Senior Manager, Trade Marketing, EU (12-Month Contract) (Retail)

Location: United Kingdom. The successful candidate must be authorized to work in the UK and should be willing to travel up to 25%, including periodic visits to WHOOP headquarters in Boston, MA.

Hourly pay: £40–£45/hr.

Company

WHOOP develops performance-focused wearable technology that helps members understand their bodies and daily lives.

What you will do

• Lead and develop a team of three trade marketing professionals through direction, coaching, prioritization, and accountability.
• Own EU trade marketing strategy across retail partners and markets, including integrated plans, product launches, seasonal campaigns, in-store activations, and digital retail initiatives.
• Partner with EU Sales, retail accounts, Brand Marketing, Market Management, Creative, and Operations to align investments with commercial priorities and regional growth opportunities.
• Oversee point-of-sale materials, merchandising displays, digital content, and retail associate training, ensuring consistent and localized brand execution.
• Manage regional budgets and performance measurement using sales data, retailer insights, and campaign results to evaluate ROI and improve retail performance.
• Maintain business continuity, stakeholder relationships, accountability, and operational momentum throughout the contract period.

Requirements

• 8+ years of experience in trade marketing, retail marketing, channel marketing, or related commercial marketing functions, ideally in consumer technology, consumer electronics, premium lifestyle, or similarly fast-paced consumer brands.
• Demonstrated experience leading and developing teams, setting priorities, and driving results within an existing organization.
• Strong understanding of the European retail landscape, including major retail partners, omnichannel strategies, regional market dynamics, and localization requirements.
• Proven experience developing and executing retail marketing strategies and integrated campaigns that improve sell-through, brand visibility, and customer engagement.
• Strong commercial and analytical skills, including marketing budget management, campaign evaluation, and translating performance data into recommendations.
• Exceptional stakeholder management, communication, and relationship-building skills with senior internal leaders and external retail partners across multiple markets.
• Ability to assess priorities, navigate ambiguity, work in a fast-paced environment, and balance strategic leadership with hands-on execution.
• Strong commitment to using AI tools in day-to-day work while maintaining the same quality standards as personal contributions.
• UK work authorization required.

Culture & Benefits

• 12-month contract providing maternity leave coverage for a key leadership position.
• Work within an established European retail business and collaborate across commercial, marketing, creative, and operations functions.
• Travel up to 25%, including periodic visits to the Boston headquarters.
• Access to locally applicable benefits programs for eligible employees.
• WHOOP promotes an inclusive environment and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.