EMEA Marketing Communications & Strategy Manager – Luxury Audio
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About the Role
Join HARMAN’s Luxury Audio team and lead the marketing vision for some of the world’s most prestigious audio brands, including JBL Synthesis, Mark Levinson, Revel, Lexicon, and Arcam. In this role, you will shape and execute the EMEA product and marketing communication strategy, driving impactful Go-to-Market plans and flawless product launches. You’ll collaborate with global and regional teams to deliver integrated campaigns that elevate the listening experience and strengthen our position in the high-end audio market.
Key Responsibilities
* Develop and implement EMEA marketing communication strategies and strong Go-to-Market plans covering product, pricing, distribution, and marketing, aligned with global objectives.
* Drive product awareness and consideration by providing category, consumer, and shopper insights required for a focused marketing approach.
* Own the marketing communication plan for new product introductions (NPIs) and ensure timely delivery of localized assets.
* Manage PR, influencer campaigns, and digital presence for Luxury Audio brands.
* Organize and represent HARMAN at trade shows, exhibitions, and key industry events.
* Create customer presentations to support introduction of NPIs.
* Support the Trade Marketing Manager in driving account‑specific programs and display solutions.
* Work with Sales and Marketing to develop trade and consumer activation pitches.
* Achieve best‑buy reviews in leading trade magazines (online and offline).
* Drive localization of creative assets and streamline marketing material development.
* Oversee website content and ensure consistent brand representation across all channels.
* Utilize consumer and retail insights to drive distribution strategy.
* Manage marketing budgets and track ROI on campaigns and activations.
* Help drive accurate forecast and demand planning with the appropriate teams.
* Make adjustments and optimize portfolio where needed.
* Support management of margin of total assigned product category.
* Analyze and recommend product life‑cycle of categories.
* Continuously optimize workflows for marketing communication development and benchmarking.
* Work closely with global BU, creative teams, sales directors, and external agencies to deliver integrated campaigns.
What You Need to Be Successful
* Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing, Marketing Communications or similar.
* At least 5 years of relevant working experience in Marketing Communications.
* Ability to work independently.
* Strong understanding of pricing, distribution strategies, and luxury brand positioning.
* Experience working cross‑regional and globally with a diverse, multi‑cultural team.
* Fluent in English; additional European languages are plus.
What Makes You Eligible
* Willingness to work in an office in Waterbeach, Cambridge, United Kingdom (Hybrid, 3 days per week).
* HARMAN will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United Kingdom.
What We Offer
* Opportunity to collaborate with talented across the world.
* An inclusive and diverse work environment that fosters and encourages career development opportunities.
* Flexible work schedule with a culture encouraging a positive work‑life balance.
* On‑site opportunities to focus on personal well‑being and development provided by our Wellness Committee, Volunteer Committee, and Harman Women’s Network.
* Professional development opportunities through HARMAN University’s business and leadership academies and extensive course catalog.
* The opportunity to work on complex problems and continuous improvement initiatives.
* Access to employee discounts on world‑class HARMAN audio products including JBL and Harman/Kardon.
Seniority level
* Mid‑Senior level
Employment type
* Full‑time
Job function
* Marketing and Sales
Industries
* Computers and Electronics Manufacturing
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