Marketing Executive

Explore a Dynamic Marketing Opportunity with Ornua Foods UK!

Are you a driven and organized marketing professional eager to contribute to a globally recognized dairy export leader? Ornua Foods UK is seeking a talented Marketing Executive to join their vibrant Marketing and Brands department at their Leek location. This role presents an exciting opportunity for individuals looking to make a tangible impact and grow their careers within a purpose-driven organization.

Ornua, a company with over 55 years of heritage in bringing the authentic taste of Irish dairy to the world, offers a unique proposition. As Ireland's largest exporter of Irish dairy products, Ornua is committed to creating value for Irish dairy farming families through its cooperative ethos and a strong set of core values: Seek and Embrace New Ideas, Make It Happen, Be Our True Selves, Show You Care, and Achieve Great Things Together.

Key Advantages for Aspiring Candidates:

• Career Launchpad: This role is an excellent entry point into the marketing field, providing a foundational experience in planning, developing, and executing marketing strategies. You'll be instrumental in driving growth for renowned brands like Pilgrim’s Choice and Kerrygold.
• Brand Exposure: Gain invaluable experience working across two prominent consumer brands, offering diverse and engaging marketing challenges.
• Global Reach & Growth: Ornua operates on a global scale with multiple business units and production facilities. This provides potential for future international exposure and career progression, including global mobility opportunities.
• Learning & Development: Ornua actively invests in its people, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement to support your professional development.
• Supportive Work Environment: Benefit from a dynamic working policy that includes flexible hours and hybrid working options, promoting a healthy work-life balance.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Ornua offers a competitive salary (£30,000 - £34,000 depending on experience) and a robust benefits package including:
  • Matched pension scheme up to 8%
  • Generous holiday allowance that increases with service
  • Subsidised staff canteen
  • Company shop with product discounts
  • Access to a Sports & Social Club
  • Staff Lottery
  • Discount on Bikes & Tech Scheme
  • Confidential Employee Assistance Programme
  • Free onsite parking
• Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion: Ornua values diversity and inclusion, actively encouraging applications from candidates with diverse backgrounds and those from underrepresented groups in the manufacturing industry. They are dedicated to creating an inclusive and accessible workplace and will make every effort to accommodate accessibility needs.

Key Considerations for Your Career Path:

• Proactive & Independent: The role requires an individual who can take initiative, work independently, and see tasks through to completion. A solution-oriented approach to problem-solving is highly valued.
• Collaborative Spirit: While independent work is important, strong team player attributes and excellent interpersonal skills are crucial for success in a collaborative marketing environment.
• Organizational Prowess: The ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, stay organized, and meet deadlines is essential. Experience with project management tools and techniques will be advantageous.
• Strong Foundational Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication, high literacy and numerical skills, and IT proficiency (PowerPoint, Excel, Word) are fundamental requirements for this position.
• Brand Development Understanding: While not explicitly stated as a requirement, an understanding of brand activations, competitor analysis, and new product development (NPD) will allow you to contribute more effectively to the team's success.

The Opportunity:

As a Marketing Executive, you will be a vital member of the Brand team, providing crucial administrative support for a range of marketing initiatives for both Pilgrim’s Choice and Kerrygold. Your responsibilities will include supporting key projects in areas such as New Product Development (NPD) and costings, conducting external research on competitors and campaigns, tracking budgets, and assisting with internal communications. This is a dynamic role where you'll be actively involved in the day-to-day operations that drive brand success.

Interview Process:

Ornua employs a thorough yet supportive interview process, starting with a Teams-based initial interview to understand your skills and experience. Successful candidates will progress to a face-to-face interview, offering a valuable opportunity to experience Ornua's environment firsthand.

If you are ready to embrace new challenges, contribute to a mission-driven company, and grow your marketing career, Ornua Foods UK invites you to explore this exciting opportunity.