About the job

Findlater & Co Wine – Brand Manger Maternity Cover – 9 month contract

Approachable, balanced, expressive, focused, structured and vibrant – some words describing the wines we love and the people we want in our team.

At Findlater & Co, we live and breathe wine. We work with names like Bollinger, Familia Torres, Vina Cono Sur, 19 Crimes, Wolf Blass, Sassicaia, Ornellaia, Chapoutier, Marques de Riscal, Kanonkop, Chateau Musar, Graham’s Port and so many more.

From our exceptional portfolio of world-class wines to the lasting relationships we build with our clients, our commitment to quality underpins everything we do. Guided by a discerning vision, we seek the extraordinary and are excited to go wherever that journey takes us. Will you join us?

About Findlater & Co

Founded in Dublin in 1823, Findlater & Co is part of the Valeo Foods Ireland portfolio. As the leading importer and distributor to food service and retail customers, we provide high-quality wine, coffee, spirits and ingredients. Based in Tallaght, we offer a spectacular portfolio of sought-after wines from producers across the globe. We are passionate about the sustainable future of wine, choosing partners who prioritise environmental responsibility and sustainable practices.

What We Do
We bring an incredible portfolio of world wines to the grocery stores, wine shops, restaurants and hotels of Ireland. From the amazing wines we provide to the lasting relationships we build, our commitment to quality underpins everything we do.

About The Role

We are looking for a Brand Manager to join our wine team on a maternity cover for 9 month contract. As part of this role, you will develop and execute brand plans in line with the overall business strategy, helping to grow brand awareness, support customer activation, and deliver commercial objectives across our wine portfolio.

You will work closely with brand owners, suppliers, internal teams and external partners to bring campaigns to life across retail, on-trade and foodservice channels. This role will play a key part in managing brand activity, supporting new product launches, delivering marketing campaigns, and ensuring our brands are represented with consistency, creativity and commercial impact.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and execute brand plans in line with the overall business strategy, ensuring activity supports sales growth, brand equity and customer engagement.
Manage and activate a portfolio of wine brands across retail, on-trade and foodservice channels.
Work closely with brand owners and suppliers to build strong relationships, align on brand priorities, and secure marketing support.
Lead the planning and delivery of 360 marketing campaigns, including in-store activation, digital media, social media, PR, events, trade marketing and customer-specific initiatives.
Support the commercial team with customer presentations, brand sell-in decks, promotional plans, product information and activation concepts.
Manage new product launches, ensuring all key information, artwork, pricing, forecasts, timelines and launch materials are delivered on time.
Work cross-functionally with sales, supply chain, finance, design agencies, printers, media partners and external suppliers to deliver projects efficiently and to a high standard.
Monitor brand performance, market trends, competitor activity and customer insights to identify opportunities for growth.
Manage brand budgets, marketing spend and A&P investment, ensuring all activity is delivered within budget and aligned with brand objectives.
Coordinate trade events, tastings, portfolio showcases, wine dinners and brand activations to build awareness and engagement.
Ensure all brand assets, POS materials, packaging updates and marketing communications are accurate, compliant and delivered on time.
Support sustainability initiatives and communicate brand stories in a way that reflects Findlater & Co’s values and long-term vision for the wine category.

What you’ll have

Ideally, 3+ years of experience in brand management, marketing, trade marketing or a similar commercial role, preferably within FMCG, drinks or the wine industry.
Strong understanding of brand building, customer activation and campaign execution across multiple channels.
Excellent project management skills with the ability to manage multiple brands, deadlines and stakeholders at the same time.
Strong commercial awareness and the ability to connect brand activity with sales, customer needs and business objectives.
Experience working with agencies, suppliers, media partners or brand owners would be an advantage.
Strong presentation, communication and influencing skills.
Creative thinking with the ability to turn brand stories into engaging customer and consumer-facing activity.
Excellent attention to detail, especially when managing artwork, product information, POS materials and campaign timelines.
Strong IT skills, including PowerPoint, Excel and general reporting tools.
Positive attitude with a proactive, can-do mentality.
Passion for wine, food and consumer trends.
WSET Level 2 or above is preferable, but not essential.

Who You Are

Results-driven with a positive attitude and collaborative style.
Adaptable and ready to embrace the Findlater culture of positivity and teamwork.
Experienced in influencing growth through existing clients.
Honest and respectful in interactions with colleagues and customers.
Agile, flexible, and open to change.
Eager to upskill through training sessions to provide added value to customers.
A positive contributor to overall team performance, providing support and assistance to team members.
Focused and committed to delivering personal, team, and business growth.

What We Offer

Competitive salary.
Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
A supportive and vibrant team environment.
Employee discounts on our incredible range of wines and foods across the portfolio.
Pension contributions.
Group scheme discounts (VHI etc).
EAP programme.
The chance to be part of a company that values diversity, inclusion and sustainability.

How to Apply
If you’re ready to bring your expertise and passion to Findlater & Co, we’d love to hear from you. Please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and why you’re a perfect fit for this role.

Brand Manager-Wine Team-9 Month contract

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