Marketing Assistant

About Dunns
One of Scotland’s most historic family businesses, Dunns Food and Drinks Ltd are an award winning delivered wholesale supplier in Scotland, with a remarkable portfolio of craft beers, wines, spirits and food products from around the world, providing a specialist one stop shop for food and drinks requirements of all natures. Our extensive collection of quality products can provide the inspiration to create fantastic menus all year round. As we head in to our 150th anniversary year, we have an ever-expanding need for in-house marketing support.

Purpose of Role
We are looking for a Marketing Executive / Assistant to support our marketing efforts across digital, print, and social media. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with the marketing manager to drive brand awareness, customer engagement, and support sales growth. Ideal candidates are creative, organized, and possess a strong attention to detail. Experience in food and beverage or wholesale industries would be a plus.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in the planning, creation, and execution of marketing campaigns across multiple channels, including email, social media, and print.
• Coordinate with suppliers, internal teams, and external agencies to develop content, promotional materials, and product launches.
• Manage and grow our social media presence, creating engaging content and building relationships with our online audience.
• Support the production of digital assets, including graphics, video, and photography.
• Maintain website updates, ensuring accurate product information, blog content, and SEO optimization.
• Analyse and report on campaign performance, using insights to improve future strategies.
• Handle administrative tasks related to the marketing department, including pricing and promotions, proof-reading and scheduling content.
• Stay up to date with industry trends and identify opportunities for brand visibility and customer engagement.

Skills & Qualifications:

• Degree in Marketing, Communications, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• 1-2 years of experience in a marketing role, ideally in the food and beverage or wholesale sector.
• Computer literate with proficiency in social media platforms, CMS (Umbraco experience a plus), and marketing analytics.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Accurate and detail conscious.
• Creative flair with basic design skills (experience in Canva or Adobe Suite preferred).
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects.
• A team player who is proactive, adaptable, and passionate about food and beverage marketing.

Conditions & Benefits:

• Standard Hours: 09:00-17:30, includes ½ hour for lunch
• 28 days annual leave
• Generous staff discounts
• Free on-site parking
• Auto enrolment pension
• Cash back health care plan
• Life assurance / death in service payment

NO AGENCIES PLEASE.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £23,000.00-£28,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company events
• Employee discount
• Free parking
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Private medical insurance
• Sick pay

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Holidays
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 19/12/2024