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

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
Shape and deliver go-to-market plans that support brand and revenue priorities, ensuring all launch materials are ready for regional teams
Work with regional teams to build a relevant and competitive innovation pipeline, supporting adaptation of global concepts for EMEA markets
Create clear and impactful activation toolkits for key markets, including sell-in materials, catalogues, product copy and imagery
Partner with sales and account teams to secure product listings and strong in-store presence, providing the materials needed for successful sell-in
Coordinate cross-functional teams to ensure smooth and timely delivery of launches, working closely with sourcing, packaging, product development and project management
Translate consumer insights and market trends into product positioning and campaigns, ensuring relevance across different markets
Support sales teams with training, storytelling and practical selling tools, including organising samples and supporting product presentations
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

Degree in marketing or a related field
Experience in a marketing role within a branded consumer goods business preferably in an international organisation
Hands-on experience supporting or leading product launches and development
Ability to use data and insights to guide decisions

Your advantage

Experience working in a matrix organisation
Confidence building relationships and influencing stakeholders
Clear communication and presentation skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
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 sylwia.postle@newellco.com.
We’re looking forward to your application!

Marketing Executive (Brand Development) - Yankee Candle

About Newell Brands