New Balance Athletic Shoe, Inc.:
North America Integrated Marketing Manager, Running Job in Brighton, VT

North America Integrated Marketing Manager, Running APPLY NOW Job ID R18277 New Balance was founded on one simple maxim: we were born to move. For over a century, that idea has inspired us to support athletes of all kinds in their pursuit of excellence, whether that means winning a medal or just leading a more active lifestyle.But as proud as we are of our history, we’re even more excited about our future. We innovate fearlessly, guided by our core values and driven by the belief that conventions were meant to be challenged. We seek leaders and pioneers – those kindred spirits who follow only their passions — because tomorrow belongs to the courageous of today.Join us in upholding a culture of integrity, teamwork, and community. Join New Balance and declare your independence. JOB MISSION: The North America Integrated Marketing Manager - Running will be the overall lead for Running in North America.  This role is the owner and hub for all Running marketing in North America, setting the overall strategy/vision and leading cross-functional teams through execution.  This role serves as the main integrator and connector of all things Running in North America, ensuring we drive one cohesive strategy and creative expression, and maximize all regional Running investments.  This is an essential role for New Balance to achieve its objective of being the world’s best Running brand.  MAJOR ACCOUNTABILITIES: • Be the owner and integrator across all things Running in North America• Drive connection, integration, and one cohesive brand approach across all Running marketing activity and functions in the region (including Events, Content Creation / Digital, DTC & Wholesale channels, PR, Sports Marketing / Sponsored Athletes, and Paid Media) • Oversee and own accountability for all Running marketing budget in the region, ensuring all investments made across internal teams are in service of NA Running strategy and objectives • Make hard decisions about where we will invest for growth vs. scale back / consolidate existing programs • Develop and drive the NA strategy, marketing calendar, and creative expression targeting the NA Running consumer, inclusive of key product launches, events, athletes, and cultural moments• Develop brand and product storytelling to drive relevancy with the target NA Running consumer • Drive a consistent and unified creative expression for the NA Running consumer • Lead all US paid media planning and execution targeting the NA Running consumer (helping to direct the US media agency) • Project manage & drive 360 integrated activation plans for key Running product launches, working with functional leads (PR, Social, Content, Events, Channel Marketing) through execution • Partner closely with North America DTC (ecomm & retail) & WHS (Run Specialty, Sporting Goods, Amazon, etc.) teams to convert brand demand into Running product sales • Subject matter expert of US Running target consumer, new and emerging Running trends, and stays immersed in relevant areas for our target consumer • Play a leadership role in overall US brand planning to bring in new consumers, increase brand relevancy, and grow market share among our target consumers (beyond the core running consumer). REQUIREMENTS FOR SUCCESS • Bachelor’s degree required, with 8+ years of integrated marketing experience (ideally within the Running footwear/apparel space), developing full funnel plans across media (paid, earned, owned), content, athletes/influencers, events, etc. • Proven experience navigating a complex matrix organization, with a track record of building strong relationships and influencing key internal stakeholders.  Willingness to embrace and resolve conflict.  • Exceptional communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively within all levels of the organization and with external partners and agencies. • Strong understanding of the creative process, including evaluating creative and delivering a consistent creative expression (visual and tone of voice).  Proven experience translating strategic goals into creative solutions and experience in production planning and execution. • Proven track record of successfully launching new Running products and campaigns, including new/innovative ways to drive word of mouth while achieving sales targets. • Creative and calculated risk-taker while remaining humble, open-minded, and willing/eager to learn and be coached. • Strong understanding of Running footwear and apparel retail space, including Running Specialty, Sporting Goods, and ecommerce channels.  • Excellent budget ownership & management, project management, and campaign analysis/reporting skills. • Some travel required (15-20%). Our Benefits:Our products are only as good as the people we hire, so we make sure to hire the best and treat them accordingly. In addition to a comprehensive traditional benefits package (medical, dental, vision, 401k, etc.) we proudly offer a slate of more nontraditional perks – opportunities like on/offsite seminars, customized team building sessions, tuition reimbursement, and various mentorship programs – that encourage our associates to grow personally as they develop professionally. You’ll also enjoy a flexible work schedule, gym discounts, fitness reimbursements, and volunteer opportunities, because work-life balance is more than just a buzzword – it’s part of our culture.Learn more about our company benefits.Equal Opportunity Employer: New Balance provides equal opportunities for all current and prospective associates and takes affirmative action to ensure that employment, training, compensation, transfer, promotion and other terms, conditions and privileges of employment are provided without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, handicap, genetic information and/or status as an Armed Forces service medal veteran, recently separated veteran, qualified disabled veteran or other protected veteran. APPLY NOW