Head of Marketing (Sr. Manager)
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ZEISS Group
Head of Marketing (Sr. Manager)
Location
North York, Ontario, Canada
Date Posted
December 23, 2024
**About Us**
ZEISS has been in business for over 177 years, pioneering advancements in science and technology. As a global leader with over 42,000 employees, including 4,000 in the US and Canada, ZEISS is committed to innovation for a sustainable future. Our diverse portfolio spans Industrial Quality & Research, Medical Technology, Consumer Markets, and Semiconductor Manufacturing Technology. Join us and make a difference!
**What’s the Role?**
We are seeking a Head of Marketing (Senior Manager) to oversee the marketing function at Carl Zeiss Vision. This role involves developing and executing marketing strategies for both existing and new products. Responsibilities include:
- Devising channel marketing strategies to ensure consistent branding of the CZV product portfolio.
- Leading cross-functional planning activities such as forecasting and new product launches.
- Collaborating with corporate marketing, global R&D, and technology teams to develop global marketing programs and products aligned with business priorities.
**Job Requirements**
- Bachelor’s Degree in marketing or related field, or equivalent experience.
- 3-5 years in a marketing leadership role within a multinational manufacturing company with consumer and wholesale distribution channels.
- Extensive experience with large B2B companies, with a focus on direct-to-consumer experience.
- Proven success in managing diverse teams and motivating staff to achieve their highest potential.
- Optical industry experience preferred.
- Experience with B2B and B2C activities.
- Ability to drive results in a complex global environment.
- Successful track record in creativity, innovation, and responsiveness to emerging business realities.
- Excellent team collaboration skills in a matrix management environment.
- Hands-on approach to market strategy design and implementation.
- Strong leadership, communication, analytics, problem-solving, and creativity skills.
- Bilingual in English & French is an asset.
- Proven ability to build and maintain relationships and manage remote teams.
- Ability to travel (domestic 15-25%, international 5-10%).
- Experience with Microsoft Office Suite and other productivity applications (TEAMS, MIRO, ZOOM, Salesforce).
**Benefits**
We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
- Medical, Vision, and Dental insurance.
- Retirement Plan.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Paid time off including vacation, personal, and sick days.
**Equal Opportunity Employer**
ZEISS is an equal opportunity employer, committed to creating an accessible and inclusive organization. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please let us know.
**COVID-19 Considerations**
Your employment offer is conditional upon proof of full vaccination in accordance with Health Canada or WHO guidelines, to be provided no later than fourteen (14) calendar days before the effective start date.
We look forward to your application!