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Managing Director
We’re hiring on behalf of a fast-scaling, high-growth FMCG brand in the UK – an award-winning player in the food and wellness space. Backed by a mix of private equity and a growing fanbase of health-conscious consumers, they’re now looking for someone to lead the team and take them to the next level.
We’re looking for someone who lives and breathes challenger brand energy — someone who’s helped build or scale a brand from the ground up, ideally in health, nutrition, wellness, or functional foods.
Why this role?
* You’ll be shaping the next big name in health-focused FMCG
* Full ownership of brand strategy, positioning, and execution
* Work directly with founders and investors
* Highly entrepreneurial, creative environment
* Big runway for personal growth and brand impact
Who we’re looking for:
* 10+ years experience in FMCG, with at least 2 in a challenger brand within food, drink, or nutrition
* Proven success scaling brand awareness and market share
* Strong creative instincts but commercially savvy – you understand the power of brand and P&L
* A contact book of stockists, distributors, agencies, and enablers in the food/wellness space
* A passionate brand storyteller who can lead from the front
* Comfortable in a hands-on, fast-paced startup culture
Day-to-day responsibilities:
* Own the brand strategy across all channels – from creative to comms
* Launch bold, standout campaigns that capture attention and convert
* Build and manage a small but mighty brand team
* Work closely with Sales, Product, and Retail to create true brand consistency
* Lead innovation around packaging, partnerships, and community
* Act as a brand ambassador at key events and industry moments
Nice to have:
* Experience taking a product from DTC into major retail listings
* Exposure to investment rounds or brand fundraising support
* Background in performance marketing, shopper marketing, or digital strategy
Flexible on salary and package
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Executive
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Business Development
* Industries
Food and Beverage Services
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