Marketing Manager (Maternity Cover)

Accountabilities:: Manage and develop the affiliate marketing program, including partner onboarding, commission structures, payment processing, performance monitoring, and regular reporting. Take ownership of the existing partner, affiliate, and influencer portfolio, maintaining strong relationships with photographers, industry associations, event partners, and content creators. Identify and onboard new strategic partners and influencers to expand brand awareness, strengthen market presence, and generate qualified business opportunities. Develop, launch, and evaluate B2B marketing campaigns targeting key customer segments across the DACH region, including sports clubs, media agencies, and brand teams. Collaborate closely with the customer success team to identify customer needs, refine campaign messaging, and improve lead-generation and conversion performance. Design and execute marketing experiments to identify the most effective acquisition channels, messages, and strategies for reaching target audiences. Plan, coordinate, and manage the company's participation in photography festivals, trade shows, and industry events, overseeing the entire process from preparation and booth management to lead follow-up. Organize community-focused initiatives, including photographer meetups, workshops, and collaborative events with industry partners. Convert event interactions and partnership activities into qualified leads, track campaign performance, and assess the commercial impact of each initiative. Analyze marketing results and partner performance to identify opportunities for improvement, optimize resource allocation, and prioritize the most effective growth activities. Take independent ownership of marketing projects from planning and execution through performance evaluation, ensuring continuity and measurable progress throughout the maternity cover period. Requirements: At least 4 years of professional experience in B2B SaaS marketing, with proven responsibility for managing and executing marketing campaigns or partner and affiliate programs from start to finish. Strong written and verbal communication skills in both German and English, with the ability to independently create landing pages, marketing emails, campaign messaging, and other marketing content in both languages. Native-level German is not required. Previous hands-on experience managing affiliate, influencer, or strategic partnership programs, including partner acquisition, relationship management, and performance monitoring. Demonstrated experience planning and executing industry events, trade shows, or exhibitions, with a clear understanding of how to generate and measure business value from event participation. Strong understanding of B2B lead generation, campaign execution, and customer acquisition strategies, preferably within the DACH market. Excellent analytical skills and confidence working with marketing performance data, conversion metrics, and reporting to make informed business decisions. Ability to translate marketing insights into practical actions, identify underperforming initiatives, and continuously optimize campaigns and partnerships. A versatile, hands-on marketing mindset, with the ability to identify priorities, take initiative, and deliver results independently in a small team environment. Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to coordinate multiple campaigns, partnerships, and events simultaneously. Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with internal teams and external partners. Experience or a genuine interest in photography, creative industries, or related professional communities is a strong advantage. Adaptability, resourcefulness, and a proactive approach to working in a fast-moving environment with minimal bureaucracy and evolving priorities. Benefits: 100% remote working arrangements, allowing you to work from anywhere. Flexible working hours, giving you the freedom to organize your schedule around your productivity and personal commitments. High levels of autonomy and trust, with the opportunity to manage projects and make decisions independently. Minimal bureaucracy and streamlined decision-making processes, allowing you to focus on meaningful work and maintain momentum. A friendly, supportive, and collaborative team environment where colleagues share knowledge and help one another succeed. Access to a global network of SaaS professionals, entrepreneurs, and industry experts who regularly exchange ideas, expertise, and best practices. Flexible time-off arrangements to support personal well-being and work-life balance. Significant ownership from day one, with direct responsibility for marketing segments, partnerships, and growth initiatives. Opportunities to exchange knowledge and develop professionally within an international SaaS community. A competitive, location-adjusted compensation package aligned with local market benchmarks. The salary range will be communicated in writing before the first interview. A 12-month fixed-term opportunity offering meaningful responsibility and the chance to contribute directly to the growth of a successful digital product.