We are recruiting on behalf of a leading, well-established consumer brand for a Channel Marketing Manager to join on a 12-month fixed term contract (maternity cover) in Banbury (hybrid working). This is a commercially focused role sitting at the heart of the business, acting as the strategic bridge between Marketing and Sales, and playing a critical part in driving retail growth, brand visibility and sell-through performance.You will lead a team of three and take ownership of retail channel strategy across key UK accounts. You will work extremely closely with Sales and Commercial teams, particularly Key Account Managers, ensuring marketing plans are fully aligned to revenue targets, category priorities and customer strategies.This role requires someone confident operating at pace, balancing strategic planning with hands-on project delivery in an agile, fast-moving retail environment. You will be required to attend events and visit retail partners at times too.As Channel Marketing Manager, you will:Develop and execute bespoke annual channel marketing plans aligned to commercial objectives and retail account strategiesAct as the primary marketing contact for Key Account Managers and retail buyers, influencing and supporting pitches that win space, drive visibility and deliver growthLead the end-to-end "Path to Purchase" strategy across in-store and digital environmentsDrive retail activation including POS, merchandising solutions and demonstration concepts through agency partne