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Full-Time

Sr. Manager

Brand Marketing

Posted on 6/25/2024

Allbirds

Allbirds

501-1,000 employees

Sustainable footwear made from natural materials

Social Impact
Consumer Goods

Compensation Overview

$142k - $155kAnnually

+ Bonus + Equity

Senior

San Francisco, CA, USA + 1 more

More locations: Portland, OR, USA

Hybrid work culture with in-office days on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays, and remote work on Mondays and Fridays.

Category
Brand & Creative Marketing
Growth & Marketing
Required Skills
Sales
Marketing
Requirements
  • 8+ years of brand management experience in the fashion, footwear or culture space
  • Highly strategic, creatively minded and results oriented marketer
  • Practical experience running a wide variety of marketing programs
  • Strong ability to translate product insights, cultural trends and merchandising details into unique narratives
  • Exceptional leadership and collaboration skills
  • Ability to extract insights from multiple data sources
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills
  • Highly self-motivated, team player
  • Relentlessly curious and knowledgeable about the consumer
  • Possess a growth mindset
Responsibilities
  • Lead the strategy and oversee the execution of integrated marketing programs
  • Ownership of seasonal storytelling for product launches
  • Craft insights-driven creative briefs
  • Build and maintain collaboration with creative partners
  • Communicate clear and measurable sales goals
  • Collaborate with various marketing functions
  • Develop deep knowledge of target audience
  • Share marketing strategies and plans
  • Manage production and media investment budgets

Allbirds specializes in creating sustainable and comfortable footwear made from natural materials like wool and tree fibers. The company sells its products directly to consumers through its website and select retail locations, allowing for competitive pricing and a controlled customer experience. Allbirds stands out by measuring and reducing the carbon footprint of its products, aiming for zero carbon emissions, while also emphasizing comfort with a 30-day trial period for customer satisfaction. Their goal is to provide high-quality, eco-friendly footwear that meets the needs of environmentally conscious consumers.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$302.5M

Headquarters

San Francisco, California

Founded

2016

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

-5%

1 year growth

-8%

2 year growth

-6%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • The appointment of a new VP of Design and CEO could bring fresh perspectives and drive innovation.
  • Partnerships with AlYasra Fashion and Primer Group indicate potential for significant market expansion, particularly in SEA.
  • The launch of new products like the Tree Runner Go sneaker shows a focus on core products, which could strengthen brand loyalty.

What critics are saying

  • Economic challenges and consumer demand for deals may impact Allbirds' strategy to limit promotions and maintain full-price sales.
  • The delisting warning from Nasdaq and plans to close some U.S. stores highlight financial instability and potential downsizing.

What makes Allbirds unique

  • Allbirds' commitment to sustainability, including creating the world's first carbon zero shoes, sets it apart in the footwear industry.
  • Their direct-to-consumer model allows for better control over brand and customer experience, unlike traditional retail models.
  • The use of natural materials like wool and tree fibers not only enhances comfort but also appeals to eco-conscious consumers.

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