Job ID: 14952
Alternate Locations: United Kingdom-England-Manchester; United Kingdom-England-Bristol; United Kingdom-England-Cheadle; United Kingdom-England-London
Marketing Associate (Brand Development) – Yankee Candle
Location: Manchester area (Cheadle), or Bristol, or London
Reports to: Regional Marketing Manager
Contract type: Permanent
Deadline for internal applications: 12 June 2026
Your Role and Team in a Nutshell
As Marketing Associate (Brand Development) you will help turn great ideas into products people love and buy.
You will lead the launch of new Yankee Candle products across Europe and turn brand plans into strong in-market execution across retail, wholesale and online channels. Working with brand, product development, sales and supply teams, you will deliver consumer-focused, design-led launches in a fast-moving category.
You will be part of a team of six and collaborate closely with global and local marketing teams in Europe.
We will help you achieve your goals and develop by providing regular feedback and access to online training courses.
Your Key Responsibilities
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Play a key role in end-to-end product launches, including seasonal collections, product updates and supporting new product development through key stages of the process
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Shape and deliver go-to-market plans that support brand and revenue priorities, ensuring all launch materials are ready for regional teams
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Work with regional teams to build a relevant and competitive innovation pipeline, supporting adaptation of global concepts for EMEA markets
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Create clear and impactful activation toolkits for key markets, including sell-in materials, catalogues, product copy and imagery
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Partner with sales and account teams to secure product listings and strong in-store presence, providing the materials needed for successful sell-in
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Coordinate cross-functional teams to ensure smooth and timely delivery of launches, working closely with sourcing, packaging, product development and project management
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Translate consumer insights and market trends into product positioning and campaigns, ensuring relevance across different markets
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Support sales teams with training, storytelling and practical selling tools, including organising samples and supporting product presentations
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Track performance after launch and refine plans to improve results, while managing multiple projects in parallel in a fast-paced environment
What You’ll Need
Minimum
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Degree in marketing or a related field
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Experience in a marketing role within a branded consumer goods business preferably in an international organisation
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Hands-on experience supporting or leading product launches and development
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Ability to use data and insights to guide decisions
Your advantage
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Experience working in a matrix organisation
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Confidence building relationships and influencing stakeholders
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Clear communication and presentation skills
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Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
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Additional European language skills
Are you interested?
If so, please click on “Apply” on this site and upload your CV.
If you missed the deadline or have any questions about the position, applying or making a referral please contact TA Recruiter Sylwia Postle at
[email protected].
We’re looking forward to your application!
