About the position
The CMO - Chief of Staff is a highly strategic and operational role that serves as a key advisor and right-hand partner to the Chief Marketing Officer of a $6.5B+ intelligent data infrastructure company. This leader is responsible for driving cross-functional alignment, optimizing the effectiveness of the Marketing Leadership Team (MLT), and ensuring smooth execution of marketing priorities in a fast-paced, global environment. By collaborating cross-functionally, you will assist in developing and managing resourcing plans, empowering our team to execute and innovate with agility. Additionally, you will serve as a critical partner to senior leaders, engaging in diverse ad hoc projects that span from business decision support to fostering relationships with external partners. Lastly, you will take charge as a Program Manager for key initiatives, driving both the strategic vision and seamless execution of projects.
Responsibilities
- Work closely with the CMO to define and execute the strategic marketing agenda.
- Lead annual and quarterly planning processes, drive data-driven future decisions, steer business initiatives from start to finish, and manage Marketing MBR, QBR, and EMBR processes.
- Act as a key facilitator for the Marketing Leadership Team (MLT), develop and track crucial OKRs and KPIs.
- Foster stronger cooperation between global, regional, and partner teams.
- Refine marketing and sales processes and governance models for increased efficiency and scalability.
- Identify ways to streamline communication and decision-making across organizations and lead effective meetings with excellent planning and coordination.
- Oversee and support specific projects and initiatives precisely.
- Handle budget and HR operations, including requisition approvals and headcount management.
- Support the CMO in talent management initiatives, including performance reviews, talent planning, and succession planning.
- Promote a culture of collaboration, innovation, and high performance within the marketing organization.
- Collaborate with HR to address talent related issues effectively.
Requirements
- Minimum of 15+ years of related work experience.
- Experience preferred in high-growth B2B technology, SaaS, or data storage industries.
- Proven track record of leading complex, cross-functional initiatives with executive stakeholders.
- Strong business acumen and adept at translating marketing and sales strategies into operational execution.
- Expertise in budget management, tracking OKRs and KPIs, and strategic planning.
- Exceptional communication, influencing, and stakeholder management skills.
- Highly organized, meticulous with details, capable of managing multiple projects in a fast-paced global environment.
- Experience with marketing analytics, CRM, and project management tools (e.g., Salesforce, Marketo, Asana, Smartsheet).
- Proven ability in organizing and directing multiple teams and departments.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Retirement or Pension Plans
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Various Leave options
- Performance-Based Incentives
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Restricted stocks (RSUs)
