Partner Marketing Manager

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Our actions are based on our core values, and a relentless desire to achieve our purpose – To Create Growth. We are excited to have you apply to work with us! “You Belong” is one of the MarketStar core values and we look forward to helping you find belonging and purpose here.

About the Partner Marketing Manager:

MarketStar currently has an opportunity available for a Partner Marketing Manager. The Partner Marketing Manager is the main AMD point of contact for several retail customers as well as for the marketing teams at two of our partner OEMs that design and manufacture notebook and desktop personal computers (PCs). The role will also work on media campaigns and events, manage hardware inventory for marketing activations and take on other projects as assigned.

Location: Austin, TX (Hybrid) 3 days per week in office required.

What will you do?

Manage select retail marketing relationships (40%)
Manage the AMD marketing relationship with select retail accounts, establishing working relationships with the marketing teams at those accounts
Partner closely with the AMD sales team to ensure that marketing is aligned to account sales goals
Plan activations with the retail accounts utilizing AMD marketing development funds (MDF); ensure that the budget is properly reserved in the AMD Marketing Performance Portal; manage retailer claims for marketing activations and work through discrepancies and issues
Ensure that retailers execute marketing activations according to plan. Collect proof-of-performance (POP) as activations take place
Report on retailer activations on a regular basis
Manage select OEM marketing relationships (20%)
Cultivate, broaden, and deepen OEM regional partner relationships with 2 OEM partners
Serve as the main POC for marketing information requests from these regional OEM partners, insuring timely responses back to the partner
Manage the regional marketing funding programs with regional OEM partners, including partnering with them on the planning, execution, reporting and invoicing of the funded activities
Funnel information to and create reports for the AMD Global OEM Marketing Team and the Regional Marketing Team related to regional OEM marketing plans and activities
Manage select media campaigns, events and other projects (40%)
Manage incoming and outgoing hardware (usually laptops), partnering with the AMD Demo Team to get systems set up properly for influencers, events and other activations
Represent the North America Consumer team in broader AMD events in North America (1-2 per year) This includes attending core team meetings and arranging for proper demos of AMD-powered PCs.
Assist team members with AMD-led campaigns, including media placements, influencers, experiential, and more. Work with the agency to ensure proper reporting for AMD-led campaigns
Take on other projects as assigned

Skills & Qualifications:

1-2 years of experience in the technology space and an interest in PC technology
1-2 years of experience in marketing, either in a large company or with an agency
Ability to plan and prioritize multiple priorities and tasks effectively
An understanding of current marketing strategies, tactics, and trends, especially digital
Creative problem solving and accountability
Strong attention to detail
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including Microsoft Office proficiency
Comfort with ambiguous situations and flexibility to change course based on new information or shifting business needs
Availability to travel 3-4 times a year
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or equivalent experience or training

MarketStar Benefits & Perks:

In our commitment to our “We Care” value, we believe in providing employees with valuable mental and physical well-being benefits including:

Paid Parental Leave
Paid Childcare/Dependent Care
Education Reimbursement
Mental Health Benefit
401(k) Match
4.5 weeks PTO and 7 paid holidays
Personal Loan Program
And comprehensive health and welfare plans

This is an exempt position

MarketStar is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and to compliance with all federal, state, and local laws that prohibit employment discrimination. Reasonable accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. If you are an individual with a disability and require reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the job application process, please contact us at talentacquisition@marketstar.com for assistance.

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