Responsibilities

• Track the 3-year product innovation pipeline status, updates and project documentation to maintain a clear view of approved initiatives enabling confident pipeline delivery
• Collect and summarise market, consumer and competitor data to build insight packs, supporting the translation of trends into meaningful product executions
• Support data gathering on portfolio performance and pricing to inform senior led portfolio improvement and optimization decisions for profitable growth
• Maintain team project trackers, capacity plans and onboarding documentation to ensure an organized, capable team that can meet business goals
• Coordinate sample tracking, testing timings, cost quotes and supplier submissions to keep formula development and supplier activity running smoothly and on time
• Compile consumer needs gaps and track idea concepts through gate processes to support the initiation and innovation opportunities with strong consumer relevance
• Prepare gate meeting packs, stakeholder pre reads and minutes to enable timely gate approvals and stakeholder alignment, keeping projects moving efficiently
• Research new technologies, ingredients and sourcing options to build a knowledge base that supports future best in class product opportunities
• Monitor product performance and support range implication proposals to help deliver fewer, bigger, better portfolio choices that drive growth
• Update SKU trackers and renovation project documentation to manage product lifecycles appropriately maintain product freshness and competitiveness
• Coordinate sensory testing panels and track product improvement projects to elevate formal and pack hygiene factors, strengthening consumer perceptions of quality

Requirements

• Experience in marketing, product marketing, or assistant brand management roles, ideally in FMCG or consumer products
• Exposure to working with cross-functional teams (e.g., R&D, supply chain, sales)
• Experience coordinating projects or supporting product launches
• Familiarity with working with suppliers or external agencies
• Understanding of marketing processes, innovation funnels, and product lifecycle management
• Data analysis and reporting experience (e.g., market data, sales performance)
• Strong organisational and project coordination skills
• Good commercial acumen and understanding of brand principles
• Analytical skills to support data-based decisions
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Stakeholder and relationship management skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work to deadlines
• Competence in tools like PowerPoint, Excel, and project tracking systems
• Curiosity and willingness to learn about trends, consumers, and competitor activities
• Attention to detail for tracking costs, timelines, and product specifications

Benefits

• opportunity to work flexibly and finish at 1pm every Friday