Regional Marketing Manager Nordics

Job description

Function Corporate Marketing Our Company We’re Hitachi Vantara, the data foundation trusted by the world’s innovators. Our resilient, high-performance data infrastructure means that customers – from banks to theme parks ­– can focus on achieving the incredible with data. If you’ve seen the Las Vegas Sphere, you’ve seen just one example of how we empower businesses to automate, optimize, innovate – and wow their customers. Right now, we’re laying the foundation for our next wave of growth. We’re looking for people who love being part of a diverse, global team – and who get excited about making a real-world impact with data. Job description Job Summary** Hitachi, Ltd. is seeking an experienced Regional Marketing Manager for the Nordics region. This role will be responsible for developing and executing strategic marketing plans to drive brand awareness, lead generation, and market share growth across Norway, Sweden, Denmark, and Finland. Job Responsibilities** * Develop and implement comprehensive marketing strategies and campaigns tailored to the Nordic market, aligning with global Hitachi marketing objectives. * Conduct market research and analysis to identify trends, opportunities, and competitive landscapes within the Nordics. * Manage and optimize marketing budgets, ensuring efficient allocation of resources and demonstrable ROI. * Lead the planning and execution of integrated marketing activities, including digital marketing (SEO, SEM, social media), content marketing, PR, events, and direct marketing. * Collaborate closely with sales teams to develop sales enablement tools and support lead generation efforts. * Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including media, partners, and industry associations. * Monitor and report on campaign performance, providing insights and recommendations for continuous improvement. * Ensure brand consistency and adherence to Hitachi's global brand guidelines across all regional marketing initiatives. * Manage external agencies and vendors as required to deliver marketing programs. Job Qualifications** * Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business Administration, or a related field. Master's degree preferred. * Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in marketing roles, with at least 3 years in a regional marketing management position, preferably within the Nordics. * Proven track record of developing and executing successful marketing strategies that drive measurable results in the Nordic market. * Strong understanding of the cultural nuances and business landscape across Norway, Sweden, Denmark, and Finland. * Demonstrated expertise in digital marketing, including SEO, SEM, social media marketing, and content marketing. * Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with fluency in English and at least one Nordic language (e.g., Swedish, Norwegian, Danish). * Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, matrixed organization. * Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and make data-driven decisions. * Experience in the B2B technology or industrial sector is a plus. About us We’re a global team of innovators. Together, we harness engineering excellence and passion for insight to co-create meaningful solutions to complex challenges. We turn organizations into data-driven leaders that can a make positive impact on their industries and society. If you believe that innovation can inspire the future, this is the place to fulfil your purpose and achieve your potential. Fostering innovation through diverse perspectives Hitachi is a global company operating across a wide range of industries and regions. One of the things that sets Hitachi apart is the diversity of our business and people, which drives our innovation and growth. We are committed to building an inclusive culture based on mutual respect and merit-based systems. We believe that when people feel valued, heard, and safe to express themselves, they do their best work. How we look after you We help take care of your today and tomorrow with industry-leading benefits, support, and services that look after your holistic health and wellbeing. We’re also champions of life balance and offer flexible arrangements that work for you (role and location dependent). We’re always looking for new ways of working that bring out our best, which leads to unexpected ideas. So here, you’ll experience a sense of belonging, and discover autonomy, freedom, and ownership as you work alongside talented people you enjoy sharing knowledge with. We’re proud to say we’re an equal opportunity employer and welcome all applicants for employment without attention to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, age, disability status or any other protected characteristic. Should you need reasonable accommodations during the recruitment process, please let us know so that we can do our best to set you up for success.