Karriere

Job Description

Reporting to: Events & Sponsorship Manager

Scope of Role:

Horseware Ireland, the leading global manufacturer of horse and rider clothing, is seeking to recruit a suitably enthusiastic and motivated individual for the position of Marketing Executive, based in our HQ in Dundalk. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain extensive experience in a wide array of marketing activities.

The Role:

• Co-ordinate promotional activities including participation in trade fairs, exhibitions, photoshoots etc.
• Administrative duties in developing and implementing marketing strategies.
• Undertake a range of marketing and promotional activities for the company including mailshots, press releases, exhibitions, promotional literature and social media.
• Maintain and build relationships through sponsorship with existing and potential brand ambassadors including riders and influencers.
• Manage and track the distribution of stock to sponsored riders, events, media and ambassadors.
• Help identify and evaluate riders and influencers who match our target audience and brand strategy.
• Provide regular reports, including competitors’ profiles and market analysis to assist the team with decision making.
• Undertake research and analysis of the market opportunities available.
• Manage the range sheets and accompanying descriptors, liaising with the R&D team to ensure accurate information is relayed to the marketing team and web developers.
• Responsible for the social media (Instagram, Twitter, Facebook) presence onsite at events.

Knowledge and skills:

• Degree in Marketing or equivalent
• Knowledge and experience of the equestrian industry is essential
• Strong desire to learn along with professional drive
• Solid understanding of different marketing techniques
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent knowledge of MS Office and the various social media channels
• Passion for the marketing industry and its best practices
• Positive, open, can do attitude and demeanor
• Excellent attention to detail required
• A full clean driver’s license is required for this role.

How to Apply:

If you would like to apply, please forward your CV & cover letter to the following email address  recruitment@horseware.com.