Manager, Marketing

Company: GILLIG
Location: Livermore
Posted on: January 8, 2022

Job Description:

GILLIG LLC is the largest and most dependable manufacturer of Heavy Duty Transit Buses in North America. Our customers are in all 50 states, and include cities, counties, transit districts, universities and major private fleet operators. We are headquartered in Livermore, CA.About the Role:GILLIG is looking for an energetic marketing leader to help us evolve our GTM and brand strategies. This individual will partner with internal and external partners to define, develop, and bring to market GILLIG's brand and product marketing roadmaps.This individual will report to the Vice President of Product Planning & Strategy and will work collaboratively and closely with the company's executive leadership team. This position has one direct report.Key Responsibilities:

• Partner with Product, Sales and Engineering to establish a marketing roadmap and strategy to support new product launches including product positioning, messaging and GTM strategy
• Build and oversee the holistic marketing calendar, bringing stories to life around new products, existing products, and industry-relevant conversations
• Lead the development of brand and product assets for marketing and sales teams-including video production, product marketing literature, presentations and brochures
• Own GILLIG's external voice - including evolving brand guidelines, establishing processes for use, and ensuring buy-in and adherence across the company
• Establish systems and metrics to monitor business health and perception with customers and within the broader industry - including NPS, customer surveys and customer councils
• Collect and analyze information on competitive products, including features and market positioning to become an expert on the competitive landscape
• Responsible for leading, managing, and coaching creative designerAbout You:
  • Bachelor's degree
  • Minimum of 8 years of relevant product marketing experience in transportation, automotive or similar B2B industry
  • Proven track record of bring new products to market successfully within large/complex companies
  • Strong experience working with cross-functional teams to define and execute product roadmaps
  • Skilled in working with and getting buy-in from senior executives and partner organizations
  • Sharp sense for storytelling as well as creative visual design
  • Knowledge of marketing-related business practices, including advertising, market research, technology and budgeting
  • Analytical and problem-solving skills for coming up with ideas to increase demand of products and services
  • Time management and organizational skills in order to plan and execute both large and small marketing projects and initiatives
  • Effective communication skills and adaptable communication style for interacting with team members, upper management, vendors and customersAbout the Environment:
    • Daily responsibilities require consistent attendance in the office to support collaboration with key stakeholders
    • Hours typically begin around 6:30 am
    • Scope of responsibilities necessitate evening and periodic weekend productivity
    • Domestic travel may be required
      We are interested in every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in the United States. However, we are not able to sponsor work visas now or in the futureAbout Us:After 130 years, GILLIG holds strong to its family values and focus on its employees and customers. Our motivated and dedicated employees have a passion for quality and customer satisfaction.We are committed to building buses that connect communities, eliminate congestion, and contribute to a greener environment.Our Company pride is exemplified by the thoughtful design and quality craftsmanship present in every GILLIG bus. GILLIG's steadfast focus on quality and unwavering commitment to exceptional customer service sets us apart from our competition.In compliance with the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988, GILLIG has a longstanding commitment to provide a safe, quality-oriented and productive work environment consistent with the standards in which the company operates. Drug abuse poses a threat to the health and safety of GILLIG employees and to the security of the company's equipment and facilities.For these reasons, GILLIG is committed to the elimination of drug and alcohol use and abuse in the workplace. All applicants must pass a drug test before beginning work.GILLIG offers an excellent compensation and benefits package including 100% company-paid premiums for medical, dental and vision for employees and their families. Other benefits include a unique 401k profit-sharing plan.GILLIG is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer.

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