Marketing Executive, Golf (UK&I)

Marketing Executive, Golf (UK&I)

At Wilson, we are here to empower every human to live like an athlete. Passion. Creativity. Integrity. Teamwork. Ambition. Innovation. These are the qualities that have made Wilson Sporting Goods Co. the number one sports equipment brand in the world. We come together to win, grow, and celebrate. We all play for Team Wilson. We all have a role to play within our organization and are working towards the same goal. One team, one dream.

We believe that being an athlete isn’t something you do, it’s who you are. It’s a universal code of conduct, a way of seeing the world and how you show up every day. We seek out diverse voices and welcome all perspectives. Our team is composed of individuals with unique backgrounds, points of view and experiences. These perspectives create a rich and diverse culture in which we learn from one another through empathy and inclusion.

Evolving the sports world and being the best partner for players, athletes, and our community is no small task. We are continually looking to add enthusiastic, ambitious, team-first individuals who desire to make a difference —and who love to help others win. Together, we will create a better world through sport. Join us.

We are currently seeking a Marketing Executive our for UK & Ireland Golf business, to lead the creation and execution of seasonal marketing plans aligned with brand goals, to boost sales, drive sell-through  and brand awareness. 

As a Marketing Executive, you will:

• Plan and execute marketing strategies aligned with brand objectives
• Work closely with the sales team to support trade partners and drive retail performance
• Manage relationships and campaigns with PR, retail and media partners and stakeholders
• Lead the management of the UK&I marketing budget
• Build and nurture relationships with Wilson brand ambassadors, particularly through green grass accounts.
• Manage digital assets including product catalogues, training platforms, and updates to Wilson.com.

This role requires passion for the sport of golf, ideally with a marketing or business degree or similar qualification and 2+ years of experience in a similar hands-on marketing role.  Other requirements include:

• Extensive knowledge of golf, the market, products and industry, including consumer trends and competitive activity
• Ability to travel independently to support events in the UK/Ireland with occasional international travel
• Ability to influence and negotiate with others
• Strong oral and written English communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills, analytical ability, and strategic vision
• Strong computer proficiency in Microsoft Office: Outlook, Word, Excel, Power Point
• Knowledge of SAP is preferred
• Right to live and work in the UK

What We’ll Provide

• Competitive Salary
• Pension (8% employer, 5% employee contribution)
• Life Assurance
• Private Healthcare
• Employee Purchase scheme
• 26 days annual leave + Bank Holidays