Description

A leading speciality chemicals distributor with a fabulous reputation in the industry are currently partnered with Woodstock Recruitment to assist in the search for a Technical Marketing Specialist.

This will be a unique blend of a life science graduate with either formal marketing training or indeed just a knack for digital and social media marketing and events management.

Cosmetic science, biology and chemistry graduates with additional creative skills are encouraged to apply!

Key responsibilities:

* Digital Marketing Strategy: Develop and execute a digital marketing strategy for the Life Science sector in collaboration with the R&D and Marketing Manager.

* Event Organisation: Oversee the company’s presence at physical events like exhibitions and customer events.

* Lead & KPI Monitoring: Monitor and respond to digital marketing leads while tracking Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).

* Social Media Marketing: Manage campaigns and content on platforms like LinkedIn and Instagram.

* Industry Trends: Stay updated on industry trends and deliver relevant and regular updates to the team.

* Content Creation: Develop marketing materials such as brochures and social media posts

* Internal & External Communication: Update both internal teams and external stakeholders on company marketing activities.

* Sales Support: Aid sales managers by using “soft” selling techniques and assist in driving sales.

* Relationship Management: Help the product managers in maintaining strong relationships with key principals in the business units.

* Business Units: Personal Care, Home Care, Pharmaceuticals, Nutraceuticals, Waxes, etc.

* Holiday/Absence Cover: Cover other department members during holidays or absences.

Skills, experience and qualifications:

* BSc in a life science and knowledge or interest in marketing

* OR

* BA in Marketing and knowledge or interest in life sciences

* Full UK driving licence – essential

* Digital marketing experience – higjly desirable

* Experience in the life sciences – highly desirable

* Good knowledge of IT software packages