Communication and Vendor Marketing Specialist

The Communications & Vendor Marketing Specialist will help plan, develop and execute internal and external communication activities for Tech Data, as well as handle and monitor all marketing initiatives for assigned vendor accounts. This role has a cross-business scope with a particular focus on Tech Data’s next generation technology businesses (including cloud, analytics/IoT and security) and involves interaction with colleagues from all of Tech Data’s principal business units and support functions. Exceptional writing, editing, proofing and project management skills are essential, as are strong interpersonal skills, an eagerness to learn and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, international environment.

Responsibilities:

1/ Communication & Branding – 70%

• Act as an ambassador of the Tech Data brand and culture among colleagues and with external stakeholders.

• Assist Marketing Manager in proposing the communication & branding plan for Tech Data within approved budget; support the internal and external communication planning and execution at country and business unit level.

• Leverage internal and external resources to proactively propose and execute branding activities for Tech Data, including but not limited to: Newsletters, Interviews, Magazine articles, Press conference, Tech-Day conference, Tech-Expo….

• Work closely with the Media agencies to execute the PR & branding campaigns.

• Develop social media content plan and publish social media content. Drive engagement and measure impact for Tech Data presence on social media platforms (LinkedIn, Facebook, Youtube, Current).

• Manage the effectiveness of communication campaigns through regularly tracking & reporting; consult Marketing Manager with tactics/actions to drive improvement.

• Draft, edit and distribute organizational announcements and leadership dialogue via channels including email, video, intranet and social/collaboration media. Do the localization if any.

• Support other teams in internal communication and in monthly activities.

2/ Vendor Marketing – 25%

• Executing programs with business partners on marketing initiatives and campaigns for assigned vendors.

• Organizing events, planning of F&B, facilities and provide event on-site support

• Prepare collateral relative to channel promotional flyers and other advertising materials where required

• Participate and support in planning to execution of programs with sales business units

• Tracking & monitoring of leads and opportunities with brands

• Manage e-marketing campaigns and extracting reporting documents to support MDF claims process

• Responsible for managing MDF (Marketing Development Fund), Co-op and MDF systems reporting

• Working in collaboration with finance on MDF claims status

• Handle invoice processes for marketing department

3/ Others - 5%

• Support marketing team to monitor event execution onsite of other linecards.

• Handle paperwork tasks periodically.

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in marketing or communication.

• Influence in English with strong writing, proofing and editing skills.

• Candidates with 3-4 years of experience in PR/Media agency is highly preferred.

• Experience with social media content curation, community management and impact measurement. Candidate ideally brings experience with social media management platforms e.g. Sprinklr.

• Experience in using automation marketing tools & design software's (Canva, Photoshop.)

• Ability to plan, manage, and execute initiatives in collaboration with a variety of internal and external stakeholders (senior executives, peers, external providers)

• Problem solving ability and consideration of process improvements.

• Excellent organizational and communications skills with a strong attention to detail

• Creativity, teamwork and the ability to meet deadline.

Key Skills

Bilingual French/English, Presentation, Strategy and Execution

What’s In It For You?

• Elective Benefits: Our programs are tailored to your country to best accommodate your lifestyle.
• Grow Your Career: Accelerate your path to success (and keep up with the future) with formal programs on leadership and professional development, and many more on-demand courses.
• Elevate Your Personal Well-Being: Boost your financial, physical, and mental well-being through seminars, events, and our global Life Empowerment Assistance Program.
• Diversity, Equity & Inclusion: It’s not just a phrase to us; valuing every voice is how we succeed. Join us in celebrating our global diversity through inclusive education, meaningful peer-to-peer conversations, and equitable growth and development opportunities.
• Make the Most of our Global Organization: Network with other new co-workers within your first 30 days through our onboarding program.
• Connect with Your Community: Participate in internal, peer-led inclusive communities and activities, including business resource groups, local volunteering events, and more environmental and social initiatives.

Don’t meet every single requirement? Apply anyway.

At Tech Data, a TD SYNNEX Company, we’re proud to be recognized as a great place to work and a leader in the promotion and practice of diversity, equity and inclusion. If you’re excited about working for our company and believe you’re a good fit for this role, we encourage you to apply. You may be exactly the person we’re looking for!

We are an equal opportunity employer and committed to building a diverse team that represents and empowers a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on merit, without regard to race, colour, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, genetics, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. To support our diversity and inclusion efforts, we may ask for voluntary gender disclosure information. This data will be used solely to improve our hiring practices and ensure fair treatment for all candidates.