Marketing Executive

WHAT WILL THIS ROLE INVOLVE?

The Retail Marketing Executive will play a vital role in the development and execution of customer-focused marketing campaigns across our retail store estate. You will support both promotional and tactical marketing activities within the business, ensuring effective production of all point of sale. Supporting the Retail Point of Sale Manager in the communication and execution of store marketing initiatives. The role involves managing point-of-sale (POS) materials, coordinating in-store campaigns with a focus on meeting strategic goals and maintaining cohesive brand messaging across all touchpoints.

• Oversee the creation, design, and implementation of in-store point-of-sale materials, working cross-functionally with Trading, Merchandising, Product Supply, and Retail Operations to deliver effective and customer-focused marketing communications and campaigns.
• Drive retail campaigns from concept to delivery, ensuring all activities are fully integrated across teams and communicated effectively to stores. Capture learnings and feedback to continuously improve future campaigns.
• Manage the production of marketing materials such as artwork, flyers, and printed collateral. Provide support with art-working design using templates and guidelines (e.g., InDesign, Photoshop etc.)
• Address store queries regarding POS and active promotional offers, ensuring smooth communication between the marketing team and retail locations.
• Support the Retail Point of Sale Manager in all retail marketing activity, following timelines, and ensuring the successful delivery of marketing projects including new store and refit marketing plans, from briefing through to POS production and store implementation.
• Manage relationships with external suppliers and agencies, ensuring the successful production and delivery of POS materials and other printed assets.
• Process and submit invoices, maintain records, and provide general administrative support to the Retail POS Manager and Head of Marketing.
• Work closely with various departments (Trading, Merchandising, Retail Operations) to ensure the marketing strategy aligns with business objectives and seasonal campaigns.
• Continuously seek opportunities to improve processes, develop new approaches to in-store communications, and enhance the overall customer experience.
• Effective and efficient creation and distribution of POS materials and printed collateral.
• Successful delivery of retail campaigns with measurable impact on store performance.
• Gain positive feedback from stores and cross-functional teams regarding support and communication.

• Prior experience in a retail marketing role with a strong understanding of in-store marketing and POS.
• Excellent project management skills with the ability to manage multiple work streams and meet tight deadlines.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to liaise with internal teams and external agencies.
• Detail-oriented with a creative eye and a practical, “can-do” attitude.
• Highly organised and able to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in design tools such as InDesign and Illustrator with a basic understanding of the print production process is beneficial.
• Experience managing external suppliers and agencies is preferred.
• A flexible approach to work with the ability to adapt to changing business needs.

• A passionate, dynamic team where your growth, ideas, and impact matter
• A competitive pay package
• Company pension scheme with the option to enhance
• Generous holiday allowance including an extra wellbeing day that gives you time to recharge
• Training programme to help you excel in your role
• Opportunities through our apprenticeship programs to keep building on your skills
• Access to mental health first aiders, wellness sessions, and support groups
• Exclusive discounts across all of our brands and through our benefits hub
• Cycle2
  
  Work scheme
• Long service and recognition awards
• Colleague referral scheme
• Company and team social events
• Free on-site parking
• Subsidised canteen

Founded by Henry J Ryman in 1893, Ryman has been the go-to destination for stationery, office supplies, printing, technology, and more for over 130 years. We are part of the Theo Paphitis Retail Group, which also includes Robert Dyas, Boux Avenue, and London Graphic Centre.

From our very first store on Great Portland Street, we have grown to over 200 locations and a thriving website and app offering quality products and exceptional service. We believe in supporting our colleagues and equipping them with the tools and knowledge they need to grow, thrive, and have fun whilst doing it.

At Ryman, all of our teams from our stores to our warehouse and Retail Support Centre are passionate about retail. We put our customers first and have a common goal to keep them at the heart of everything we do. We are energetic and enthusiastic, delivering results through resilience,…