Manager, International Marketing

Job Location: ​Chicago​

Chicago HQ (hybrid) 

Want to make an impact?

The International Marketing Manager will have the opportunity to substantially influence Ferrara’s growth trajectory and elevation as a global leader.  

 

Reporting to the Head of International Marketing, the International Marketing Manager will be charged with liaising with Global and Local teams to develop best-in-class marketing plans and processes.

 

The role is based in Chicago, Illinois and will require 25-30% travel.

Ways you will make a difference

• Leads portfolio development and management in-line with 5-year strategic plans across markets, including motivating cross-functional commercialization team to build a concise international portfolio and meet launch deadlines 
• Translate brand growth objectives into an annual plan to drive the right objectives across each market and in totality
• In partnership with local markets and relevant cross functional teams, build & deliver the annual marketing plans inclusive of a prioritized mix of marketing activities & investment levels supporting brand launches and continued growth
• Lead international agency relationships and ecosystem, leveraging the scale of Ferrara to disrupt the confection category globally 
• Drive projects forward with a culture of collaboration, with multiple stakeholders including local markets and counterparts in manufacturing, operations, finance, R&D, commercialization and supply 
• Liase with brand counterparts to drive global brand platforms, executing global brands with consistency and excellence
• Support the on-going management, continued evolution, and application of the international growth strategy, providing respective inputs into key senior level decision forums 
• Preparation for relevant senior leadership share outs 

Skills that will make you successful

• Strong leadership: ability to inspire, motivate, and guide resources to a common goal and vision
• Exceptional interpersonal skills: empathy, integrity, enthusiasm, collaborative, driving consensus
• Strong written and oral communication skills. Strong listening skills and ability to work with senior leaders – inside and outside of the organization - to understand their goals and objectives
• Strategic thinking: able to “see around corners”, synthesize insights from disparate data sources, and form convicted, high-accountability recommendations
• Desire to be a supportive and proactive business partner across the organization

Experiences that will support your success

• Bachelors degree, MBA preferred
• 5-7 years experience in Marketing or applicable consulting roles
• CPG industry expertise required with a preference in fast moving consumer goods
• Experience working on international, multicultural projects
• Bilingual a plus 

 

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