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Nigel Wright
Head of Marketing - Nordic
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Lindt has delighted chocolate lovers all over the world since 1845.During 170 years of Lindt & Sprüngli's existence, the company has produced chocolate and chocolate related products. Nothing else. Generations of thrilled, imaginative, enthusiastic and inventive employees have built the company to what it is today: the world’s leading producer in premium chocolate.Within the last 10 years, Lindt has succeeded in fundamentally reshaping the chocolate market in the Nordics. From having been a niche player, Lindt has quickly grown into the 2nd biggest supplier in the chocolate tablets & pralines market in the Sweden and is one of the fastest growing chocolate companies in the rest of the region. By far, we consider Lindt to be the most shining name within the premium chocolate category. Lindt’s key brands EXCELLENCE and LINDOR have quickly reached stronghold status in their field of business and are appreciated by millions of Swedes and Scandinavians on a regular basis. This is a unique opportunity to take a leading role within one of the fastest developing international FMCG businesses within the Nordic hemisphere which has seen consistent double digit growth since inception. As part of Lindt’s long-term regional expansion strategy, the company is continuously increasing efforts in neighbouring markets Finland, Norway & Denmark. At the same time, the heart of the operation is in Sweden. The Marketing Manager is expected to contribute to major long-term decision making process and will have a significant role in shaping the future of the company in the Nordic Region. Responsibilities: Overall marketing responsibility for Sweden, Finland & Norway - The Marketing Manager is responsible for developing, implementing and the continuous monitoring of all marketing plans within the entire Nordic area. The plans for the respective markets and brands will need to reflect the overall strategic goals established by the Lead Team and the general outlines defined by Lindt’s head office in Switzerland. Direct responsibility for the development, implementation and revision of media plans in all relevant markets - in today’s cluttered communication environment, effective communication with the target groups is business critical. “Shopper Insight” - the Marketing Manager will need to build and expand Lindt’s “shopper insight” and how to implement findings in a customer specific category management. Management - The Marketing Manager is the direct superior of the entire Marketing Team (5 people) and is in charge of all coordination and advisory functions towards the direct reports. The Manager is involved actively in the daily business and understands that the manager’s operational engagement is of high significance for Lindt in the Nordic markets. Budgeting - Department cost budgets, Advertising budgets, Consumer promotion budgets Person description: For this role we are looking for a candidate with a strong drive and interest to develop in a dynamic environment. We see that you have the following background: ​ 360° marketing skills; FMCG or relevant business experience with an impressive track record; Profound know-how of today’s media environment and a convincing plan how to cope with it; Category management / shopper insight experience; Feeling very comfortable with working on a Nordic level with the given complexities; Strong communication skills and the ability to represent the organisation also towards top level executives and decision makers; Experience of managing, motivating and developing small to medium sized teams International mind-set with both Swedish & English languages (further Nordic languages beneficial) Ability to travel weekly within Nordics & at times internationally We look forward to speaking further with you regarding this unique opportunity to join Lindt! Please send in your application through our website. Ansök via denna länk.
Nigel Wright specialises primarily in the appointment of commercial, operations and support professionals for national and international consumer products and services companies across the globe. Our business has evolved with the consumer sector and we now service clients across a range of industries including FMCG, Durables, Utilities and Online businesses around the world.
Nigel Wright specialises primarily in the appointment of commercial, operations and support professionals for national and international consumer products and services companies across the globe. Our business has evolved with the consumer sector and we now service clients across a range of industries including FMCG, Durables, Utilities and Online businesses around the world.