Are you passionate about the bike industry? Does creating promotional plans, executing them, and conducting market analysis excite you? Are you a good communicator? Then we would like to know more about you!
As a Brand Coordinator at Shimano, you will facilitate communication between Sales, Marketing, Product teams, and Customers / Consumers, contributing to the execution of excellent marketing plans. We seek someone proactive, innovative, and team-oriented.
The Challenge
- Be part of the Brand team, collaborating with sales, marketing, and technical specialists to become a product master.
- Develop annual marketing plans with the marketing team, ensuring monitoring, execution, and evaluation.
- Ensure proper execution of product launches, including all sales tools and materials.
- Proactively gather market information (competition, sales data, trends) through field visits, online research, exhibitions, and vendor presentations.
- Manage effective relationships within the team to facilitate communication.
- Track and analyze brand / product performance, profitability, and trends monthly.
- Build and monitor forecasts for new launches.
- Liaise with sales and marketing services to communicate product info, sales actions, pricing, margins, forecasts, promotions, and stock status.
- Contribute to the development and monitoring of annual sales and marketing plans for assigned products / brands, taking remedial actions when necessary.
- Maintain regular contact with the European Brand team.
What are we looking for?
3-6 years of relevant experience, preferably in an international setting.Knowledge of Product Management is a plus.Experience with bicycle components and products is required.Affinity with the bike market and Shimano's product range.Excellent English language skills, both verbal and written.Analytical skills and proficiency in data management.Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.Willingness to travel.What do we have to offer?
Shimano offers a friendly, informal work environment with collaborative colleagues and a sense of pride in working for Shimano. We provide good working conditions and the opportunity to work in a responsible, challenging role within a dynamic, international, and ambitious environment. We emphasize team achievement to succeed together.
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