Marketing & Operations Coordinator (FTC) in London

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The Opportunity

Jack Link’s is a global leader in protein snacking and the world’s largest manufacturer of meat snacks, with a strong presence across North America, Europe and Asia. Founded in 1985, the privately owned business has built a portfolio of well‑known brands including Jack Link’s, Peperami and BiFi. Operating in the fast-growing high‑protein snacking category, the company combines category expertise with ongoing investment in innovation, marketing and international expansion, offering a fast‑paced, entrepreneurial environment with clear growth ambitions.

This role will play a pivotal part within the UK team, helping to shape the next phase of growth in a priority market through progressive marketing plans and activations. This role plays a critical part in supporting the smooth running of the UKI business while helping drive innovation delivery across the Peperami portfolio. The position will lead the coordination and execution of Tier 2 and Tier 3 innovation and renovation projects, while supporting the wider team on Tier 1 strategic initiatives. Alongside innovation delivery, the role acts as the operational backbone of the UKI Marketing function – managing systems, processes, PR administration, product data, and cross‑functional coordination to ensure strong execution across the business. Working closely with Brand, Sales, Finance, Supply Chain, R&D, and external agencies, this role helps turn plans into action with speed, accuracy, and attention to detail. This role, initially, is a six‑month fixed term contract.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the coordination and execution of Tier 2 and Tier 3 innovation and renovation projects from concept through to launch.
• Support the Senior Brand Manager and wider UKI team on Tier 1 strategic projects and launches.
• Coordinate timelines, artwork approvals, retailer requirements, and launch readiness across functions.
• Ensure all project milestones are tracked and delivered on time.
• Work closely with R&D, Supply Chain, Sales, Finance, and external agencies to support successful delivery.
• Support post‑launch tracking and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Coordinating launch plans and timelines.
• Supporting packaging and artwork approval processes.
• Tracking launch readiness across internal stakeholders.

Brand Systems & Customer Administration

• Maintain accurate and up‑to‑date product information across Brand Bank and retailer systems/portals.
• Consolidate information from Marketing, R&D, Supply Chain, and Sales teams.
• Ensure consistency and accuracy of product data across all customer‑facing systems.
• Identify and elevate any discrepancies or risks in a timely manner.
• Update retailer portals with new product information.
• Manage product imagery and specifications.
• Coordinate updates linked to innovation launches.

Purchase Requests & Budget Administration

• Raise and manage purchase requests for Marketing and Sales activities.
• Track spend against approved budgets.
• Coordinate approvals with suppliers and Finance teams.
• Maintain accurate PO tracking for reporting and audit purposes.
• Raise POs for agencies, media, production, or activation costs.
• Ensure correct budget coding and cost centre allocation.
• Follow up on approvals ahead of key campaign deadlines.
• Act as a key point of contact between Marketing and Sales teams for brand and product information.
• Support the weekly EPOS sales tracker and highlight short‑term risks or opportunities.
• Coordinate marketing assets and materials required by customers and the Sales team.
• Support customer presentations, product information requests, and launch materials.
• Update EPOS trackers and reports.
• Support retailer launch sell‑in materials.

Reporting Line

Reports to: Head of Marketing – Peperami

Works closely with: Sales, Finance, Supply Chain, R&D, Customer Service, Agencies, and UKI Leadership Team.