Job Description

Edinburgh

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As the Marketing Executive you will be managing the day-to-day marketing of the company as well as its long-term marketing strategy.

Key responsibilities:

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Main responsibilities include, but are not limited to:


Proactively manage all marketing for the company and activities within the marketing department Develop the marketing strategy, in line with company objectives Co-ordinate marketing campaigns with sales activities Manage the company's marketing budget Plan and implement effective promotional campaigns Manage and improve lead generation campaigns and measure the results Overall responsibility for brand management and corporate identity Create a wide range of relevant marketing and promotion collateral to support growth Maintain effective internal communications to ensure that all relevant company functions are kept informed of marketing objectives Manage and develop the marketing team Additional duties, as required by the business

The successful candidate's profile:

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Experience:

Experience in a similar role Extensive experience of managing and leading a team Proven track record in the delivery of B2B and/or B2C multi-channel marketing programmes

Qualifications:

BA Hons or higher in Marketing CIM

Skills:

Required:


Strong management and project management skills Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal

Desirable:


Confident and dynamic personality Creative outlook Experience of builders' merchant or KBB sectors

Competencies:

Flexibility

Demonstrates willingness to change ideas or perceptions based on new information or contrary evidence. Is open to new ideas and listens to other people's points of view. Responds effectively to changing circumstances. Adjusts tasks and priorities when necessary.

Continuous improvement

Constantly seeks ways to improve processes, products or services. Seeks out/engages in continuous learning opportunities that develop self and expands organizational intellectual capital. Uses feedback from co-workers and clients in order to continuously improve service

Teamwork

Offers assistance when seeing others being overwhelmed with work or unable to solve a problem Is friendly, approachable and cooperative Shares knowledge, ideas and concerns with other members of a team and across a wider organisational network Admits to mistakes instead of blaming others Respects cultural differences and differences in opinions

Leadership

Focuses on long term solutions. Deals objectively with conflict. Supports team members in difficult situations. Treats all team members equally. Clearly communicates the direction, required performance, and challenges of the team to its members. Provides feedback regarding both strengths and development needs on a regular basis; appropriately balances positive and negative messages

Customer service

Actively looks for ways to identify market demands and meet the customers' needs. Continuously monitors delivery to make sure the customer receives an excellent service. Treats all clients with respect and cultural awareness. Accepts responsibility for mistakes, apologizes and makes suitable and timely amendments. Takes pride in delivering a high quality product or service.

Organisational skills

Ensures a clear understanding of the desired end result; if unsure, asks for clarification. Is able to work independently and prioritise the workload. Anticipates and prepares for upcoming events ensuring adequate resources are available. Keeps track of progress of a task or a project. Creates action plans in order to achieve performance expectations.

Communication

Present and discuss views effectively, through formal, informal, written and spoken communication, adjusting style to suit the audience. Actively listens to co-workers and customers to gain a better understanding of their concerns and needs. Spells and uses punctuation correctly; uses proper grammar; uses an appropriate business writing style. Keeps other members of the team accurately informed and up to date.

Problem solving

Deals with problems as soon as they arise. Presents problem analysis and recommended solution to others rather than just identifying or describing the problem itself. Acknowledges when doesn't know something and takes steps to find out. Anticipates potential obstacles and develops plans to overcome them. Uses critical thinking to analyse the situation and establish course of action.

What Grant Westfield will offer you:

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Working for one of the leading manufacturing companies in the country, this is a great opportunity to drive positive change and make a significant contribution across the business. In return, you will receive a rewarding and competitive remuneration package, and be based in our Edinburgh office, in the heart of Scotland.


33 days annual leave (includes public holidays), with the opportunity to purchase additional days. Flexi hours - with a 3'oclock finish on a Friday! Healthcare cash plan. On-site parking. * Staff discount.