Channel Marketing Communication Manager- Distribution

Role: Channel Marketing Communication Manager- Distribution
Client: High Tech Leader
Location: SF Bay Area
Timeframe: January 30th, 2012
Time Commitment: Full time
Compensation: Salary + bonus, Benefits, Paid Time Off

Position Overview: Bergerson Group is seeking a full time Channel Marketing Communications Program Manager to develop and execute integrated marketing communication plans targeting distribution and other small medium business route to market partners.
This is a W2 opportunity at Bergerson Group.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Work collaboratively with team members to manage development of partner-facing communications, deliverables and timelines in support of marketing programs and product launches.

Planning and tracking all program/launch related assets/deliverables

Develop trusted partner relationship with Channel and Product Marketing teams

Manage the work of external vendors when necessary

Synthesize internal messages from multiple sources and make relevant for partner audiences

Act as marketing communications program lead on cross-functional teams

Negotiate and influence actions of team members outside team

Resolve conflicts diplomatically

Use data to analyze programs and recommend corrections and improvements

Identify priorities and deliver tangible results using sound business practices

Innovate and define new tools and practices

Required Skill Sets:

5-10 years of channel marketing communications experience

Solid understanding of partner business models

Solid understanding of the networking industry

Self-starter with firm understanding of the marketing communications mix

Has worked closely with executives and decision makers

Works well in a group and under pressure managing a variety of projects in parallel

Able to lead by influence at and above peer level

Well organized and results-oriented

Attention to detail and the ability to be proactive- This is critical as there are many "moving parts" to manage, and the candidate will need to be proactive and adapt to evolving needs

Strong communication/presentation skills - Program updates are critical for keeping each program on track

Solid writing skills - Candidate must be able to develop clear program communications for a variety of audiences, including: Reviewing/finalizing end-user-focused nurture emails; creating co-branded communications for use by Distributors including training eVites; messaging development for any internal program updates; etc.

The ability to manage/oversee a multitude of tasks in parallel, while adhering to deadlines and time constraints

Work effectively across numerous groups/organizations - The ability to collaborate with a variety of teams is essential

Undergraduate degree in Business, Marketing or Communications

MBA desirable

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