Motorcycle Marketing Assistant

Suzuki GB PLC is the multi-product subsidiary of Suzuki Motor Corporation (Japan), with a strong track-record of delivering success in the UK market with innovation, creativity and all the excitement that the industry brings. A place where passion, enjoyment and desire abound.

The purpose of the Suzuki GB Marketing department is to develop and implement marketing plans that support Suzuki Brand values and deliver the Business Plan Volume and profitability objectives. Liaising closely with the Head of Motorcycles, UK sales team and the UK Dealer Network to promote brand loyalty and develop products and services that successfully meet the expectations of SGB customers.

This key role will provide full administrative support to the Motorcycle Marketing team and assist with various marketing projects and campaigns as required

Key responsibilities:

• Provide administrative support to the National Motorcycle Marketing Manager and Marketing team on a daily basis. Tasks include, but are not limited to: Raising Purchase Orders, checking invoices, maintaining budget sheets, arranging meetings, writing letters, archiving and filing electronic and hard copy documents, taking and making telephone calls, drafting dealer bulletins, checking and administering marketing support claims
• Act as first point of contact for the Dealer Network regarding local marketing support and events. Liaise with the team and agencies as necessary, make bookings, check marketing support claims / marketing bonus claims. Check dealer website content and support them in meeting corporate standards.
• Support the team in the production of various marketing materials, including sales campaigns, Point of Sale, advertising and Press activities. Report to the National Motorcycle Marketing manager on their usage and effectiveness as required.
• Support the team in arranging dealer events, liaising with our agency partners. Ensure that events are promoted effectively, and that data capture is carried out.
• Assist with updating/uploading content on the Motorcycle website using the CMS.
• Write post-event reports to review effectiveness and make recommendation for future improvements.
• Support the team in purchasing any required marketing materials, ensuring best value and usability for our events and our dealers.
• Support the team in managing local, regional and national events. Liaise with suppliers, dealers, staff and our insurance company to ensure that events are managed safely and within the term of our insurance and corporate standards.
• Able to work outside of normal office hours, including some weekends and undertake travel throughout the UK.

As well as applying direct via this ad, you are requested to copy and paste the following url onto your browser and apply via the Suzuki GB website - https://cars.suzuki.co.uk/head-office-careers/

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate will be:

• Passionate about providing a great service for internal and external customers.
• Self-motivated, proactive and well-organised, even under pressure.
• A fun team-player, with a positive outlook and demeanour.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Flexible in approach, with the ability to reprioritise and multi-task when required.
• Enthusiastic and motivated with a passion for Motorcycles and Suzuki.

Essential

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Packages, especially Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook, and able to quickly learn Purchase Order and Invoicing system and website CMS (Umbraco).
• Excellent numerical and literacy skills.
• Full UK Driving licence.

Desirable

• Previous marketing, events or sales experience.
• Degree or Diploma in a Marketing or Business related subject.
• Project Coordination experience.
• Knowledge and understanding of the motorcycle industry.
• Motorcycle licence.

Benefits

A very competitive salary will be awarded to the successful candidate which will fully reflect qualifications and experience as well as a comprehensive package of staff benefits which include:

Annual Company Bonus
Private Medical Insurance
25 days holiday, which increases with length of service
Car Rental Scheme
Childcare Vouchers