Are you a dynamic marketing leader with a passion for retail and challenging the status quo? Aldi UK is seeking a talented Marketing Director to take charge of our brand development, strategy, end to end creative campaigns, and customer insight programme. This is an incredible opportunity to drive the Aldi brand forward in a fast-paced and exciting environment.
Working closely with the Marketing Director for Channels and Delivery, you will be responsible for shaping and executing the overall marketing strategy across the Aldi UK brand. Your leadership will inspire and coordinate end-to-end campaign development and delivery. You will harness customer insights and analytics to inform decision-making and boost brand engagement. Your role will be pivotal in driving Aldi's difference and distinctiveness to the wider sector, creating cut through and engagement with Aldi shoppers and delivering commercial outcomes for the business… in that extra special, cheeky Aldi kind of way
Your New Role
* Lead the development and execution of Aldi's brand strategy in the UK, engaging internationally as required
* Oversee marketing campaigns end to end to engage and grow our customer base
* Drive customer research initiatives and leverage analytics for actionable insights
* Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to ensure brand consistency
* Manage Aldi's marketing and media budgets
About You
* Proven leadership experience in a senior marketing role within retail
* Prior Marketing experience in a consumer brand or agency
* Strong track record of leading brand development and successful marketing campaigns
* Expertise in customer research methodologies and data analytics
* Experienced in managing large marketing budgets
* Experienced at using insights and data to form marketing strategies
* A strategic thinker who can work dynamically in a high-energy environment
* Exceptional communication and leadership skills
* Thrive in a fast-paced retail setting with agility and innovation.
* Experience in a fast-paced Food Retail environment (Desirable)
What You'll Get in Return
* Competitive Salary
* Permanent Contract
* Monday to Friday, 8am to 6pm, with the opportunity of 2 days remote working
* 5 weeks' annual leave plus Bank Holidays
* In office flexi-time
* Full training provided
* Pension scheme
* Private employee medical insurance after 6 months
* Company sick pay scheme
* Company maternity and adoption pay from commencement and paternity leave pay after 1 year
* Long service rewards
* Access to MyBenefits, where you can find a wide range of benefits, including our bike to work scheme, shopping and cinema discounts, health cash plan, a FREE will, travel and discounted gym memberships, as well as a host of benefits to support your financial and wellbeing needs.
* Access to a free,24/7, confidential virtual GP service for all Aldi Colleagues and their children (under the age of 16)
Aldi is an equal opportunities employer. We're committed to maintaining a diverse and inclusive workforce and are dedicated to promoting a culture of inclusion, providing an environment in which collaboration, respect and fairness are essential. We value diversity and are dedicated to treating all of our colleagues and prospective colleagues fairly and with respect.
If you're looking for a career that gives you the chance to make a real difference, apply today