Job Details Job Ref:R25_0000004433 Location:11 Northfield Dr, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire MK15 Category:Marketing & Communications Employment Type:Full time

Job Summary:

We’re searching for an enthusiastic Marketing Executive to join our award-winning marketing team. 

Reporting into the Senior Value & LSM Lead and working across the marketing team and closely with Franchisees and Operations teams, you will be instrumental in the successful execution of our marketing calendar and a central member of the team.

Responsibilities: 

Manage end-to-end marketing campaigns from briefing and development to execution and evaluation, across print and digital channelsCollaborate with agencies and cross-functional teams in the deployment of multi-channel marketing activities that drive incremental sales growth and long term loyaltyWrite marketing comms for key stakeholdersAssist with the planning of the marketing calendarSupport Franchise Owners with marketing materials and advice on marketing activity enquiriesAttend and present at team and agency meetings and marketing meetingsMonitor competitor activity and pricing, cascade any relevant information to the marketing teamCopy write and proof readAnalyse the performance of marketing campaignsOngoing optimisation of marketing activities to increase engagement and enhance customer retention/reactivationMaintain the quality and integrity of the Papa John’s brandEnjoy the odd slice of pizza! 

Competencies 

Can confidently coordinate cross-functional teams in the deployment of marketing activity in order to deliver business and consumer objectivesEnergizes internal and external teams across the comms mix with briefs that are insightful and engagingDevelops a great working relationship with our agency partners and constructively challenges them to enhance creative outcomesBuilds trust and influence with internal stakeholders at all levels through structured, data-driven insights and solutionsStrong ability to apply knowledge of marketing levers to drive positive outcomes for stakeholders. Consistently applying good business judgement in varying contextsIdentifies when we need to course correct and acts swiftly to align key stakeholders before implementing reactive approach

Functional Skills

Strong organisational and project management skills, able to prioritise effectively and manage stakeholders accordingly to deliver campaigns and projects to tight deadlinesAnalytical and commercial mindset - you’ll be confident at interpreting data and drawing out channel insights for decision-makingStrong communication skills, including oral and written, and the ability to create long term interpersonal relationships, both internally and externallyProven track record of delivering high volumes of work to a high standard with tight deadlines in a fast paced environmentTeam player and a willing to roll up sleeves to be hands-on and get the job doneFlexible to adapt to changes within the role based on strategy, focus and learningsSelf-starter with high energy, effective problem solving skills and a ‘get it done’ attitudeNatural collaborator with the ability to knowledge-share effectively with cross-functional teams and external stakeholders as appropriateProficient at creative development to hone the manifestation of the brand to best suit the needs and wants of our target audience segmentsCreative thinker with a passion for innovation and staying abreast of industry trends

Education, Experience and Certifications

Bachelor's degree in Marketing or a related fieldA good foundation knowledge of marketing principlesProven experience in Marketing, preferably within the QSR industry or a related fast-paced consumer-facing sectorKnowledge of the pizza market and a genuine interest in eating out / takeawaysExcellent planning and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects at any one timeStrong communication and presentation skillsExperience in briefing, developing, critiquing and reporting on successful marketing campaignsGood knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite: Word, PowerPoint and ExcelStrong attention to detail, with particular aptitude for spelling, grammar and proof readingAble to work alone and as part of a team

Nice to have

Experience in managing franchise relationships and supporting franchisees in brand implementation is desirable Experience within a business with online ordering and fulfilment channels, as well as ‘bricks & mortar’Knowledge of GDPR principles and guidelines

Additional information

Travel within the UK will be required from time to timeRequired to be in the Milton Keynes office approx. 2-3 days per weekFull-time, Permanent  

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