Digital Trading Manager - 9 Month FTC
Digital Trading Manager - 9 Month FTC
Business Area: Nestle Purina
Location: Gatwick (Hybrid 2 days in the office)
Salary from £40,000 depending on experience.
Some of our other fantastic benefits
- Potential, discretionary annual bonus
- Generous pension scheme – up to 12% contribution from Nestle
- 12 flexible days on top of 25-day holiday entitlement
- 2 paid volunteering days
- A focus on personal development and growth
Although this is a full-time opportunity, please speak to us about what flexibility means to you as we are always open to discuss individual’s flexible working needs, don’t let this stop you from applying.
We are recruiting for a Digital Trading Manager on a 9-month fixed term contract to lead and grow Purina’s digital experience for Professionals and Puppies – a pivotal role shaping the end-to-end customer journey for one of the most strategic communities in the UK per care sector.
Purina is one of the worlds leading PetCare brands, committed to enriching the lives of pets and the people who love them. Our specialist team focuses on professional communities such as specialist retailers, vets and breeders, supporting them with premium nutrition, education and seamless digital experiences.
Your impact
Ultimately, you will be responsible for leading Purina’s end-to-end B2B digital trading and marketing plan, delivering exceptional customer experience and strong commercial performance across the Professionals & Puppy digital journey.
Your other key responsibilities will include:
- Leading the B2B trading plan and monthly business planning process, with full accountability for commercial performance.
- Managing key B2B partnerships and driving impactful joint initiatives, including presence at key events.
- Developing and executing the B2B CRM and on-site communication strategy to deliver engaging, insight-led customer journeys.
- Overseeing the UX evolution of the Breeder & Puppy digital platforms.
- Managing Marketing budgets effectively, ensuring strong ROI through pre and post evaluation.
Your ingredients for success
To be successful in this role you will already have a strong blend of digital trading, B2B marketing or eCommerce, ideally gained in a D2C, eCommerce or B2B focused environment.
You will also have:
- Commercial experience including B2B, D2C, eCommerce or digital marketing (pet industry experience desired)
- A strong understanding of the UK pet landscape
- Knowledge of eCommerce and DTC commercial models, digital marketing and brand-building.
- Experience managing digital development projects (feature scoping, feasibility, timelines, testing) and agency/third-party relationships)
- Strong stakeholder influence skills and commercial decision-making ability.
What you need to know
Advert posting date: 26/03/2026
Advert closing date: 09/04/2026
We will be considering candidates as they apply and we will occasionally close job advertisements early in the event we receive sufficient applicants, so please don’t delay in submitting your application.
We take pride in championing inclusion and diversity. We proudly signed the Business in the Community Race at Work Charter, are committed to Disability Confidence, and have been recognised as a Times Top 50 Employer for gender equality for three consecutive years. Additionally, we are a headline partner of Diversity and Inclusion in grocery.
At Nestlé, our values are rooted in respect and we believe that embracing diversity and fostering an inclusive environment allows everyone to reach their full potential and drives innovative thinking. We strongly encourage applications from individuals of all gender identities, ethnic backgrounds, those with disabilities, parents, carers and members of the LGBT+ community. Please let us know if we can provide accommodations to ensure your full participation in the application process.
To find out more about Nestle’s commitment to DEI: Nestlé's Commitment to a Diverse and Inclusive Workplace
Business Area: Nestle Purina
Location: Gatwick (Hybrid 2 days in the office)
Salary from £40,000 depending on experience.
Some of our other fantastic benefits
- Potential, discretionary annual bonus
- Generous pension scheme – up to 12% contribution from Nestle
- 12 flexible days on top of 25-day holiday entitlement
- 2 paid volunteering days
- A focus on personal development and growth
Although this is a full-time opportunity, please speak to us about what flexibility means to you as we are always open to discuss individual’s flexible working needs, don’t let this stop you from applying.
We are recruiting for a Digital Trading Manager on a 9-month fixed term contract to lead and grow Purina’s digital experience for Professionals and Puppies – a pivotal role shaping the end-to-end customer journey for one of the most strategic communities in the UK per care sector.
Purina is one of the worlds leading PetCare brands, committed to enriching the lives of pets and the people who love them. Our specialist team focuses on professional communities such as specialist retailers, vets and breeders, supporting them with premium nutrition, education and seamless digital experiences.
Your impact
Ultimately, you will be responsible for leading Purina’s end-to-end B2B digital trading and marketing plan, delivering exceptional customer experience and strong commercial performance across the Professionals & Puppy digital journey.
Your other key responsibilities will include:
- Leading the B2B trading plan and monthly business planning process, with full accountability for commercial performance.
- Managing key B2B partnerships and driving impactful joint initiatives, including presence at key events.
- Developing and executing the B2B CRM and on-site communication strategy to deliver engaging, insight-led customer journeys.
- Overseeing the UX evolution of the Breeder & Puppy digital platforms.
- Managing Marketing budgets effectively, ensuring strong ROI through pre and post evaluation.
Your ingredients for success
To be successful in this role you will already have a strong blend of digital trading, B2B marketing or eCommerce, ideally gained in a D2C, eCommerce or B2B focused environment.
You will also have:
- Commercial experience including B2B, D2C, eCommerce or digital marketing (pet industry experience desired)
- A strong understanding of the UK pet landscape
- Knowledge of eCommerce and DTC commercial models, digital marketing and brand-building.
- Experience managing digital development projects (feature scoping, feasibility, timelines, testing) and agency/third-party relationships)
- Strong stakeholder influence skills and commercial decision-making ability.
What you need to know
Advert posting date: 26/03/2026
Advert closing date: 09/04/2026
We will be considering candidates as they apply and we will occasionally close job advertisements early in the event we receive sufficient applicants, so please don’t delay in submitting your application.
We take pride in championing inclusion and diversity. We proudly signed the Business in the Community Race at Work Charter, are committed to Disability Confidence, and have been recognised as a Times Top 50 Employer for gender equality for three consecutive years. Additionally, we are a headline partner of Diversity and Inclusion in grocery.
At Nestlé, our values are rooted in respect and we believe that embracing diversity and fostering an inclusive environment allows everyone to reach their full potential and drives innovative thinking. We strongly encourage applications from individuals of all gender identities, ethnic backgrounds, those with disabilities, parents, carers and members of the LGBT+ community. Please let us know if we can provide accommodations to ensure your full participation in the application process.
To find out more about Nestle’s commitment to DEI: Nestlé's Commitment to a Diverse and Inclusive Workplace
Crawley, GB, RH10 9AD
Crawley, GB, RH10 9AD