Marketing Communications Manager, Global Product Launches
LenovoMorrisville, north carolina, united statesUpdate time: May 3,2021
Job Description
Position Description:
Lenovo’s iconic ThinkPad brand is the best-selling business laptop of all
time. Over the last 15 years, Lenovo has relentlessly innovated and tested
devices to deliver on our promise of purposeful design and trusted quality.
Our commercial marketing team is looking for a self-driven marketing leader to
launch halo ThinkPad devices globally, driving ThinkPad brand affinity with
Gen Z and Millennials, creating desire for connected 5G ThinkPad devices
amongst IT decision makers, and preparing our sales forces to drive high
impact conversations with customers.
The ideal candidate will have proven experience launching 360 degree marketing
campaigns, with a strong focus on social and modern digital media formats. We
will consider applicants with a background in product marketing and setting go
to marketing strategy. The Marketing Communications Manager will oversee a
multi-million dollar marketing budget, from which they must define and execute
a global launch strategy for select halo ThinkPads. This should include
digital content campaigns, social and influencer programs, event
participation, sales enablement, training, and co-marketing programs with
industry partners.
This is a global and cross-functional role, driving a critical piece of
Lenovo’s $50B business.
Responsibilities:
• Work with global marketing stakeholders to create highly engaging marketing
campaigns that drive awareness & consideration for Millennial and older Gen Z
audiences, and full funnel tactics against IT Decision Makers
• Develop and execute digital-first marketing campaigns. Target customers
based on insights drawn from audience and market trend research, across the
customer decision journey.
• Drive desire for connected technology in business via 5G-enabled use cases.
• Be the central communications point to the GEO marketing team for ThinkPad
brand related marketing activities.
• Ensure design, branding, and tone are consistent across all integrated
campaigns
• Work closely with ThinkPad Product Marketing Manager to align consistent end
to end ThinkPad messaging.
• Skilled creative agency management
• Ability to quickly build consensus among the GEO organizations and business
partners and stakeholders.
• Strong metrics-based planning skills are a must. Track and report on ROI and
other metrics regarding overall marketing performance.
• Ability to be flexible and handle new task quickly and decisively.
• Partners management (Intel & MSFT) and POP (proof of performance) process
for reimbursement
• SOW management between procurement & Agency
• Travel requirements as needed
• Work closely with the ThinkStation and Solutions marketing teams to drive
joint engagements where required.
• Manage and report on an annual budget
Why Lenovo?
Lenovo is a US$50 billion Fortune Global 500 company, with 57,000 employees
and operating in 180 markets around the world. We are #1 PC company on the
planet, BCG's 50 most innovative companies, and one of Interbrand’s 100 BEST
global brands. Focused on a bold vision to deliver smarter technology for
all, we are developing world-changing technologies that create a more
inclusive, trustworthy and sustainable digital society. By designing,
engineering and building the world’s most complete portfolio of smart devices
and infrastructure, we are also leading an Intelligent Transformation – to
create better experiences and opportunities for millions of customers around
the world.
Learn more about why it’s great to work at Lenovo -
https://www.lenovobenefits.com/why-join-lenovo
#### Position Requirements:
• Bachelor’s degree in marketing, business or related field
• Minimum 5 years of marketing or agency experience and proven track record
executing successful B2B marketing programs
• Experience working in a global company / reaching global audiences
• Experience writing compelling creative briefs and managing a creative agency
• Ability to understand complex solutions and translate them into simple,
actionable messages.
• Advanced Powerpoint skills, proficient with Excel
• Direct and effective communication
• Strong attention to detail and results oriented
• Strong organizational, project management, analytical and quantitative
skills
• The ideal candidate would be a resourceful, self-motivated individual
willing to be flexible and adapt to changing requirements when needed
• Candidates must have strong critical-thinking and problem-solving skills
Preferred Qualifications:
\- Paid Media experience
\- Experience in marketing connected technology / 5G
\- Experience with database management, email marketing, marketing automation
systems, and CRM systems,
\- Experience in social media marketing highly desired
\- Technology background in either hardware or software highly
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.
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