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Marshall Group is the audio, tech, and design powerhouse uniting musicians and music lovers through genre-breaking innovation. Our flagship brand, Marshall, is uniquely positioned with over 60 years of rock ‘n’ roll attitude on stage, at home, and on the go. Our iconic products are brought to life by a dedicated team of 800 passionate employees and sold in over 90 markets worldwide. Right now, we need to strengthen our Sales team with a Lifestyle Manager, APAC who will focus on developing and expanding the lifestyle channel across APAC by working closely with our distributors. The primary objective of this role is to develop and expand the lifestyle channel across APAC by working closely with our distributors. The Lifestyle Manager will focus on building strong relationships with key retailers, enhancing the presence of our brand in the lifestyle segment. This channel is strategic for building brand heat and driving incremental revenue, making it a vital part of the regional growth plan.
Job Responsibility:
Build and Develop the Lifestyle Channel: Collaborate with distributors to grow the lifestyle channel through strategic partnerships and initiatives
Identify and target key retailers to expand our presence and influence in the lifestyle segment
Relationship Management: Establish and nurture strong relationships with retailer partners to foster collaboration and business growth
Conduct regular meetings and reviews to align on objectives, campaign planning, and joint initiatives
Drive Sales and Revenue: Lead efforts to drive sales within the lifestyle segment, focusing on high-impact retail partners
Support distributors in executing the regional sales strategies to generate additional, incremental revenue
Channel Activation & Brand Heat: Plan and execute retail activations, POS campaigns, and exclusive events to energise the channel and build brand heat
Develop innovative promotional strategies aligned with key cultural moments and urban lifestyle trends
Market & Consumer Insights: Analyse market trends and consumer insights to identify new opportunities and improve the effectiveness of activations
Provide input on product and partnership opportunities based on retail feedback and market demand
Strategic Planning & Coordination: Develop and implement strategic initiatives to elevate the lifestyle channel’s role in overall business growth
Coordinate with marketing, sales, and trade teams to ensure a cohesive approach and maximise execution
Performance Tracking & Reporting: Regularly monitor channel performance, reporting on key KPIs such as sales, brand heat, and retailer engagement
Adjust strategies as needed to optimise results and ensure targets are met or exceeded
Requirements:
Exceptional ability to build and maintain strong relationships with retailers, distributors, and internal stakeholders
Skilled at influencing and negotiating to secure strategic partnerships and drive joint business initiatives
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, capable of working across multiple teams, cultures, and markets
Able to effectively coordinate with marketing, sales, trade, and external partners
A self-starter with a leadership mindset, able to operate independently and take ownership of initiatives
Comfortable managing multiple projects simultaneously and working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
Ability to think creatively about brand activations, collaborations, and retail experiences
A proven track record of successfully developing and executing channel strategies, especially within premium or lifestyle retail segments
Demonstrates a results-driven mindset with a strong ability to meet and surpass targets
Deep understanding of consumer trends within the APAC region, particularly in the luxury, lifestyle, and premium segments
Ability to analyze data and market insights to identify opportunities and optimize activations
Extensive experience working with lifestyle retailers, high-end department stores, and premium e-commerce platforms
Familiar with activating retail spaces, POS campaigns, and brand activations in urban, trend-driven markets
Deep understanding of APAC markets with a network of retailer contacts
Fluent in English, with regional language skills considered a plus
Familiar with the latest digital and social media trends, with an understanding of how to leverage online platforms for retail activation and brand storytelling
Nice to have:
Regional language skills considered a plus
What we offer:
Re-location support: visa/work permit application, local authority registration, and home finding service