" \u003cdiv class=\"ja-job-details\"\u003e \u003ch2 class=\"title\"\u003eMarketing Communications Manager (This role now filled)\u003c/h2\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"meta\"\u003e \u003cul class=\"classifications\"\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"20657\"\u003e Marketing / PR / Events \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"20658\"\u003e Marketing Communications \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"20659\"\u003e Auckland \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"20660\"\u003e Contract or Temp \u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cp class=\"date-posted\"\u003e 6/5/2022 \u003c/p\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003cul class=\"bullet-points\"\u003e \u003cli\u003e12-month parental leave contract\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWork with fantastic sponsorship partners\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eGreat culture, team and hybrid working\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"description\"\u003e Ford is a household name in New Zealand as one of the world\u0026rsquo;s market leaders in the design, manufacturing and marketing of high technology, leading-edge products. \u0026nbsp;Their mission is to become the most trusted mobility company, designing smart vehicles for a smart world. Their commitment to excellence in all aspects of the business is also reflected in recruiting and training outstanding people.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This is a rare opportunity to join this close-knit Marketing team, due to parental leave.\u0026nbsp; With a hybrid working model, when in the office the team are based in their Head Office in Highbrook. \u0026nbsp;Reporting to the Marketing Director, this role is essentially responsible for the leadership, development and execution of all Ford NZ brand and retail marketing communications, marketing events and launch plans.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This is a varied role that includes primary brand communications - campaign development and deployment and retail marketing communications to support the dealer network, managing the customer for life programme and supporting communications across the consumer website and e-commerce platform. \u0026nbsp;You will create activations and experiences for customers that money can\u0026rsquo;t buy including with their fantastic sponsorship parties across New Zealand Rugby, Cricket, Hockey, Moana Pasifika Rugby, and New Zealand Football, including the Ford Football Ferns as they build-up to the World Cup in 2023.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u0026nbsp;Tertiary qualified in a relevant discipline, you have proven experience in marketing communications and campaign development. \u0026nbsp;Digitally savvy you understand media performance, working with your agency partners to leverage SEO/SEM, social and display optimisation.\u0026nbsp; An effective communicator, you can present ideas and concepts - and influence when it counts to build strong stakeholder relationships.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e While automotive marketing experience is not essential, working with a dealer or retail network would be useful. The ability to think strategically and implement tactically, with a can-do, find a way attitude and a passion for the customer will ensure your success.\u0026nbsp; This is a fantastic opportunity to join the Ford team, working with people who value teamwork and who love what they do. The future belongs to those who build it!\u003cbr\u003e To apply please follow the link. For more information call Carol Fraser on 09 217 4891 for a confidential chat.\u003cstrong\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/strong\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"apply\"\u003e \u003ca class=\"back-link\" href=\"#\" title=\"Back to search results\"\u003eBack to search results\u003c/a\u003e \u003cinput type=\"button\" class=\"ja-button\" data-job-id=\"1347848\" value=\"Apply Now\" title=\"Apply Now\" /\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003c/div\u003e "