VP Marketing

Madison Heights, MI (On-site)

Salary Not AvailableDirector/Executive10+ years expFull time

Posted 4 months ago

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Job Summary

Drive marketing leadership for Sika's automotive/industrial segments through strategic planning and cross-functional execution.

  • Own the development and on-time execution of the 1-year marketing plan with Sales Management.
  • Must-have: Product Management experience and a minimum of 10 years in marketing/sales, preferably in Automotive.
  • Standout: MBA desired and strong market research to size target segments and competitive positioning.

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Manage internal Marketing and Product Management team for effectiveness and performance to expectations
  • Align departmental resources and activities to the aligned and agreed on business KOI's and driven strategies
  • Conduct market research and analysis to determine size and attractiveness of targeted market segments
  • Understand Sika's market share vs. competition, measure it regularly and strategize for growth
  • Complete competitive analysis as required to support product position vs competitive threats
  • Assist in development of a 3-year strategic plan
  • Develop a 1-year marketing plan with Sales Management and implement on-time according to established budget
  • Manage the internal RFP process for approval of development projects
  • Support Sales to support NBS- new booked sales targets
  • Oversee internal communications where requested (Newsletters, special events)
  • Manage special projects introduced by Senior Executive Staff as required

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in business, Marketing, or Technical field of study
  • MBA is most desirable
  • Minimum of 10 years' experience in a marketing/sales role
  • Product Management experience is required
  • Minimum of 5 years' experience in the Automotive Industry
  • High level of communication skills

Preferred

Benefits

  • 401k with Generous Company Match
  • Bonuses
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Life Insurance
  • Disability Insurance
  • Paid time off, Paid holidays
  • Floating holidays + Paid Volunteer Time
  • Wellness/Fitness Reimbursements
  • Education Assistance
  • Professional Development Opportunities
  • Employee Referral Program & More!
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Sika AG

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Sika is a specialty chemicals company with a globally leading position in the development and production of systems and products for bonding, sealing, damping, reinforcing, and protection in the building sector and industrial manufacturing. Sika has subsidiaries in 102 countries around the world and, in over 400 factories, produces innovative technologies for customers worldwide. In doing so, it plays a crucial role in enabling the transformation of the construction and transportation sector toward greater environmental compatibility. With more than 34,000 employees, the company generated sales of CHF 11.76 billion in 2024.On Sika's LinkedIn page we share our most important corporate news and job openings, as well as a broad mix of content from our Sika subsidiaries around the world.Your Career at Sika:https://www.sika.com/en/career.htmlPrivacy Notice: https://www.sika.com/en/footer/privacy-notice.html

Founded in 1910
Meierskappel, Lucerne, CHE
19K employees (783 in marketing)
74% recommend to a friend
84% CEO approval

Traffic Signals

Monthly Visitors
1.8M
Monthly Google Ads Budget
$1.5K
Traffic Source Mix
Search
71.4%
Direct
24.4%
Referral
2.8%
Social
0.6%
Paid
0.7%

Headcount Trend

Current headcount: ~19.3K

Marketing Team

Marketing Team Size
783 (4% of company)

Funding

Total Funding
$1.3B
Last Raise
$749.6M
Post IPO Debt, 4 months ago

Funding History

  • Nov 2025
    Post IPO Debt • $749.6M
  • Mar 2025
    Post IPO Debt • $557.5M

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