Marketing and PR Manager

Lotus Cars builds world-class, high-performance and lightweight sports cars that are sold all around the world.

Lotus Cars Belgium B.V. is the local Lotus entity aimed at promoting and developing the brand in the Belgian, Dutch and Luxembourg markets. To bring the company to the level we want it to be, we are looking for a Marketing & PR Manager BeNeLux in the Marketing Department to join us.

Summary:

The purpose of this role is to further develop the West Europe organization by implementing a wide scope of actions such as Dealer network support, events, PR activations, professional reporting processes and supporting Sales Team on daily performance. Additionally, taking over administrative tasks such as preparing internal and external presentations, quote / invoice / budget management and answering Dealer enquiries is part of this 360 role.

What you'll do:

• Support Sales Teams to develop processes and implement the Brand strategy
• Administrative management (quotes, invoices, etc.)
• Agency management
• Budget monitoring
• Develop internal reporting to track and monitor daily performance
• Continuously track KPIs and Leads generation to feed the funnel
• Constantly evolve and optimize processes, tools and reporting methodologies

• Create presentations for Top management team

• LOCAL & NATIONAL COMMUNICATION

• Media plan definition and implementation

• Proofreading and localization of prospect / customers emailing

• Development and implementation of local partnerships

• DEALER SUPPORT

• Network monitoring and support

• Local plan definition and implementation

• Monitoring the proper execution of local social media channels

• EVENT

• Events organisation / management

• Events reporting

• Cars and POS management

• PRESS

• PR vehicles logistics / media handover

• Press Release definition / follow-up
• Brand representation in front of prospects, customers and partners

What you'll bring:

Essential:

• Minimum 5 years of experience in Marketing and / or PR in automotive or Premium industry
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Analytical, creative and strategic thinking skills
• Solution-oriented mindset
• Hands-on mentality
• Attention to detail (Premium / Luxury environment)
• Ability to travel across the dedicated area
• Expertise in Microsoft Excel and Powerpoint
• Driving licence
• Fluent in English, Dutch and French required

Desirable:

• Ideally Bachelor or Master Studies in Marketing, Public Relations or Automotive Business
• Strong communication skills, ability to coordinate inter-departmental, number affinity, structured and process-driven way of working, solution-oriented

What we offer:

• We provide access to a company car scheme to make your commute smoother than a freshly waxed sports car.
• Enjoy your 30 holiday days, giving you ample opportunity to unwind, explore, or binge-watch your favourite shows.
• We work hybrid, meaning you will be in the office when necessary and you can work from home when you're needed there.
• We believe in taking care of ourselves, both inside and out. Our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and our 250€ wellness allowance, you can invest in activities that make you feel good.
• Work with an international crew and experience a delightful blend of cultures, languages, and perspectives.

Additional Information:

• This role will be working from our Brussels office within our flexible working policy
• Frequent travel will be required. Applicants must therefore possess the ability to travel freely without restrictions
• Candidates must be eligible to work in Belgium without VISA sponsorship.