Position Description: About Lenovo Lenovo is a multi-billion Fortune Global 500 company and a global technology leader in driving Intelligent Transformation through smart devices and infrastructure that create the best user experience. Lenovo manufactures one of the world’s widest portfolio of connected products, including smartphones (Motorola), tablets, PCs (ThinkPad, Yoga, Lenovo Legion) and workstations as well as AR/VR devices and smart home/office solutions. Lenovo’s data center solutions (ThinkSystem, ThinkAgile) are creating the capacity and computing power for the connections that are changing business and society. Lenovo works to inspire the difference in everyone and build a smarter future where everyone thrives. We are looking for an EMEA Marketing Education Manager located in Italy, and in this role you will : • Oversee the implementation of EDU Strategy definition – with the support of the LENOVO EMEA EDU Marketing Director - the whole Education solution framework including products, solution & services, to be successful in the market • Design, implement and execute programs that have the aim to support business growth involving all the relevant internal stakeholders • Work closely with WW EDU Team, EMEA Product Team to align on the campaigns/initiatives and to better support EMEA Edu Business and EDU Mktg Strategy • Engage EDU stakeholders in Public/Private Entities, Schools and Universities • Contributing to creation of a pan-European content strategy including leading the production of creative assets, EDU messaging, business successful cases • Be accountable and supportive in Media Briefing, any implementation of proper content on lenovo.com • Be accountable and support EDU Events/Initiatives or related requests from EMEA and local teams • Be in charge of monitoring competition’s behavior and their market approach in order to identify and leverage on Lenovo plus and recognize gaps to cover • Be in charge of deploying alliances programs to the channel, as well as to relationship teams #### Position Requirements: Mandatory Requirements: • Deep knowledge of the education market and main commercial Target Audiences (Resellers and Education Buyers). It will be considered a plus, if you have a proven understanding of consumer Target Groups (i.e. Students and Families). • Proven marketing experience in EDU vertical market (3-5 years) in an international environment • Marketing & Communication roles in ICT Brands or in Publishers/Agencies specialized in EDU • Excellent communication skills both verbal and written in English • Relevant Bachelor’s Degree or similar level through experience or graduate across any discipline • Excellent capability to manage budget • Business driven skill Other Requirements: • Excellent interpersonal, influencer skills and a collaborative management style. • Excellent computer skills and proficient in excel, word, outlook, and databases • Collaborative work style and commitment to get the job done • Ability to challenge and debate issues of importance to the organization. • Ability to look at situations from several points of view • High comfort level working in a diverse, fast-paced environment • Present in EMEA HQ Office (in Milano) at least 3 days per week (after pandemic) • Travelling across EMEA Countries to attend Events and Meeting (after pandemic) Behaviors & Work Attitude: • Able to analyze and interpret market data to provide insights and trends • Able to present information in a concise way • Able to align people and influence decision making • Able to work under pressure of fast market demands • Have self-starting capability • Prioritize customer focus • Be a team player and bring people together • Can do attitude, always aiming and striving to win What Lenovo can offer you: • An exciting job with great opportunities for success • A good potential to grow both professionally and personally • You will be a part of the Number 1 PC vendor in the world. • Very nice and stimulating environment • Performance based rewards Lenovo is an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any federal, state, or local protected class. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any federal, state, or local protected class.