Assistant Brand Manager in Reading

STADA UK Thornton & Ross is on an exciting growth journey with more than 700 employees being fully committed to our purpose of Caring for People’s Health as a Trusted Partner. Together we are shaping the future of Thornton & Ross by living our values of Integrity, Entrepreneurship, Agility and One STADA. If you want to work in an open culture where your uniqueness is valued, join our CHC Marketing Team.

Role Purpose

The Assistant Brand Manager will join STADA UK Thornton & Ross at a time of strong momentum, portfolio expansion, and organisational transformation. This role is an exciting opportunity to support the growth of our Consumer Health brands by contributing to in-market execution, delivering high-quality campaigns, and building strong marketing fundamentals within a fast-paced environment. Working closely with Marketing, Digital, Insights, Medical, Regulatory, Supply, and Sales teams, you will support the delivery of the UK brand ambition while developing your skills across brand management, analytics, and cross‑functional collaboration.

How You Will Make Impact

• 360° Brand Support & Execution: Support the development and execution of brand plans, ensuring a consumer‑centric and insight‑led approach. Assist in delivering integrated 360° campaigns across ATL, BTL, digital, PR, and e‑commerce channels. Coordinate day‑to‑day brand activities with strong attention to detail and executional excellence. Help ensure consistency across all consumer and customer touchpoints, maintaining brand identity and messaging. Monitor competitor activity and support the team with insights and recommendations. Provide support to the Brand Manager on portfolio initiatives and cross‑brand projects.
• Performance, Analytics and KPIs: Support tracking of brand performance, including sales, market share, distribution, and campaign effectiveness. Assist in preparing weekly and monthly performance reports. Work with data sources (sell‑out data, digital analytics, and market insights) to identify trends and opportunities. Support budget tracking (A+P) and ensure alignment with agreed plans. Contribute to campaign optimisation by monitoring results and suggesting improvements. Support innovation projects (NPD/EPD), helping coordinate timelines and cross‑functional inputs. Assist in concept development, packaging updates, and go‑to‑market preparation. Contribute to post‑launch analysis and continuous improvement initiatives. Help identify opportunities to enhance brand performance across its lifecycle.
• Cross‑Functional Collaboration: Support coordination across Sales, Supply Chain, Regulatory, Medical, Finance, and external agencies. Help track project timelines, deliverables, and key milestones. Build strong working relationships with internal stakeholders and external partners. Demonstrate a proactive, “can‑do” attitude and willingness to learn.

What We Are Looking For

At STADA UK Thornton & Ross, we embrace Uniqueness—recognising the value that diverse perspectives bring to our work. Our core values—Entrepreneurship, Integrity, Agility, and One STADA—guide how we collaborate and innovate. We are looking for a candidate who aligns with these values and brings the following:

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business, Communications, or a related field (preferred).
• 1–2 years of experience in FMCG, Consumer Health, or a similar fast‑paced environment (including internships or placements).
• Strong organisational and executional skills, with great attention to detail.
• High energy, proactive mindset, and eagerness to learn and grow.
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate across teams.
• Basic understanding of commercial drivers and brand performance metrics.
• Creative thinking combined with a willingness to take ownership.
• Resilience and ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast‑paced environment.

How We Care For You

At Thornton & Ross our purpose “Caring for people’s health as a trusted partner” motivates us every day. And what would be a better place than starting with our own employees. Which is why we give much in return:

• Competitive salary and annual bonus scheme.
• Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme offering 6% employer contribution rates.
• Hybrid working – we spend three days of your choice in the office, with the remaining days working at home.
• 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays with the potential to buy up to 5 additional days.
• Wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Programme and KYAN Wellbeing – offering free coaching and counselling services for you and your family.
• Electric Car Scheme through Octopus Energy, plus free on‑site EV charging.
• Enhanced Family Leave.
• Plus, many more employee benefits & celebration events.

STADA Group values and promotes its diverse culture, regardless of gender, age, social or ethnic origin, disabilities, religion, ideology, or sexual orientation. We use the strength of our uniqueness to develop creative ideas, expand our experience and increase innovative strength. Our focus is on equal opportunities, respectful cooperation, and the promotion of an inclusive working environment. We are looking forward to your application and welcome applications without a pharmaceutical background.