Student Marketeer - University Of Reading

Interested in becoming a key member of one of the UK’s fastest growing start-ups?

Who we are looking for:

Student marketeers who will bring energy, enthusiasm and a sense of fun to the table.

What we are doing and who we are:

We are BLOCKHEAD, a functional chewing gum company that is refreshing the tired chewing gum category. We provide you with high quality functional ingredients in a refreshing gum format that helps you experience all that life has to offer, whether you need a quick boost of energy or a calming moment of clarity, Blockhead is always by your side.

What you will do:

This is not you standard student job. You will be using your entrepreneurial flair to build and implement innovative sales and marketing campaigns in and around your campus. As a BLOCKHEAD Student Marketeer, you'll be at the heart of a dynamic marketing team, building one of the UK's most exciting brands.

Be a Brand & Product Advocate:

• You will be the face of the brand on campus and you will live and breathe BLOCKHEAD, our products, our values and embody the brand in every interaction.
• Drive trial and awareness among your fellow students through fun and creative sampling activations on your campus.
• Introduce the BLOCKHEAD range and its many benefits to the masses while ensuring the very best brand experience.

Execute a Campus Plan:

• Use your creativity to build and execute an innovative campus plan that engages students and brings the BLOCKHEAD brand to life on campus.
• Build a strong network by establishing and maintaining relationships with key people and store owners.
• Know your patch - keep up with trends - be in the know and create new opportunities.

Drive Sales Excellence:

• Work with the BLOCKHEAD sales team to deliver perfect in-store execution.
• Collaborate with local sales channels, ensuring BLOCKHEAD is available and visible in outlets.
• Open new distribution points within your university campus and beyond.

Excel in Execution:

• Showcase executional excellence with a keen eye for details in all aspects of your role.
• Contribute ideas and collaborate with the team through regular face-to-face and online interactions.

Your Expertise:

Charismatic Campus Insider:

• Charismatic, energetic, positive and outgoing personality that resonates with your campus community.
• Entrepreneurial spirit. We are a team of entrepreneurs, always seeking the next opportunity and how we can deliver a fresh approach to your university.
• Immersed in student life with a thorough understanding of the university, city, and region.
• Outgoing - able to strike up a conversation with anyone. A fantastic networker able to make things happen while being able to deal with a range of personalities in a variety of different settings.

On the Road with BLOCKHEAD:

• UK Driving License

What will BLOCKHEAD offer you:

• Flexible working hours
• Excellent CV worthy experience
• Competitive salary
• Mentorship
• As much gum as you and your mates can possibly chew