Trade Marketing Manager (UK) - Saucony

At Saucony, we exist for runners. Runners inspire us, bring us new ideas, force us to be better. They drive our design and engineering. They keep us competitive. They keep us hungry. They keep us honest. Whether it’s in a
conference room or out on a lunchtime run, we’re constantly talking about and arguing about our sport, runners and the products that fuel them. We love our products and we run in everything we make. This focus and passion fuels us as we strive to create the best running shoes and apparel on the planet. We leave work each day knowing we’ve done everything to make runners’ lives just a little bit better.
In the position of Trade Marketing Manager, your primary responsibility will be to develop and execute successful trade marketing plan for the region. A crucial aspect of this role involves establishing strong partnerships with our wholesale clients and bringing innovative Saucony brand experiences to life both in-store and online.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead the wholesale marketing activities in the UK/IE region
• Collaborate with the commercial team to co-create seasonal trade launch materials for the brand
• Develop and synchronize strategic, consumer-centric business plans in coordination with stakeholders
• Implement effective marketing strategies to strengthen the long-term channel champion program and distribute seasonal POS campaigns successfully
• Execute customized campaigns specifically tailored to target consumers of our wholesale partners, aligned with the seasonal brand campaign objectives
• Build and keep strong relationships with wholesale partners
• Implement educational deliverables for wholesale partners, online and offline
• Any other duties as reasonably requested

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

• Experience in outdoor/sports/footwear/fashion industry preferred
• Demonstrates a strong understanding of the market and commercial awareness
• An excellent communicator who effectively engages with both internal and external stakeholders
• Strong organizational and motivational skills.
• Progressive and creative.
• Excellent organisation and planning skills with the ability to manage and drive projects from design to execution.
• Strong IT skills including Social Media, MS Office.  Adobe Photoshop, Premiere Pro and other Creative Suite tools strongly preferred.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships both internally and externally.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills and fluent in English and local language.
• Ability to multi-task, while maintaining attention to detail. 

WORKING CONDITIONS

Normal office environment, travel within the region will be required.

Must be willing to spend occasional nights away.

Must be prepared to work occasional weekends if needed.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills which may be required.

Wolverine Worldwide, Inc. is committed to creating a company that is as diverse as our consumers. We value the differences in one another and believe our differences make us stronger. Our diverse and inclusive corporate culture starts with the recruitment process. We are committed to being an equal opportunity employer. We aim to create equal opportunities for our associates, customers, and suppliers regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other legally protected characteristic.