Marketing Manager

The Absolut Company (TAC) consists of 500 talented employees from all over the world and is part of the Pernod Ricard Group. The Absolut Company is responsible for the global production, Innovation, Strategic Marketing of Absolut Vodka, Malibu and Kahlúa. At The Absolut Company, we offer positions in our fun, high-performing teams that love what we do. You will be part of a global organization, working with iconic brands in a world-class learning environment. We are a proud company with a genuine Passion for progression and company values; We are TAC - Together – Audacious – Committed.
We are looking for a driven and passionate Marketing Manager, Brand Strategy & Planning
Absolut is a leading premium vodka brand. Every bottle comes from One Source, Åhus in southern Sweden. Our wheat is grown exclusively by local farmers, our water comes from a local well and the community is home to our own distillery and bottling plant. This local community has a proud vodka-making heritage as vast as ours. Our One Source, One Community commitment means we have complete control over 100% of the production chain and can ensure that the high standards are consistently met in every bottle produced.

ABOUT THE ROLE
As part of the Absolut global brand team, the Marketing Manager will support the development and implementation of the Absolut brand strategy in collaboration with marketing expert functions, drive markets and organizational stakeholders. He/she will also lead and support on the Pernod-Ricard and TAC brand planning cycle as well as other high-profile strategic projects.


Support the development and implementation of the global Absolut brand strategy. This includes brand positioning, master brand identity, and other brand fundamentals as required. It also encompasses being a champion for the Absolut global strategy to ensure all cross-functional teams (TAC, regional hubs, and market affiliates) have a clear and common understanding of our strategic direction.
Lead key transformational projects, as well as support other transversal projects as a strategic partner (scoping, analysing, briefing, etc.). Coordinate implementation in collaboration with key stakeholders at TAC, HQ, regional hubs, and markets as needed.
Drive the Absolut brand planning and long-range planning workstreams, including annual budget plans and executive reviews. Track and analyse trends, competitors & consumer insights to help identify new business opportunities.
Partner on the development of expert teams’ (comms, channel, digital, etc.) briefs in close collaboration with counterparts from respective teams. Partner with Consumer Insights on Absolut’s closeness agenda (brand equity reporting, consumer councils, etc.). Act as the marketing point of contact on our sustainability strategy.
Coordinate internal engagement efforts on Absolut and provide inspirational information to the broader Absolut marketing team on relevant topics.
Support on ad hoc business request including strategic presentations to senior leadership.

ABOUT YOU
Academic & Professional experience required


University Degree, most likely Business or Communication.
Solid strategic and/or operational marketing experience
Minimum 8-10 years’ experience in Brand Management, Strategic Planning, Consumer Insights, or related marketing discipline.
Ability to travel.
English spoken and written with great proficiency.



Required Competencies
Can do attitude and highly motivated self-starter, that is structured and able to prioritize
Strong results focus – a proven ability to work around obstacles to achieve business goals
Critical thinker and problem solver – high competent in defining root problems and identifying solutions
Clear and concise communicator – a talent of explaining complex topics in a simple way
Authenticity & capacity to maneuver a wide group of stakeholders, various personality types & different cultures with an ability to build lasting relationships

OUR OFFER
Here at The Absolut Company, we let contradictions meet. We are a middle-sized, proud Swedish company that stands for strong values and at the same time, we are part of a huge global group that offers new international connections every day with a possibility of an international career. Here you will meet innovation in a company with more than 100 years of history.
You are welcome to The Absolut Company for who you are. We believe that an inclusive workplace with diversity of experiences and perspectives creates a vibrant work environment and mirrors our global consumers.


APPLICATION
If this role resonates with you, don’t hesitate to apply. We look forward to hearing from you!
We will be reviewing applications on an ongoing basis, so please send your application as soon as possible.