Location: Ottery St Mary, Devon, EX11 1LZ
Lead the marketing behind one of the South West’s best-loved independent garden centre groups.
At Otter Garden Centres, we’ve been inspiring gardeners, families and communities for generations. With eight garden centres across the South West, we’re proud to remain an independent, family-run business where people genuinely matter.
We’re looking for an experienced and passionate Marketing Manager to join our team on a fixed-term maternity cover contract.
This is an exciting opportunity to lead a talented marketing team, delivering campaigns that inspire customers and drive commercial success across everything from plants and seasonal events to restaurants, gifts, Christmas and outdoor living.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Leading and motivating the marketing team.
- Planning and delivering integrated marketing campaigns.
- Managing marketing schedules.
- Supporting the Creative Director.
- Managing marketing budgets and monitoring ROI.
- Overseeing website content, email marketing and social media.
- Briefing and managing designers, printers and external suppliers.
- Working closely with branch retail teams and buyers.
- Maintaining the Otter brand across every customer touchpoint.
What We’re Looking For
- Previous Marketing Manager or Senior Marketing Executive experience.
- Excellent project management skills.
- Outstanding written communication.
- Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
- Experience managing multiple campaigns simultaneously.
- Photoshop knowledge.
- WordPress or CMS experience.
- Knowledge of digital marketing, email marketing and social media.
- A collaborative leadership style.
Our Team
Whilst everyone has their own responsibilities, we believe in working as one team. Whether that’s helping with point of sale, taking photographs, updating the website or supporting a major campaign, everyone pitches in when needed. We’re looking for someone who enjoys this collaborative approach and is happy to support colleagues across the department and business.
Hours
Hours: Full Time – 39 hours per week
Contract: Fixed-Term Maternity Cover (12 months)
Start Date: 21 September 2026
Benefits
- Competitive rates of pay
- Company pension scheme
- Free on-site parking
- A varied and creative role
- Friendly, supportive working environment
- The opportunity to make a real impact within an independent family business
Apply
Please send your CV and cover letter to Sabine Jary by emailing sabine.jary@ottergardencentres.com. Interviews will take place throughout July and early August 2026. If you’re looking for an exciting opportunity to lead a creative and busy marketing department, we’d love to hear from you.
Marketing Manager (Maternity Cover) in Ottery St Mary employer: Otter Garden Centres
At Otter Garden Centres, we pride ourselves on being an independent, family-run business that values its employees and fosters a collaborative work culture. As a Marketing Manager, you will have the opportunity to lead a passionate team in a friendly environment, where your contributions can make a significant impact on our community-focused initiatives. With competitive pay, a supportive atmosphere, and the chance to grow within a beloved local institution, this role offers a rewarding experience for those looking to inspire and engage with customers.
