Channel Marketing Manager - Northern Europe

Company Description

Sandisk understands how people and businesses consume data and we relentlessly innovate to deliver solutions that enable today’s needs and tomorrow’s next big ideas. With a rich history of groundbreaking innovations in Flash and advanced memory technologies, our solutions have become the beating heart of the digital world we’re living in and that we have the power to shape.

Sandisk meets people and businesses at the intersection of their aspirations and the moment, enabling them to keep moving and pushing possibility forward. We do this through the balance of our powerhouse manufacturing capabilities and our industry-leading portfolio of products that are recognized globally for innovation, performance and quality.

Sandisk has two facilities recognized by the World Economic Forum as part of the Global Lighthouse Network for advanced 4IR innovations. These facilities were also recognized as Sustainability Lighthouses for breakthroughs in efficient operations. With our global reach, we ensure the global supply chain has access to the Flash memory it needs to keep our world moving forward.

Job Description

We are looking for a Channel Marketing Manager to lead the development and execution of integrated marketing strategies across the UKI and Nordics regions. This role is critical in driving sustainable, consumer-centric growth and delivering strong business impact. This is not a coordination role. It’s a hands-on, marketing position that shapes demand through best-in-class capabilities in shopper marketing, omnichannel activation, and data-driven performance optimization. You will work cross-functionally with Sales, Retail, Etail partners, and Marketing teams to strengthen brand presence, win at the point of sale, and optimize the end-to-end shopper journey across both physical and digital environments. We are looking for someone who combines strategic thinking with execution excellence, and who understands how to build brands while delivering measurable business results. Travel: Domestic & international travel required

Key Responsibilities:

Strategy & Consumer-Centric Growth:

Develop and execute integrated business and brand strategies aligned with regional growth objectives

Translate global positioning into localized, insight-driven activation plans

Apply segmentation, targeting, and positioning to drive market share growth

Leverage consumer and shopper insights to identify growth opportunities

Commercial Excellence & Channel Activation:

Design and execute end-to-end channel marketing programs driving sales and share

Champion a “sell-out first” mindset with strong conversion focus

Deliver impactful shopper marketing initiatives (promotions, bundles, seasonal campaigns)

Ensure execution excellence across retail and eTail environments

Retail & eCommerce Excellence (Omnichannel):

Lead best-in-class in-store and online execution strategies

Drive digital shelf excellence (SEO, content, conversion optimization)

Implement Perfect Store / Perfect Shelf standards

Partner with key accounts on joint business plans

Brand Activation & Go-To-Market:

Lead quarterly Go-To-Market planning and execution

Develop integrated 360° campaigns across digital, retail, and experiential channels

Drive digital-first demand generation and brand awareness

Ensure alignment across Brand, Product Marketing, and Sales

Agency & Partner Management:

Manage agencies with clear, performance-driven KPIs

Ensure high-quality creative output and execution excellence

Events, Trade & Experiential Marketing:

Plan and activate trade shows, partner events, and sales enablement

Transform events into engaging brand experiences

Cross-Functional Collaboration:

Act as a key connector across Sales, Product Marketing, Digital, PR, and Operations

Financial & Performance Management:

Manage MDF budgets and promotional investments with strong ROI discipline, ensuring all spend is planned, tracked, and delivered within defined budget timelines

Apply test-and-learn methodologies to continuously optimize performance

Analytics & Insights:

Track and optimize key KPIs:

Sell-out performance

Market share

Distribution & visibility

Digital + in store performance

What Success Looks Like:

Strong sell-out growth across UKI & Nordics

Best-in-class omnichannel execution

Measurable improvements in conversion and visibility

High-ROI, scalable marketing programs

Strong cross-functional alignment and collaboration

Who You Are:

Strategic thinker with hands-on execution mindset

Strong understanding of consumer + technology marketing

Data-driven, with a passion for performance and impact

Collaborative, agile, and results-oriented

Qualifications

Education and/or Experience

Bachelor’s Degree in Business or Marketing or equivalent. Must be technically literate and proficient

Min. 8 years business experience. Involvement in marketing-oriented projects strongly preferred

Consumer/Technology brand experience preferred.

Specific Knowledge

Aptitude to understand Flash technology

Good knowledge of business plan and marketing plan disciplines

Good knowledge of market research disciplines

Computer, Software, Tools, Equipment, and Machinery Skills:

Intermediate to advanced skills in MS Excel, MS Word, Powerpoint and Outlook required,

Ability to use effective Internet/Intranet searches

Language Skills:

Clearly communicate in English (verbal and written forms)

Speak and present effectively in one-on-one and in group situations

Interpersonal Skills:

Requires excellent communication and organizational skills.

Use initiative to proactively identify opportunities and issues

Conduct business in ethical manner

Develop and maintain effective working relationships with others

Maintain strict confidentiality

Complexity:

Capacity to prioritize tasks and manage time efficiently

Works on problems of moderate scope where analysis of situations or data requires a review of a variety of factors

Exercises judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action

Discretion and Decision Making:

Understands implication of work and makes recommendations for solution

Escalate problematic disputes to supervisor

Follows departmental and organization policies and procedures

Additional Information

Sandisk thrives on the power and potential of diversity. As a global company, we believe the most effective way to embrace the diversity of our customers and communities is to mirror it from within. We believe the fusion of various perspectives results in the best outcomes for our employees, our company, our customers, and the world around us. We are committed to an inclusive environment where every individual can thrive through a sense of belonging, respect and contribution.

Sandisk is committed to offering opportunities to applicants with disabilities and ensuring all candidates can successfully navigate our careers website and our hiring process. Please contact us at jobs.accommodations@wdc.com to advise us of your accommodation request. In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.