Interim Global Marketing Manager

We are looking for a Wholesale Marketing Manager to join the marketing team at Scotch & Soda to cover maternity leave for 5-6 months, starting as per mid-july 2022. We are looking for someone with experience in the fashion industry. Our Marketing team is responsible for all marketing initiatives across the brand, worldwide. This includes, but is not limited to, activities within Wholesale including nation wide distributors, franchise stores, online pure players, department stores and specialty stores. Our Marketing team is located at our beautiful canal facing office in Amsterdam.

As our Wholesale Marketing Manager you will be responsible for managing the global marketing activities within the wholesale network working with online pure players, department stores and specialty stores. Responsible to create and maintain a strong liaison between HQ and regional marketeers as well as coordinate and manage those regional markets with regards to wholesale activity. Some specific day-to-day responsibilities will include the below:

• Create and own global annual wholesale marketing activation plan and manage global budgets while overseeing and allocating regional WHS budgets
• Planning, managing and executing the wholesale marketing activations – from windows, pop-ups, sponsorships, store openings and marketing partnerships to newsletters, banners and (social media) campaigns - in close collaboration with regional marketing managers
• Partner with regional Marketing teams to identify how to tailor seasonal and promotional messages to remain relevant to local customer needs, while still remaining consistent with the overall brand experience
• Building and maintaining the client network by engaging and fostering relationships with key global wholesale accounts
• Manage the delivery of brand and promotional /assets (incl. windows) including making sure all partners have access to the right assets
• Ensure projects are delivered on brand, on time and on budget across markets
• Manage external platforms. I.e. Online data asset management tool
• Manage production of all-seasonal special projects. I.e. Gifting program, wrapping materials.

Skills & Experience Required:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience working in similar roles in wholesale marketing
• Available for 4-5 days a week
• Experience in the fashion industry is a must
• Experience at both global and local levels preferred
• Strong Project Management skills, ability to adjust to multiple demands, shifting priorities flexibly while maintaining a positive work attitude. Able to work on multiple projects at the same time and perfectly capable of working under pressure
• Exceptional capacity to work across teams and foster relationships within the organization as well as with third party partners with the ability to effectively manage timelines and coordinate internal and external teams to deliver results
• Team player with the ability to work under own initiative and the ability to push ideas
• Creative, analytical, innovative and willing to contribute ideas and professional opinion
• Quick apprehension, proactivity and a hands-on mentality with willingness to take over responsibilities
• Solutions and deadline driven with a sharp eye for detail
• Excellent communications skills
• Excellent Excel, Power Point and keynote skills
• Excellent written and oral English skills
• Currently based in The Netherlands

LOTS TO LOVE

Come work with us and enjoy the following benefits:

• A highly collective creative and welcoming environment, a diverse and inclusive culture, and an atmosphere for professional development
• To work in the most desirable offices in Amsterdam
• A 39hour working week, Fridays end at 4PM
• All Apple equipment
• 28 holiday days per year
• Onefit subscription for EUR29 a month (instead of EUR65)
• Amazing company drinks, events and parties
• Employee discounts. 28% online and in store and access to our Friends&Family sale
• Access to great company benefits around parenthood and wellbeing
• Professional help with your relocation (if applicable)
• A collective health insurance with a discount for Scotch employees and their families
• Full coverage of public transportation if you live outside Amsterdam
• A competitive salary and a annual 8% holiday pay
• A pension scheme which is 2/3 funded by Scotch & Soda