Global Channel Marketing Communications & Events Manager

Lenovo; Farnborough; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Lenovo is seeking a Global Channel Marketing Communications & Events Manager to lead channel messaging and event strategies within a B2B framework. The ideal candidate will have a passion for channel marketing, exceptional communication skills, and a collaborative spirit. This role requires previous experience in managing senior stakeholders and overseeing multiple projects in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Holiday purchase

Private medical

Income protection & Life insurance

Learning and development

Lenovo and Motorola products discounts

Cycle to work & MyGymDiscounts

Mortgage advice and support

Electric car salary sacrifice scheme

Free onsite parking

Qualifications

• 5-8 years experience in B2B channel events and communications is essential.
• Experience in project and budget management.
• Strong organizational and planning skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop visual and content execution vision for Lenovo 360 channel events.
• Collaborate with internal and external teams for seamless event execution.
• Manage communications plans supporting Lenovo 360 events.

Skills

B2B Channel event & communications experience

Project management

Stakeholder management

Attention to detail

Event execution

Job description

* United Kingdom - Hampshire - Farnborough

Why Work at Lenovo

We are Lenovo. We do what we say. We own what we do. We WOW our customers.

Lenovo is a US$57 billion revenue global technology powerhouse, ranked #248 in the Fortune Global 500, and serving millions of customers every day in 180 markets. Focused on a bold vision to deliver Smarter Technology for All, Lenovo has built on its success as the world’s largest PC company with a full-stack portfolio of AI-enabled, AI-ready, and AI-optimized devices (PCs, workstations, smartphones, tablets), infrastructure (server, storage, edge, high performance computing and software defined infrastructure), software, solutions, and services. Lenovo’s continued investment in world-changing innovation is building a more equitable, trustworthy, and smarter future for everyone, everywhere. Lenovo is listed on the Hong Kong stock exchange under Lenovo Group Limited (HKSE: 992) (ADR: LNVGY).

This transformation together with Lenovo’s world-changing innovation is building a more inclusive, trustworthy, and smarter future for everyone, everywhere. To find out more visit www.lenovo.com , and read about the latest news via our StoryHub .

Description and Requirements

The Global Channel Marketing Communications & Events Manager is a key role in the management of our channel message externally.

We are looking for an expert in channel messaging & events who will manage our global channel communication efforts and content strategy for our channel events. Working as part of the International Sales Organization (ISO) the ideal candidate should have a strong understanding of operating in a B2B technology business and managing senior stakeholders. You’ll possess a real passion for the channel and get excited about working with different geographies.

Outstanding communication skills are a must for success and ideally experience of working in a complex matrix environment.

Location in the UK, ideally located near a Lenovo office location.

Your Key Responsibilities :

• Developing the visual and content execution vision for Lenovo 360 channel events, ensuring a cohesive and impactful experience.
• Collaborating with internal teams, including corporate event teams, geo event teams, and the broader channel organization, as well as third-party agencies, to deliver seamless event execution.
• Creating and executing external communications plans in support of Lenovo 360 events, including developing external comms and briefing documents aligned to the channel strategy.
• Working closely with the ISO Communications Team and Corporate Communications to develop communication plans and content, ensuring consistency and alignment with the overall brand strategy.
• Partnering with the Lenovo Corporate Brand Team to ensure Lenovo 360 is aligned with brand policies and guidelines, and managing the creation and execution of the Lenovo 360 award program.
• Developing and tracking communication project plans through Monday.com, and acting as an ambassador for global channel marketing, building strong relationships across Business Groups, Corporate Communications, Brand, Geo Marketing, and Channel Teams.
• Managing third-party agency relationships to maximize performance and successfully achieve plan execution, while working in partnership with the broader ISO Global Channel Team to execute on the Lenovo 360 vision.

Your Key Skills :

• 5-8 years B2B Channel event & communications experience is essential in either a vendor, reseller or distributor in the IT sector.
• Experience of project management including budget management & business review processes, previous experience of working in a global marketing role preferred.
• Strong team player with experience of working in a globally dispersed matrix organization.
• Outstanding attention to detail when managing multiple projects with excellent organization & planning skills.
• A flair for event execution with an eye for delivering high quality experiences.
• Strong skills in crafting compelling stories and messages for a professional audience
• Strong stakeholder management skills with experience in managing executive leadership attendance and speakers.

What we offer you:

• Holiday purchase
• Private medical
• Income protection & Life insurance
• Learning and development
• Lenovo and Motorola products discounts
• Cycle to work & MyGymDiscounts
• Mortgage advice and support
• Electric car salary sacrifice scheme
• Free onsite parking

We are looking forward to discussing this position with you!

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any federal, state, or local protected class.

Additional Locations: * United Kingdom - Hampshire - Farnborough

* United Kingdom

* United Kingdom - Hampshire

* United Kingdom - Hampshire - Farnborough

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