Sumac & Saffron Marketing Manager

About the role

We operate a live, growing restaurant business and are looking for a self-motivated, commercially minded Marketing Manager who can bring new marketing ideas, take ownership, and add real value to the business.

Responsibilities

• Own and deliver the overall marketing strategy for the business
• Bring new, practical marketing ideas that drive awareness and revenue
• Define and manage social media strategy (channels, tone, cadence, campaigns)
• Direct and manage content creation output (briefing, standards, consistency)
• Plan and execute local marketing campaigns to increase footfall and repeat visits
• Build and manage relationships with: local businesses and offices, universities and university staff, student communities, local organisations and partners
• Drive awareness within a 20-mile local radius
• Coordinate and manage external suppliers: designers, printers, agencies, media partners
• Monitor performance and adjust activity based on results (reach, engagement, bookings, ROI)

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Marketing Manager (not assistant / junior / trainee)
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and take ownership
• Experience in hospitality, food, retail, or local consumer businesses
• Strong understanding of UK consumer behaviour and local marketing culture
• Fluent English (written and spoken) suitable for UK-facing campaigns
• Confident managing people, suppliers, and campaigns end-to-end
• Comfortable being present on-site and involved in the business

Qualifications

Preferred Experience:

• Running local, community-led campaigns
• Experience working with restaurants, bars, or hospitality groups
• Familiarity with Meta ads, partnerships, promotions, and local outreach

Skills

Strong understanding of UK consumer behaviour and local marketing culture

Benefits

Salary and structure will be discussed based on experience and availability.

Pay

£32,000.00-£52,000.00 per year

Schedule

In person