Location:
St. Ives, Cambridgeshire (Office Based)
Reports To:
Group Sales and Marketing Manager
Department:
Sales & Marketing Team
Employment Type:
Fixed-Term, Full-Time (9 Months)
About Cambridge Sensotec
Cambridge Sensotec is a specialist manufacturer of gas analysis and detection equipment, delivering innovative and reliable solutions to customers worldwide. Our products serve a wide range of industries including manufacturing, energy, pharmaceuticals, and environmental services. From our headquarters in St. Ives, Cambridgeshire, we pride ourselves on combining technical excellence with outstanding customer service.
Job Overview
We are seeking an experienced and proactive Marketing Manager to provide maternity cover for a period of nine months. The successful candidate will be responsible for implementing and maintaining the company's marketing activities in line with the current marketing plan. This includes coordinating with external marketing partners, managing our CRM system, supporting the sales team to drive revenue, creating engaging content, and organising events and exhibitions.
This is a hands-on role requiring strong project coordination, creative flair, and the ability to manage multiple marketing streams concurrently.
Key Responsibilities
Marketing Strategy & Execution
* Deliver and maintain the current marketing plan in alignment with company goals
* Liaise with external digital marketing and web agencies to ensure website content, SEO, and digital campaigns are kept up to date and on-brand
* Develop and produce marketing collateral such as brochures, datasheets, email campaigns, newsletters, and product videos
* Collaborate with the sales team to design and deliver targeted campaigns to support lead generation and customer retention
* Maintain and update the company's CRM system (Zoho) with marketing and campaign data
* Track and report on key marketing metrics, lead conversions, and campaign performance
Events & Exhibitions
* Organise and attend industry exhibitions and trade shows, managing logistics, marketing materials, and stand presentation
* Support planning and execution of company-hosted or virtual marketing events
Customer & Distributor Support
* Provide marketing support to customers and distributors, including co-branded materials, images, and campaign assets
* Act as a point of contact for distributor marketing requests and ensure consistent brand presentation across channels
Requirements
Essential:
* Proven experience in a Marketing Manager or senior marketing role (preferably in a B2B or technical environment)
* Strong organisational and project management skills
* Experience working with external marketing agencies and suppliers
* Proficiency with CRM systems (Zoho or similar)
* Competence in content creation and basic design (using tools such as Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, or similar)
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills
* Ability to work independently and manage time effectively in a fast-paced environment
Desirable:
* Experience in the scientific, manufacturing, or industrial equipment sector
* Video editing or production experience
* Familiarity with email marketing platforms (e.g., Mailchimp) and website CMS (e.g., WordPress)
* Knowledge of SEO, Google Analytics, and paid advertising platforms
What We Offer
* Competitive salary (commensurate with experience)
* Supportive and collaborative team environment
* Opportunity to work across a range of marketing activities and gain cross-functional experience
* Exposure to a growing international business with technical and scientific focus
Contract Details
* Duration:
9 months (Maternity Cover)
* Start Date:
1
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November 2025
* Hours:
Full-time/37.5 hours per week (Monday to Friday)
* Location:
Office-based, St. Ives, Cambridgeshire
How to Apply
* Please send your CV and a covering letter outlining your suitability for the role to -