The Business Patties Food Group is home to some of Australia’s most loved food brands, including Four’N Twenty, Patties, Herbert Adams, Nanna’s and On the Menu. We’re passionate about creating excellent food and building brands that connect with consumers.

We’re looking for an experienced Senior Brand Manager – Frozen Meals to join our Marketing team on a 14-month maximum term contract, covering maternity leave, based at our Mentone Head Office.

The Role

Reporting to the Head of Marketing – Ready Meals, you’ll help shape and deliver category strategies, brand strategies and marketing plans that drive profitable growth across our frozen meals’ portfolio. Combining consumer insights, commercial thinking and creativity, you’ll turn opportunities into compelling campaigns and new product innovation. You’ll also lead and develop one direct report, working closely with teams across Sales, Innovation and Operations to bring plans to life. Your duties and responsibilities will include but not be limited to:

- Partnering with the Head of Marketing to develop and execute category and brand strategies aligned with our Marketing Strategic Plan.
- Translating consumer, customer and market insights into opportunities for brand growth.
- Driving new product development projects in collaboration with cross-functional teams.
- Developing and delivering communication campaigns with creative and agency partners.
- Applying financial analysis and commercial insights to assess opportunities and guide decisions.
- Building strong relationships with Sales, customers, brand owners and internal stakeholders.
- Coaching and developing one direct report, setting clear priorities and supporting their growth.
- Leading project teams with clear direction, accountability and a focus on results.

The Person

You’re an experienced marketer who can see the bigger picture and turn strategy into action. You build strong relationships, enjoy developing others and bring a practical, commercially focused approach to growing brands.



You’ll also bring:

- A degree in Marketing or a related discipline.
- At least 6–10 years’ experience in marketing, ideally within FMCG or food manufacturing.
- Experience managing and developing direct reports.
- A strong understanding of brand strategy, consumer insights and financial performance.
- Experience delivering new product development and communication campaigns.
- Strong stakeholder management skills, with experience partnering with Sales teams and customers.
- The ability to manage competing priorities and keep complex projects moving.

What We Offer You

At Patties Food Group, we are passionate about our people, brands and culture. We are an Equal Opportunity employer committed to providing an inclusive environment where all employees are treated fairly and with respect. As a member of the Patties team, you will have access to:

- Generous employee benefits including take-home product for you and your family to enjoy.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services.
- Multiple social and engagement activities.
- Excellent exposure to cross functional working and projects.
- Competitive salary, hybrid working and supportive culture.

Patties Food Group is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences.

Patties Food Group is a true Australian success story, growing into a leading manufacturer, supplier and marketer of branded frozen savoury, ready meals, dessert products and chilled products. Rich in Australian history, we are home to iconic brands including Four’N Twenty, Patties, Herbert Adams, Nanna’s, Lean Cuisine, Weight Watchers and On the Menu. Our company values of courage, trust, integrity, and ownership reflect our origin as a proudly local company and have helped form a strong foundation for international growth.

With a footprint of 6 manufacturing sites across Australia and NZ and a workforce of over 1700, a vital ingredient in our recipe for success is – GREAT PEOPLE

Perks and benefits Hungry, Humble & Focused. A worldclass team Equal Opportunity employer

📌 Senior Brand Manager (Melbourne)
🏢 Patties Foods
📍 Melbourne