Regional Marketing Manager - Spain, Portugal, Mexico and LATAM
Job Description:
Here at Rakuten Kobo Inc. we offer a casual working start-up environment and a group of friendly and talented individuals. Our employees rank us highly in terms of commitment to work/life balance. We realize that for our people to be innovative, creative and passionate they need to feel valued and supported. We believe in rewarding all our employees with competitive salaries, performance based annual bonuses, stock options and training opportunities.
If you’re looking for a company that inspires passion, personal, and professional growth – join Kobo and come help us on our mission of making reading lives better.
The Role:
Rakuten Kobo Inc. is looking for a Spain or Portugal-based Regional Marketing Manager to join our Sales and Marketing team! The team works in close collaboration with Kobo’s retail partners to deliver a best-in-class consumer experience of the Kobo brand through POS, partner advertising, promotions, and in-region ATL and BTL marketing, among other marketing related responsibilities.
Reporting to the Sr Regional Marketing Manager, the Regional Marketing Manager plays a vital role in leading and executing quarterly partner marketing plans, contributing to account management responsibilities, representing retail partner marketing interests internally, and being the day to day ‘face’ of Rakuten Kobo to the partner. Overall, you will be responsible for: driving Kobo eReader, accessory and gift card sales as well as eBook, audiobook and subscription sales, with a focus on bringing new customers into the Kobo ecosystem.
The Person:
The role requires a team player focused on delivery profitable results with a hands-on approach to delivering with speed, attention to detail and a passion for competing in the exciting but highly competitive world of digital reading. A candidate with a good combination of strategic, leadership and executional skills will thrive. This role will require some traveling within the region.
The ideal candidate must be fluent in Spanish, Portuguese and and English.
The Skillset:
Required:
- Strong fluency in Spanish, Portuguese and English (oral and written)
- Minimum 5 years marketing experience, with proven channel and online marketing experience. Ideally, hands-on experience of (trade) customer engagement
- Strong team player, with proven ability to influence at all levels
- Product marketing experience
- Digital marketing experience
- Strong analytical skills
- Creative thinker
- Effective presentation skills
Nice to Haves:
- Sales and/or Business Development experience
- Industry experience with technology, digital content and/or consumer electronics
The Perks:
- Flexible hours and remote working environment
- 4 extra long weekends around bank holiday weekends
- Full benefits starting from your first day
- Paid Volunteer days, unlimited sick days
- Monthly commuting allowance and internet allowance
- Flexible spending account
- Talent and development training budget
- Free Kobo device + free weekly e-book or audiobook
- Weekly Kobo Tech University sessions
- Maternity/paternity leave top up
About Rakuten Kobo Inc.
Owned by Tokyo-based Rakuten and headquartered in Toronto, Rakuten Kobo Inc. is one of the most advanced global ecommerce companies, with the world’s most innovative e-reading services offering more than 6 million eBooks and audiobooks to 30 million + customers in 190 countries. Kobo delivers the best digital reading experience through creative innovation, award-winning e-readers, and top-ranking mobile apps. Kobo is a part of the Rakuten group of companies.
Rakuten Kobo Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Accessibility accommodations for candidates with disabilities participating in the selection process are available on request. Any information received related to accommodation needs of applicants will be addressed confidentially.
Rakuten Kobo would like to thank all applicants for their interest in this role however only qualified candidates will be shortlisted.
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Join the dynamic team at Rakuten Kobo Inc. as a Regional Marketing Manager for Spain, Portugal, Mexico, and LATAM! This remote position is perfect for those with a passion for digital reading and a knack for driving marketing excellence. At Kobo, we foster a casual startup atmosphere where our talented team is committed to nurturing creativity, innovation, and work-life balance. As a key player in the Sales and Marketing team, you will collaborate closely with retail partners to craft a superior consumer experience for the Kobo brand. You'll be executing robust marketing strategies that encompass POS, retail promotions, and varied ATL/BTL marketing initiatives aimed at boosting sales of Kobo eReaders, accessories, gift cards, and digital content. Reporting to the Sr Regional Marketing Manager, you’ll take charge of innovative marketing plans that attract new customers to the Kobo ecosystem while maintaining strong partner relationships. We’re looking for a fluent Spanish and Portuguese speaker with at least 5 years of marketing experience, adept in both strategic execution and analytical thinking, ready to drive results in an exciting industry. If you're eager to contribute to a company that values your input and promotes personal growth while enjoying perks like remote work, flexible hours, and a supportive team culture, apply now to join Kobo in transforming reading experiences!
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