Marketing Manager

Trade Marketing Manager: EU GRAFF is a growing organization, headquartered in Oak Creek, WI, USA, with international market presence in the high-end, luxury kitchen and bath industry. GRAFF has offices in Borgomanero, Italy, and Stuttgart, Germany, with a new office opening in the near future, in Milan, Italy. Our organization is currently seeking a Trade Marketing Manager for our EU operations This position will be based in Italy. The ideal candidate will be able to work on-site at the new GRAFF office located in Milan, Italy. This innovative organization has a current opportunity to join a rapidly growing team. It’s an ideal position for a marketing professional with Branding and Trade Marketing experience to promote a luxury segment brand utilizing their talents. Trade Marketing Manager Role and Responsibilities: · Manage POS requests in line with budget from obtaining quotes through to delivery of materials · Develop brand collaterals for the showroom · Coordinate with sales team to ensure that all retailers are kept up to date with current and new product launches as well as relevant support sales material (master catalogue, etc.) · Monitor and maintain all marketing expenditure of the respective market as per budget · Product sell in and sell out analysis · Competition bench marketing · Manage trade events organising and managing budget · Create and manage showroom display programs · Create and organise trade event design and delivery · Maintain branding in all GRAFF Point of Sales across EU region · Should be able to ideate and produce branding materials for showrooms and end users · Good knowledge of all online marketing mediums · Create branding videos , photo shoots etc · Hands on knowledge about the design journalists in the EU region · Good negotiation skill is must We have an exciting work environment. Freedom to express creative thoughts is the culture of our Marketing team. We would love candidates to apply who have: · A passion for Luxury industry · At least 5 years of experience in the brand marketing or sales roles involving working with the press and distributors in Luxury · Extensive experience in the European region and experience working with key luxury brands · Team player · Proven track record of managing brand strategy implementation and budget with a hands-on approach · Efficient time management and operational excellence · Creative thinking and numbers acumen · Strong negotiation skills · Business proficiency in the English language required, written as well as oral. Fluency in the Italian language desired. Experience with other languages a plus. If your talent and experience are a fit for this role, we encourage you to apply for immediate consideration. About GRAFF: Globally recognized for its cutting-edge products and unique vision, GRAFF combines the latest manufacturing technology with exquisite European craftsmanship. The brand’s essence is wrapped around the Art of Bath concept that embraces high culture, sophisticated style, and luxury living. GRAFF stands out in the industry for their exceptional quality, vertically integrated production, unique and luxurious designs, creative innovation process, and sustainable practices. GRAFF has corporate headquarters based in Oak Creek, Wisconsin, USA, with a global presence. Visit www.graff-designs.com for more information about our growing organization.