DACH Marketing Manager

DACH Marketing Manager

Remote - Europe

As Ahrefs continues to experience strong growth, particularly in German speaking markets, we are seeking a dynamic and hands-on DACH marketing manager to lead our marketing efforts in this strategic region. Reporting directly to the Head of International Marketing, this is a brand new role that will be a key part of our passionate and talented global marketing team.

Responsibilities:

• Serve as the driving force behind Ahrefs' marketing efforts in the German speaking market, taking a hands-on approach to all aspects of the marketing mix
• Develop and execute common sense marketing strategies to drive brand awareness, lead generation, and customer acquisition 
• Directly manage the creation and localization of content, including blog posts, social media updates, email campaigns, and other digital assets
• Manage all German related marketing activities including content creation, events, partnerships, and public relations. 
• Lead offers in educating the German market in SEO/AI Search/AI Marketing best practices, placing Ahrefs front and center. 
• Organize and participate in key marketing events, such as networking events, conferences, and customer meetups, to build relationships and generate leads
• Analyze market trends, competitor activities, and customer insights to identify opportunities and continuously optimize marketing initiatives
• Report on performance to senior leadership

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in marketing leadership roles, preferably in the technology or SaaS industry. Primarily focused on localization and adapting content from English-speaking markets to German-speaking audiences, creating promotional materials, and organizing local meetups.
• Good knowledge in using Ahrefs product and understanding of its application in the German market.
• Experience in SEO is considered a big plus 
• Proven track record of developing and executing successful marketing strategies in the German market for global companies
• Ability to go after quick wins in the first few months in the role, keep what’s working, and develop a mid- to long-term strategy tailored to the local market while working as a one-person team (to start with).
• Excellent content creation and digital marketing skills, with the ability to produce high-quality assets
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams
• Native in German and fluent in English, both written and verbal