Strategic Marketing Manager, Traverse

Assistant Marketing Manager – Chevrolet Traverse is to provide support and oversee the lifecycle management of Traverse and Chevy Safety Assist, including development and execution of the marketing strategy through positioning, pricing, packaging, messaging, and various cross-functional marketing activities in support of business objectives. Job responsibilities also include understanding the customer, competition, and the segment dynamics, identifying market trends, appropriate packaging and preparing for the next generation vehicles. This position reports to the Marketing Manager. Responsibilities Collaborate and deliver in developing positioning, marketing strategy, strategic briefs, and marketing plans for Traverse and Chevy Safety Assist Leverage marketing information, segment trends and competitive facing material to uncover key consumer insights, competitive opportunities and execute on the insights. Lead the development of monthly go-to-market plan recommendations including sales forecast, competitive/market intelligence, product mix, and incentive requirements in the Sales/Marketing/Scheduling (SMS) process. Ensure all consumer communications, dealer communications, press releases, playbook, dealer order guides, etc. are messaged effectively and include correct information. For mid-cycle and new major product launches, develop comprehensive launch plan with strong communication with Communications, Product and Advertising teams. Collaborate with Centers of Expertise (Media, Site, Social, CRM, Sales, Product and Finance) to further refine strategies and plans, including use of existing divisional and adjacency teams promotions. Collaborate with supply chain, scheduling, and order fulfillment teams to understand, anticipate, and drive creative resolution to production and forecasting issues. Interface with the research community to develop and leverage insights for current and future product with leadership reporting for awareness and strategic decision making. Participate in trade‑off decisions/conflict resolution between Centers of Expertise (Brands, Product, Finance, Pricing) Develop communications message based on critical product attributes and market trends to provide foundation for consumer, dealer, wholesale, and media messages. Develop content for product training as the SME of the vehicle including field training guides, Trailering resources, and dealer‑facing training. Analyze data with cross‑functional communications to Sales Ops, Regional Teams and Finance on incentive strategy and execution. Manage the marketing vehicle fleet and provide support for cross‑functional pattern ordering. Act as a resource to the Field teams by developing clear and consistent communications including brand updates, recommended ordering configurations, and constraints. Leverage strong Data & Analytical skills to develop recommendations and POVs for current and future vehicle product using information obtained from PDM and insights teams. Implement innovative strategies to elevate the customer experience, to achieve brand goals and improve profitability. Provide direction on creative work in terms of scope, key messages, and customer target; all within the context of Chevrolet umbrella positioning. Requirements Bachelor’s degree required 5+ years of brand/product marketing, market research, consumer insights or dealership field sales experience Proven working experience in project management Skills and Abilities Ability to work well in a complex team environment Ability to work effectively with others Ability to effectively manage multiple assignments and prioritization to meet deadlines Ability to synthesize data into critical information Ability to make/recognize effective trade‑off decisions that balance multiple considerations Excellent oral and written communications skills Highly developed presentation skills both in the development and delivery of presentation Proven ability to use complex data to form in-depth analytical insights High level of expertise within Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel and PowerPoint Ability to travel, 10–15% Domestically Preferred Qualifications Diverse marketing experiences preferred. Packaging, positioning, research, and pricing experience a bonus Dealer contact preferred #J-18808-Ljbffr General Motors