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Principal, Commerce & Data Marketing

Who We Are:


At Brooks, we believe movement is the key to feeling more alive. That’s why we’re driven to create gear and experiences that take people to the place that makes them feel more alive — whether it’s a headspace, a feeling, or a finish line.

 

Everyone who works at Brooks is propelled by a company culture that sparks excitement, fuels collaboration, inspires creativity, and ignites innovation.

 

Our brand values help bond us together and drive our success:

 

·       Runner First  

We act in the best interest of the runner

 

·       Word is Bond 

We do what we say we’ll do

 

·       Champion Heart  

We give our all in everything we do  

 

·       There is no “I” in Run

We stay generous with our humanity

 

·       Keep Moving

We find ways to move every day, because joy is kinetic!

 

We welcome everyone from every walk of life looking to inspire others through the power of movement — because we’re all moving towards something. Let’s run there.   


Your Job:


As the Principal, Commerce & Data Marketing, you will partner with your manager in developing and leading Brooks’ demand generation strategies focusing on Affiliate and Direct Mail marketing to both retain and acquire new customers to the brand while also helping to increase brand awareness and drive business results for BR.com. You will also partner with leads across the Paid Media team to develop and hone our audience data marketing strategies and projects including rolling these out to your owned channels.  As a key leader on the NA Paid Media Team, you’ll be accountable for helping to develop and implement our data strategies and overseeing tactical execution and optimizations across multiple channels/programs including affiliate, partner marketing, referral marketing, and direct mail in addition to NA Paid Media Data Marketing projects.

 

You will be accountable for external vendors and agency management, ensuring the channels are meeting and exceeding brand and performance KPIs to drive the business. You will lead cross-functionally building relationships to drive the business across Product Marketing, Brand Marketing, Digital Marketing, Integrated Marketing, E-commerce, Creative, and Digital Products teams to support programming and attain target KPIs across channel. The ideal candidate is one who is effective at collaboration, communication, performance, and is curious to learn something new every day, challenging the norm. Success in this role means being a high-impact business contributor, growing cross functional leadership skills, and driving strategy in a highly collaborative and data conscious environment.  


Responsibilities:
  • Own the Affiliate Program strategy and expand program to content, influencers, and partner networks to drive incremental revenue, grow runners one digital referral at a time, and open new marketing/advertising opportunities for the brand
  • Own the direct-to-consumer mail strategy and process, completing the brief, pagination, and creative execution with cross-functional teams
  • Own tactical planning for key marketing campaigns (Tier 2,3) for affiliate and direct mail programs
  • Partner with other paid media team members to help inform data needs for seasonal tactical planning and seasonal strategy development in partnership with your manager for demand generation-based channels
  • Manage partner agencies and external vendors, providing them with clear direction and strategic leadership
  • Own request process for program creative needs and contribute to design feedback in partnership with manager for direct mail campaigns
  • Support paid media audience led data projects including strategies for utilization of 1st, 2nd and 3rd party audience data
  • Support launch of referral marketing program, in close partnership with manager, Loyalty, E-commerce and Digital Products teams
  • Own budget management for programs including quarterly/yearly forecasting and modeling in partnership with agencies/external vendors
  • Assist manager in developing the quarterly budget plans and monthly targets, and approach agile budget planning process based on the business flows
  • Pull data, analyze, draw insights, and clearly communicate campaign results to team members and provide recommendations to improve spending and inform optimizations
  • Analyze eCommerce-based campaign performance data, reporting weekly key KPIs and providing actionable insights to meet business goals
  • Develop test and learn opportunities across all programs with aligned KPIs
  • Own measurement and reporting on all affiliate related programs, as well as direct mail (close partnership with Paid Media agencies, data vendors and Analytics.
  • Monitor and report a detailed monthly dashboard of KPIs to all stakeholders on the broader marketing team
  • Work cross-functionally with internal teams (including Digital Products, Integrated Marketing, Creative, eCommerce, Analytics, Integrated Marketing, and IT) and external vendors to lead delivery of key programs, campaigns, and workstreams
  • Develop and define the tools and metrics to measure, report and optimize our investments
  • Exhibits initiative to look beyond the everyday business to look for opportunities to maximize sales potentials
  • Other responsibilities as required


Qualifications:
  • Bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, communications or equivalent experience required
  • 10+ years of experience executing digital customer experiences, with preference for consumer brands driving performance programs
  • 5+ years’ experience working within an eCommerce, Digital Marketing and/or Paid Media team
  • Curious mindset with a bias towards action to move ideas into reality
  • Ability to create a vision, define new ways of thinking, create new roadmaps and concepts, navigate ambiguity, define, and execute test/learn scenarios and influence stakeholders
  • Ability to run independent analyses and access data to create strategies to drive the brand
  • Proactively seeks creative solutions to increase demand and look holistically at the consumer journey
  • High level of proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Power Point and strong aptitude to learn technical applications quickly. Experience with Tableau and Adobe Analytics a plus
  • Experience with JIRA, Smartsheet, or other project management tools a plus
  • Excellent interpersonal, listening, and communication skills - you can use verbal and written communication to express ideas clearly, and succinctly, including slide composition
  • Able to organize and prioritize workload to meet deadlines, flexible and adaptive to changing priorities
  • Demonstration of innovation and initiative; always looking at improving our products and processes while also displaying a willingness to dive into the details and help wherever necessary
  • Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams to achieve necessary results
  • Strong runner focus/ability to anticipate and react to runner needs
  • Embraces and lives the Brooks values!


Compensation: The pay range for this position, based out of the Brooks Seattle HQ, is $131,662 - $210,680 per year. Base pay offered will vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.  


Other:

Brooks is proud to offer a robust benefits package to our employees and their families!

Benefits- including medical, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance, disability insurance, HSA and employer contribution, FSA, family & fertility assistance, 401K Savings Plan and match, employee assistance program, and transportation assistance.

Paid Time Off- Brooks offers generous time off including five weeks of paid time off, eleven paid holidays, paid sick and parental leave.

Bonus-in addition to base pay, Brooks employees may also be offered an annual bonus based on company performance.

Perks- including product discounts, employee recognition, fitness discounts, volunteer and donation benefits.


Location- You will spend at least 3 days per week in our Seattle offices, as we believe our organization flourishes when connections, collaboration, creativity, problem-solving, and celebrations happen in person.


At Brooks, we celebrate diversity & equity. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment, and encourage people of all backgrounds, perspectives, experiences, and skills to apply. Brooks is proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, two-spirit identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, the presence of a physical, mental, or sensory disability, marital status, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), caste, citizenship or immigration status, honorably discharged veteran or military status, actual or perceived victims of domestic violence, harassment, sexual assault or stalking, HIV or Hepatitis C infection, political ideology, use of a trained service animal by a person with a disability, or on any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law, or any other non-merit based factors.

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What You Should Know About Principal, Commerce & Data Marketing, Brooks Running

At Brooks, we're all about movement and creating experiences that inspire people to feel truly alive. We’re on the lookout for a Principal in Commerce & Data Marketing who can take the lead in driving our demand generation strategies while ensuring our brand remains top of mind for both new and returning customers. In this role, you'll collaborate with teammates across various departments, from Product to Digital Marketing, to build innovative marketing campaigns that reach runners everywhere. You'll own the Affiliate Program strategy and expand our direct mail initiatives, engaging with agencies and vendors to ensure we meet and exceed our KPIs. If you're someone who thrives in a collaborative environment, embraces challenges, and is not shy about diving deep into data to draw actionable insights, this is the perfect role for you! Join us in shaping the future of Brooks by making connections and helping runners everywhere to thrive. Salary ranges from $131,662 to $210,680 based on your experience, and we offer an extensive benefits package alongside ample paid time off. If you have a passion for running and a professional drive to create lasting impact through marketing strategies, let’s connect and explore how you can be part of our dynamic team!

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) for Principal, Commerce & Data Marketing Role at Brooks Running
What are the main responsibilities of the Principal, Commerce & Data Marketing at Brooks?

As a Principal, Commerce & Data Marketing at Brooks, you'll be responsible for developing and leading innovative demand generation strategies focused on Affiliate and Direct Mail marketing. You will also oversee the Affiliate Program strategy and manage external vendors and agencies to achieve brand goals and performance KPIs.

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What qualifications are required to apply for the Principal, Commerce & Data Marketing position at Brooks?

To apply for the Principal, Commerce & Data Marketing role at Brooks, candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in business, marketing, or communications, with 10+ years of experience in digital customer experiences and at least 5 years in an eCommerce, Digital Marketing, or Paid Media team.

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How does the Principal, Commerce & Data Marketing role support brand growth at Brooks?

This role significantly impacts brand growth by devising strategies that leverage data to enhance customer acquisition and retention. By expanding marketing programs and optimizing campaign performance, the Principal helps increase brand awareness, drive incremental revenue, and contribute to holistic brand success.

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What skills are essential for success as the Principal, Commerce & Data Marketing at Brooks?

Successful candidates will exhibit strong analytical skills, excellent communication abilities, and a collaborative spirit. A curious mindset is essential, along with proficiency in tools like Microsoft Excel, Power Point, and experience with analytics platforms like Tableau and Adobe Analytics.

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What is the company culture like at Brooks for the Principal, Commerce & Data Marketing?

At Brooks, the culture is all about excitement, collaboration, and innovation. As a Principal, you'll be part of a team that embodies our values—acting in the best interest of runners and building inclusive, supportive relationships across various departments to achieve shared goals.

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Brooks Running Company sells its performance footwear, apparel, sports bras and accessories in more than 50 countries worldwide. Brooks’ purpose is to inspire everyone to run and be active by creating innovative gear designed to keep runners runni...

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