Retail and Promotions Manager

Have you got a thirst for Marketing, Retail and Digital Transformation? Are you hungry for that next challenge? Do you have entrepreneurial spirit and creative flair to really make a difference?

We're looking for an energetic, driven and highly organised Retail and Promotions Manager, full of drive, determination and ready for an exciting challenge in a growing business. A pragmatic, problem solver and team player is a must. The role will be to support the Aramark UK’s Government Services Team working in the Defence, Judicial and Government sectors.

The successful individual will be tasked with supporting on the development of retail, marketing and promotions programmes to help develop key sites, supporting with delivery and activation of central marketing initiatives and driving and enhancing the customer experience.

Aramark provides world-class contract catering services to our extensive list of clients across the UK, including Defence and Judicial, private industry and Education. We are very lucky to have some of the best Culinary and Catering talent that the UK has to offer working within our teams and we are looking for a very capable Marketing and Retail Executive to come on board. You will have the opportunity to work with a great, award-winning team who embrace a culture of teamwork and entrepreneurial spirit.

What’s in it for you:

• Salary of up to £35,000
• Home based role with regular travel across the UK
• Private healthcare
• Generous annual leave that increases in line with service, with the opportunity to buy extra
• Defined contribution pension scheme and life assurance benefits
• Access to an employee benefit scheme that offers discounts across hundreds of retail and leisure providers
• Employee Assistance Programme and in-house Mental Health Champions
• FOOD! A plethora of opportunities to attend in-house events and try out the culinary genius of our teams (we are a food business after all!)

Key Requirements:

• Analyse retail and marketing trends to support strategy and enhance financial performance - drive profitable cash sales and continuous customer participation
• Manage and implement retail pricing strategy
• Execute retail, promotions and marketing campaigns with a creative and dynamic approach to customer engagement
• Support operational teams with marketing and retail activity on sites throughout the UK via retail and marketing training
• Develop and manage retail planograms to drive sales and participation
• Develop and deliver program of retail promotional activities that deliver business objectives and compliance working with procurement
• Work with functional partners to support on marketing and retail activity
• Digital signage management
• Deliver centrally, customised, marketing and retail campaigns on a cyclic basis via digital platforms and traditional method
• Ensure Brand Standards Manuals are followed
• Create case studies and concept proof points
• Own digital signage and app content for Government Services team.
• Act as an ambassador and guardian for the Aramark Government Services and Aramark UK brand

Key Experience:

• Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal skills
• Flexible, agile approach to working
• A positive ‘can do’ attitude 2 -3 years’ experience in marketing/retail activities
• Experience in retail and customer service
• Degree in marketing is desirable but not essential
• CIM qualifications desirable but not essential
• Operational knowledge very desirable
• A full driving licence and ability to travel is not essential within this role
• We are looking for an energetic, autonomous, hugely positive and driven retailer and marketeer
• The successful candidate will be bursting with ideas, have a strong commercial focus and highly commendable interpersonal skills.

All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence. Aramark is an equal opportunities employer.