Vendor Marketing Manager

Description

The company is a leading global distributor and solutions aggregator for the IT ecosystem, helping partners get more value from their IT investments.

The Nordic marketing team is hiring a marketing executive to work with vendor partners, internal Business Units and the wider Nordic marketing organisation.

You will plan, run and measure marketing campaigns across the vendor portfolio in all Nordic countries.

You will develop initiatives that support strategic priorities, drive sales and deliver measurable return on investment.

You will own marketing projects from start to finish, including campaign planning, vendor funding talks, budget control and ROI reporting.

Responsibilities

• Build and keep strong relationships with vendor partners, Business Units and internal stakeholders.
• Plan and deliver quarterly campaigns with the relevant Business Units and vendors.
• Negotiate vendor marketing funding and make sure available budgets are well used.
• Run several marketing projects at once, keeping them on time and on budget.
• Track campaign performance and report on ROI and results.
• Help grow marketing income and the profitability of the Business Unit.
• Write, edit and review marketing copy and campaign content.
• Contribute creative ideas for campaign concepts, messaging and design.
• Manage external suppliers, making sure relevant third parties are onboarded correctly and reviewed regularly.
• Help administer Proof of Execution (POE) documents when needed.
• Make sure all marketing activity meets the company policies and compliance rules.
• Join regular meetings with marketing colleagues across the Nordics, sharing good practice and finding ways to work more efficiently.
• Take part in local, regional and central marketing projects and contribute to them.

Requirements

• At least 3+ years of relevant marketing experience, ideally in B2B, technology, distribution or vendor settings.
• A university degree in marketing, business, communications or a related field.
• Fluency in at least 1 Nordic language is required, along with professional working proficiency in English, written and spoken.
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to juggle several campaigns, stakeholders and deadlines at once.
• A commercial outlook, with an understanding of marketing budgets, ROI, business value and campaign performance.
• Strong stakeholder management and relationship-building skills.
• Confidence negotiating with vendors and external partners.
• Strong copywriting, editing and communication skills.
• Good analytical skills, with close attention to detail and accuracy.
• Comfort working with data, reporting and marketing performance metrics.
• A proactive, collaborative approach and comfort in an international, Nordic setting.
• Candidates who do not meet every requirement are still encouraged to apply.

Conditions

The role covers all Nordic countries.

The company supports diversity, equity and inclusion and welcomes applications from all backgrounds.

Benefits

• Work in a dynamic, international environment at one of the world's leading IT distributors.
• Work with some of the largest technology vendors in the industry.
• Collaborate with experienced teams across the Nordics and Europe.
• Access professional development and career progression opportunities.
• A collaborative culture where your ideas, ownership and contributions can have real impact.
• Elective benefits tailored to your country, to suit your lifestyle.
• Formal leadership and professional development programmes, plus many on-demand courses to keep your skills current.
• Well-being support through seminars, events and the global Life Empowerment Assistance Program, covering financial, physical and mental health.
• Inclusive education, peer-to-peer conversations and equitable growth opportunities as part of the diversity programme.
• An onboarding programme that helps you meet other new colleagues within your first 30 days.
• Peer-led inclusive communities and activities, including business resource groups, local volunteering and environmental and social initiatives.