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Job Function:
The primary responsibility of the Marketing Manager – International is to execute clear and powerful marketing strategies and tactics that focus on business growth within Europe and via partnerships with international distributors.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
 Work with the Senior Marketing Manager to build strategies and plans which will drive the brand and business growth within international markets.
 Execute all international marketing activities, including:
o Consumer events,
o Trade events,
o Retail partnership programs,
o Advertising,
o Promotions,
o Market research,
o Distributor partnership programs.
 Develop and monitor an annual budget for international marketing activities.
 Assist in setting direction for marketing projects by gathering input from consumers, customers, trade contacts, sales force and competitive analysis.
 Consult and coordinate with managers of sales, product development, and other disciplines to further the company’s progress in international markets.
 Work with the European Sales Manager to coordinate the seasonal European Sales Conferences for AFG.
 Ensure projects are completed on time and within budget.
 Translation requirements for international markets.
 All other tasks and duties as assigned

Leadership/Cultural Responsibilities:
 Contribute to an environment of trust and mutual respect
 Maintain a strong commitment to teamwork and concern for others
 Seek growth and learning opportunities
 Maintain a high level of personal responsibility and ownership
 Use effective communication and listening skills
 Maintain a high level of personal accountability and integrity
 Provide a clear and consistent vision, goals and strategies that are aligned with the core values and company philosophies of the company.


Minimum Qualifications:
 Bachelor’s Degree in marketing or business
 2+ years of experience with events management
 Knowledge of marketing communications via study or work experience
 Fluent in English and German
 Capable of managing multiple projects autonomously in an unstructured environment - an experienced project manager with a successful track record of meeting time lines and budget requirements.
 Proven brand experience with a premium consumer brand
 Passion for the fitness lifestyle and our core cycling and running consumers
 Creativity: the ability to make big marketing ideas out of small budgets
 Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
 Experience managing outside agencies.
 Experience building and managing budgets.
 Strong computer knowledge including Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook.
 A valid passport is required.

Additional Qualifications:
• Experience with retail merchandising and training
• Specialty channel experience and understanding
• Desire and ability to contribute to and enhance SUGOI’s unique culture, philosophy and core values.
• A team player that can partner with internal and external teams.
• A strong entrepreneurial and innovative approach to conducting business.
• Other languages desirable
• Must possess passion, versatility, personal maturity, “can-do” attitude, and self-confidence to be a “change agent,” commitment, dedication, self-motivation, detail-orientation and a sense of humor


Physical Demands:
• Sitting at desk and in meetings.
• Assisting in event and trade show booth assembly, lifting objects of various size and weight.
• Travel for partner visits, trade shows, and marketing events;
• The person in this position will be required to work in a fast-paced office setting with frequent interruptions and with the need to deal with a great diversity of people.
• Standard work hours begin at 6am and finish at 3pm, regular attendance is required – the reason for such hours is to deal with European countries.
• It is estimated 4 months of the year will be spent travelling throughout Europe to complete the job requirements.


Remuneration:
• $55,000 CAD per annum – no negotiation
• 2 weeks annual vacation

• Location: 144 East 7th ave
• Compensation: Salary Range $45,000 - $60,000 CAD per annum
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