Suunto was founded in 1936 by Tuomas Vohlonen, a Finnish orienteer and inventor of liquid-filled field compass. Since then Suunto has been at the forefront of design and innovation for sports watches, dive computers and instruments, which are used by adventure seekers all over the globe. From the highest mountains to the deepest oceans, Suunto equips adventurers to conquer new territory. Suunto’s headquarters and manufacturing plant is in Vantaa, Finland.

We are looking for a Marketing Manager France & Benelux to join temporary (9 months - maternity leave) our local French team at Suunto. This is a remote position based in France.

Do you want to have a positive impact on the way people live an active and adventurous life? We, at Suunto, build the most reliable and robust products that our consumers take to their adventures in the deepest oceans and the highest mountains. We are now looking for a Marketing Manager France & Benelux to join our French local team. This is a great opportunity to contribute to the high-tech consumer solutions for global markets in a challenging technology environment.

With us you get an excellent working environment with great colleagues in the heart of sporting life. We strive to create a workplace characterized by our values – determined to win while showing team spirit, fair play and innovation.

As a Marketing Manager, you will be responsible of planning and executing Suunto marketing activities locally in FRANCE-BENELUX regions, based on Suunto’s global marketing strategy. This is a great opportunity for someone, who wants to work in an international, fast changing, and challenging technology environment close to the markets and to build Suunto brand even further. In this position you will have key role in building the Suunto brand and activate key marketing initiatives with selected customers in retail & etail. You are the one securing excellent Suunto product launches and marketing activities throughout the year. You will contribute with your expertise in defining local marketing toolbox requirements.

Key activities for the role are:

Creating the yearly marketing plan/ launch plans, Seasonal Campaigns based on global marketing strategy
Implementation & follow up of the marketing plans across sales channels
Responsible for the local Marketing budget and follow up
Reporting and progress updates of marketing key initiatives against pre agreed KPI’s
Securing high quality execution of planned marketing activities with selected local top retailers ensuring sales plan delivery, driving in-store excellence and sell-through
Develop and deliver to Key Customers & Media the toolkits to ensure consistency and quality of consumer experience
Responsible for the local POS together with the local sales team (production/follow up & delivery)
Coordinating local product trainings
Localizing and delivering commercial / product / launch Toolbox
Manage and establish strong relationships with external vendors (ie. PR agency, media, agencies)
Responsible for local event initiatives (product launch, product test, sports events…)
Managing local Ambassadors, Athletes, Partners, and Communities
Creating and designing the right mix of grassroots, event, digital and on ground tactical promotions
Reporting, providing progress updates of marketing key initiatives
Managing local SoMe account and its content

To succeed in this role, you:

You have a genuine interest in sports wearables and ideally you have already built a network in the outdoor sports industry. You enjoy working with people in a truly international environment. Tolerating and embracing change will help you succeed in this role. A proactive attitude, an open, positive, entrepreneurial and growth mindset will be key to thriving in this dynamic and ever-evolving role.

Qualities we are looking for:

University degree in marketing or other relevant qualification
5 years of experience in executing marketing initiatives and brand management
Experience in consumer goods business, sports and/or technology experience a plus
Experience in working in international matrix organizations is a plus
Strong marketing skills with a combination of strategic thinking, creativity, project management, communication, and innovation
Excellent communication and collaboration skills
Fluent English is a requirement (Company language is English)
Self-organized working style
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Valid driver’s license
Ability to travel domestic and abroad

What do we offer?

You will be part of the team within a fast-moving consumer wearables market and a leading and a well-known brand among the industry. With us you get an interesting and versatile working environment with great colleagues in the heart of sporting life. We strive to create a workplace with an atmosphere of passion and adventure. We continuously experiment with new technologies and introduce digital solutions to Suunto.

If you believe there’s a match with your profile and this role, apply as soon as possible - we are reviewing applications on a rolling basis and will hire as soon as we find the right candidate. Please share all documents in English and let us know your salary expectation.