Title:  Media Specialist

Are you ready to make an impact at a Global company? We’re looking for a MEDIA SPECIALIST for PRINGLES in European Markets, to join us on a 12 month contract  to hit the ground running and work on the implementation of media strategies and plans for Pringles across Europe and ensure these are translated into best local market media & communication plans.

 Your role will be based at our European Headquarters in Dublin, Ireland on a hybrid work schedule.

As the number one most trusted food and drink brand in the UK and the 3rd most reputable food and drink brand in Europe we have much to be proud of.  We have a huge portfolio of over 1,600 tasty foods which includes iconic brands such as Corn Flakes, Special K, Pringles, and Crunchy Nut.

We are also hugely committed to the communities that we work in and strive to give back as our founder did - you’ll see this in the school breakfast clubs programme and volunteering activities that we encourage all our employees to participate in.  

A Taste of What You’ll Be Doing

• Collaborate-This role collaborates with the Brand Marketing, Kellogg digital and several agency teams to deliver successful media campaigns effectively and efficiently as part of our integrated commercial planning process.
• Develop-Help develop media plans for a selection of Kellogg’s brands working closely with media managers, brand teams, agencies, key markets and wider media and marketing operations team.
• Management-Manage the media plans are translated into relevant local market media plans, working closely with the countries’ marketing teams and brand teams, and approving those local plans. Manage the media plans across the year incorporating all amends required both from a central and local market level. Manage the budgets for their brands ensuring all information is up to date for approving, raising POs and budget forecasting.
• Support- Optimise media investments on our brands and in our markets, improving media efficiencies and effectiveness working closely with the modelling team and analytic agency partners. Work directly within a media team of 9 people in Dublin but in direct contact with a considerably broader team across EU as well as being an integral part of the individual Pringles brand team.

We’re Looking For Somone With 

• Educated to degree level / business school graduate, or equivalent, with a minimum of 3+ years’ experience in media planning/buying across all media within an agency or marketing organisation.
• Work well as part of a team, with the capability to manage with influence at all levels and can build strong relationships with agency partners and marketing teams within Europe.
• Strong intercultural awareness and the ability to build “long distance” relationships is essential.

What’s Next

After you apply, your application will be reviewed by a real recruiter, so it may take us a few weeks to get back with you by email or phone. Visit our How We Hire page to get insights into our hiring process and more about what we offer.

Need assistance throughout the application or hiring process? Email European.recruitment@kellanova.com.

If you join our team, you’ll be rewarded for the difference you make. Our comprehensive benefits offer you the support you need through your life events, big or small. Visit our benefits page & be sure to ask your recruiter for more specific information.

Get to Know Us

At Kellanova, we are driven by our vision to be the world’s best-performing snacks-led powerhouse, unleashing the full potential of our differentiated brands and our passionate people. Our portfolio of iconic, world-class brands include Pringles, Cheez-It, Pop-Tarts, RKSquares, Special K, Krave, Tresor, Crunchy Nut, among others.

Kellanova’s Culture of Best means we bring our best to all that we do in pursuit of our vision to be the world’s best performing snacks-led powerhouse. Our culture celebrates boldness and empowers our people to challenge the status quo, achieve results, and win together.

Our focus on Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (ED&I) enables us to build a culture of belonging where all employees have a place at the table and are inspired to share their passion, talents and ideas to work.

Mars has agreed to acquire Kellanova in a combination that will shape the future of snacking! The transaction is anticipated to close towards the end of 2025 (subject to customary closing conditions, including regulatory approvals). The companies remain separate until closing. 

You can learn more at www.futureofsnacking.com and our hiring teams will be happy to discuss further questions if your application advances in the hiring process. 

We’re on a journey to be the best. You coming?

Kellanova is an Equal Opportunity Employer that strives to provide an inclusive work environment, a seat for everyone at the table, and embraces the diverse talent of its people. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. For more information regarding our efforts to advance Equity, Diversity & Inclusion, please visit our website here.