Lidl
Director of Marketing- Strategy & Planning
Lidl, Arlington, Virginia, United States, 22201
Summary
Lidl US is looking for a Director of Marketing- Strategy & Planning to join our team! This position will be responsible for developing the strategic vision for Marketing based on our customer insights. The Director of Marketing- Strategy & Planning will report to our US Headquarters in Arlington, VA on a hybrid 3-day schedule.
What You'll Do
• Develop the strategic vision and plan for Lidl US marketing that is based on customer insights while supporting key business areas.• Build media plans that demonstrate the effectiveness and efficiency of marketing investment across brand & performance goals• Develop, plan, and execute 52 week calendar for marketing• Strong partnership and collaboration with Sales (operations), Merchandising, PR, and Promotions• Strong project management skills with ability to deliver against long and short term strategic projects• Manage customer journey from media to digital engagement to in-store execution• Identify opportunities to grow the business and increase operational cost efficiencies by leveraging new technology, equipment, and systems.• Lead organic social team• Brand steward for Lidl US• Lead, develop and grow talent pipeline for a large team of 15-20 reports• Manage agency partners, third party vendors, and contract negotiations/agreements.• Oversee and manage marketing budgets and financial justification for all projects.• Understanding of email, sms, and push channels and their roles in the customer journey
What You'll Need
Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities• Ability to build, support, and inspire a customer centric marketing team• Excellent verbal and written communication skills• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail• Demonstrate executive presence with c-suite leadership• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software• Ability to work independently
Required Education, Certifications/ Licenses, Related Experience• BS/BA Required in marketing, business administration or a related field. Post graduate degree strongly preferred.• 10+ years of progressively responsible related experience.• 5-7 years of management experience with significant business impact.• Extensive knowledge of and experience in marketing, retail, or other related field
Physical Job Requirements• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer• Ability to travel domestically and internationally when required
What You'll Receive
At Lidl, we know that in order for our people to do their best, they must be at their best. That's why as a company, we offer one of the most generous benefits packages in the industry.
All our Lidl employees are eligible to receive the following benefits:
Medical | Dental | Vision coveragePaid Holiday & Paid Time Off (PTO)401k Plan (+ 5% company match and 2 year vesting schedule)And so much more, visit our benefits page for more details and the latest updatesIn addition to the great benefits above, our Full-Time employees receive these additional benefits: Group Term Life & AD&D Insurance, Short & Long-Term Disability Insurance, Voluntary Critical Illness and/or Accident Insurance, Parental Leave - 100% pay for birth mothers and non-birth parents, Additional Paid Time-Off & Sick Time.
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Lidl US is looking for a Director of Marketing- Strategy & Planning to join our team! This position will be responsible for developing the strategic vision for Marketing based on our customer insights. The Director of Marketing- Strategy & Planning will report to our US Headquarters in Arlington, VA on a hybrid 3-day schedule.
What You'll Do
• Develop the strategic vision and plan for Lidl US marketing that is based on customer insights while supporting key business areas.• Build media plans that demonstrate the effectiveness and efficiency of marketing investment across brand & performance goals• Develop, plan, and execute 52 week calendar for marketing• Strong partnership and collaboration with Sales (operations), Merchandising, PR, and Promotions• Strong project management skills with ability to deliver against long and short term strategic projects• Manage customer journey from media to digital engagement to in-store execution• Identify opportunities to grow the business and increase operational cost efficiencies by leveraging new technology, equipment, and systems.• Lead organic social team• Brand steward for Lidl US• Lead, develop and grow talent pipeline for a large team of 15-20 reports• Manage agency partners, third party vendors, and contract negotiations/agreements.• Oversee and manage marketing budgets and financial justification for all projects.• Understanding of email, sms, and push channels and their roles in the customer journey
What You'll Need
Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities• Ability to build, support, and inspire a customer centric marketing team• Excellent verbal and written communication skills• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail• Demonstrate executive presence with c-suite leadership• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software• Ability to work independently
Required Education, Certifications/ Licenses, Related Experience• BS/BA Required in marketing, business administration or a related field. Post graduate degree strongly preferred.• 10+ years of progressively responsible related experience.• 5-7 years of management experience with significant business impact.• Extensive knowledge of and experience in marketing, retail, or other related field
Physical Job Requirements• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer• Ability to travel domestically and internationally when required
What You'll Receive
At Lidl, we know that in order for our people to do their best, they must be at their best. That's why as a company, we offer one of the most generous benefits packages in the industry.
All our Lidl employees are eligible to receive the following benefits:
Medical | Dental | Vision coveragePaid Holiday & Paid Time Off (PTO)401k Plan (+ 5% company match and 2 year vesting schedule)And so much more, visit our benefits page for more details and the latest updatesIn addition to the great benefits above, our Full-Time employees receive these additional benefits: Group Term Life & AD&D Insurance, Short & Long-Term Disability Insurance, Voluntary Critical Illness and/or Accident Insurance, Parental Leave - 100% pay for birth mothers and non-birth parents, Additional Paid Time-Off & Sick Time.
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