agencies
RESPONSIBILITIES:
๐ฅ New Product Development (NPD) & Artwork
- Work closely with the NPD team to bring exciting new products to market
- Assist in packaging development, artwork approvals & claims validation
- Manage Brandbank assets (images, descriptions, nutritional data)
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๐ Trade Marketing & Retail Support
- Develop engaging POS materials & in-store activations
- Support sales teams with retailer-specific marketing campaigns
- Ensure all marketing materials are up to date and ready to use
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๐ข PR, Events & Activations
- Help plan & execute PR campaigns to boost brand visibility
- Coordinate sampling campaigns, influencer marketing & media partnerships
- Support brand participation in industry events & activations
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๐ Industry Insights & Reporting
- Stay ahead of FMCG trends, consumer insights & competitor activity
- Track key brand performance metrics & assist in budget management
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๐ค Partnerships & Brand Consistency
- Support brand partnerships & collaborations
- Ensure brand remains consistent across all touchpoints (digital, retail, packaging)
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๐ป Ecommerce & Digital Marketing
- Assist in managing eCommerce platforms & product listings
- Optimise content & execute email marketing campaigns
- Maintain the marketing & content calendar to align activities with strategy
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ABOUT YOU:
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Experience in brand marketing (FMCG preferred)
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Passion for brands, health, nutrition, & high-protein foods
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Experience supporting NPD & artwork processes
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eCommerce experience (a plus!)
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Strong creative & analytical skills
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Ability to multi-task & thrive in a fast-paced environment
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Excellent communication & influencing skills
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Proactive problem-solver with a positive, can-do attitude
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ON OFFER:
๐ก A purpose-led career in a fast-growing brand
๐ฐ Pension Scheme
๐ 25 days holiday + flexibility
๐ Access to training events
๐ก Remote working with travel to retailers, manufacturers & agencies
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โINTERESTED?
Express your interest by contacting your Foodchain Contact, or emailing: team@foodchainrecruitment.com. If you are new to Foodchain, you can contact us via LinkedIn or via the below link to discuss further.