Job Title: Product and Marketing Manager at Kärcher Georgia
Reports To: Managing Director
Department: PM & Marketing Department
Located: Tbilisi, Georgia
ABOUT BRAND AND REPRESENTATION:
Karcher was founded in 1935 by Alfred Karcher, who was the first to manufacture air heating systems for aircraft engines. And later (in 1950), based on the requirements of the industry, he began to create high-pressure washing and steam machines and gradually focused only on the production of cleaning equipment.
The company sells its products in more than 150 countries of the world, including Georgia, which has been operating since 2016.
Currently, the representative office of Georgia (Kercher-Georgia) has 7 branches: the main branch in Tbilisi – in Dighomi, A. Beliashvili No. 167, Saburtalo: Vazha-Pshavela No. 4, A. Beliashvili No. 53. In Batumi- Petre Bagrationi No 129. In Kutaisi- Shota Rustaveli No 96. In Zugdidi- Davit Aghmashenebeli Avenue 6 and In Telavi- Alazani Avenue 71.
PURPOSE OF THE ROLE
The Product and Marketing Manager will lead and oversee both the Product and Marketing departments at Kärcher Georgia. This dual leadership role is responsible for developing and executing integrated product and marketing strategies to drive business growth in the Georgian market, while ensuring alignment with Kärcher's global initiatives.
RESPONSIBILITIES
DEPARTMENT LEADERSHIP
- Lead and manage both Product and Marketing departments at Kärcher Georgia
- Develop and implement departmental strategies, policies, and procedures
- Set clear objectives and KPIs for both departments
- Manage departmental budgets and resource allocation
- Report directly to the Managing Director of Kärcher Georgia
PRODUCT MANAGEMENT
- Develop and execute product strategy for the Georgian market
- Manage product lifecycle and portfolio optimization
- Analyze market trends and competition to identify opportunities
- Coordinate with global product teams for new product launches
- Oversee pricing strategies and product positioning
- Support Product Trainer to ensure understanding of new product within all sales channels.
MARKETING LEADERSHIP
- Create and implement comprehensive marketing strategies
- Lead brand development and communication initiatives
- Oversee all marketing channels including digital, traditional, and social media
- Manage marketing campaigns, CSR activities, events and new product launches for B2C and B2B
- Drive dealer and partner retailers’ marketing support
- Control marketing budget, analyze ROI and report to the local and regional management.
TEAM MANAGEMENT
- Build and develop high-performing product and marketing teams
- Set clear goals and responsibilities for team members
- Conduct regular performance reviews and provide feedback
- Foster collaboration between departments
- Implement training and development programs
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in business, Marketing, or related field; MBA preferred
- 5+ years of experience in product management and marketing
- 3+ years of team leadership experience
- Proven track record in the Georgian market
- Experience with business planning and strategy execution
KEY COMPETENCIES
- Strong leadership and team management skills
- Strategic thinking and business acumen
- Excellent project management abilities
- Strong analytical and decision-making skills
- Outstanding communication and presentation skills
- Results-oriented mindset
WHAT WE OFFER
- Leadership position in a growing market
- Competitive salary package
- Performance-based bonuses
- Health insurance
- Professional development opportunities
- Corporate mobile phone and laptop
- Company car
LANGUAGE SKILLS
- Fluent in Georgian, Proficient English written and verbal communication skills.
"If you meet the requirements presented above, please send your CV with the subject line "Position Name" to the following email: karcher.vacancies@gmail.com" By responding to this vacancy announced by LLC "Karcher", including sending your resume [CV], you:
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We wish you success!"