PART TIME MARKETING MANAGER

Job description

Job Description: Part-Time Marketing Manager
About Cavan Bakery: Cavan Bakery is a thriving, third‐generation family business, founded in 1929, with deep roots in our local community. Passionate about baking, we create artisan breads, pastries, cakes and freshly prepared sandwiches, baps and rolls. As we continue to expand into new markets, we're looking for talented individuals to join our growing team and contribute to our mission of delivering quality with care.

Details -

Location: Walton on Thames, Surrey, KT12

Reporting to: Commercial Director

Salary: Up to £40,000 pro‐rata plus statutory entitlements

Working Pattern: 2 days per week (flexible)

Brand Development & Strategy

Develop and implement a marketing strategy to build an elevated, consistent brand presence

Ensure brand identity, tone of voice, and visual standards are maintained across all touchpoints

Lead the implementation of brand values and mission, ensuring key USPs are effectively communicated and embedded across all customer touchpoints, including digital platforms, email marketing, and loyalty programmes

Identify opportunities to strengthen brand positioning within retail and wholesale markets

Digital Marketing & Social Media

Plan, create, and manage engaging content across social media platforms (e.g. Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn)

Grow audience engagement and follower base through organic and paid activity

Manage content calendar and oversee day‐to‐day social media execution

Monitor trends and leverage relevant opportunities to enhance visibility

Campaign Management

Design and execute marketing campaigns to drive sales, footfall, and customer engagement

Support product launches, seasonal promotions, and key trading periods

Ensure cohesive execution of marketing initiatives, maintaining alignment with business objectives and collaborating cross‐functionally to drive results

E‐commerce & Online Presence

Support optimisation of website and online sales channels

Work with external partners where required (e.g. Web developers, designers)

Lead customer journey mapping and develop recommendations based on feedback and behaviour analysis to enhance customer engagement, retention and conversion

Retail & Trade Marketing

Develop in‐store marketing materials and promotional activity

Support wholesale marketing initiatives and customer communications

Ensure consistent messaging across B2C and B2B channels

Analytics & Reporting

Track and report on marketing performance, including social media, campaigns, and sales impact

Use insights to refine strategy and improve ROI

Provide regular updates and recommendations to the Commercial Director

Budget Management

Manage marketing spend effectively within agreed budgets

Identify cost-effective opportunities to maximise impact

Skills & Experience
Essential:

Proven experience in a marketing role, ideally within food, retail, or FMCG

Strong social media and content creation skills

Commercial awareness with a focus on driving sales

Ability to work independently and manage priorities in a part‐time capacity

Excellent communication and organisational skills

Desirable:

Experience in SME or fast‐growing businesses

Knowledge of bakery, food production, or hospitality sectors

Basic design skills (e.g. Canva, Adobe)

Experience with e‐commerce platforms and email marketing tools

Personal Attributes

Creative, proactive, and hands‐on

Passion for food, branding, and customer experience

Strategic thinker with the ability to translate ideas into clear, actionable plans

Results‐driven with attention to detail

Adaptable and comfortable in a fast‐paced SME environment

Company Benefits

On‐site parking

Social events

Cycle to work scheme

Free bread allowance

50% discount on Cavan Bakery products

Workplace Pension Scheme

A box of cakes on your birthday

Free lunch provided whilst on shift

Employee assistance 24/7 helpline offering free confidential advice and support

Flexible part‐time working (2 days per week)

Opportunity to shape and grow a distinctive food brand

Collaborative and entrepreneurial working environmentCompetitive pro‐rata salary plus statutory benefit

Inclusion & Diversity
At Cavan Bakery we all have a part to play in creating an inclusive place to work. Diverse representation among our people is really important to us, and we recognise that all our colleagues are uniquely different and bring their own originality, creativity and identity to work. Inclusion and diversity is a key driver of innovation and we're committed to creating a culture where everyone feels that they can be themselves. We're looking for people from all backgrounds and cultures to join us and be a part of our journey.

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Walton on Thames

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

27-06-2026

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English