Product Marketing Manager Supply Chain Planning And Demand Software - Executive Director Level, Other, West Rand. Amsterdam, The Netherlands 95 000 - 120 000USD + 20% Bonus + Great Ben.

Global provider of service-driven supply chain planning and demand software who helps companies around the world overcome demand volatility and supply chain complexity so they can deliver outstanding service to their customers and bottom line, seeks a Product Marketing Manager (Executive/Director Level), to work from their Amsterdam office. They will assist a South African in relocating and acquiring work permits. You will need to understand the buyers’ challenges and decision process and craft product messaging to drive increased market share and customer retention. The Product Marketing Manager is an influential, global position who will work cross-functionally and globally with multiple teams (internal teams, and customers’ and prospects’ teams) in order to deliver consistent and powerful sales enablement and marketing material across global outward-facing teams to generate and close opportunities. This position requires extensive international travel. This position requires relocation and is a permanent job.

The companies  benefits don't stop with competitive salaries, they also include comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life/disability insurance, commuter reimbursement, on-site fitness centre, flexible work schedules, career growth opportunities and most importantly, the opportunity to surround yourself with the very best and brightest from around the globe.

Requirements: Over 7 years B2B marketing experience. BA or higher in marketing, business or technology. Experience using Pragmatic Marketing, CEB/Gartner or similar product marketing and product launch methodology. Knowledge in supply chain management and enterprise software technology, as well as, familiar with North American supply chain thought leaders and organizations.

Demonstrated success in product launch planning, positioning and translating technical concepts into business-level information. Exceptional communication (written and oral) and interpersonal skills, with the ability to aligning cross-functional teams and grasp and explain complex concepts clearly and concisely. Creative and organized thinker, familiar with various product marketing techniques, such as competitive research and product launch.

Ability to create product-focused content quickly and comfortable conveying technical concepts at a business level. Self-starter, motivated, responsible and accountable. Willing to travel up to 30%.

Main Responsibilities: Define buyer personas and determine market messages. Support creation of the marketing plan including methods for customer acquisition as well as customer retention. Maintain product launch and incremental release communication plans. Deliver thought-leading mid-bottom funnel product content via events, blogs, eBooks, and other outlets.

Identify best opportunities for lead generation. Create standard product presentations and recorded demos. Work with customer advocacy manager to identify product references for industry and customer referrals and early adopters for new technology/products. Document the typical buying process and align sales process and marketing resources to it.

Facilitate channel training including competitive threats and related industry news. Arrange win/loss calls with product strategy and document/share findings. Monitor key competitor activity and create competitive positioning/battle cards. Helps train sales staff on messaging. Work with product strategy on product packaging, naming.

Email your CV to: anthonyjobs@wcp.co.za