At SKIM, we don’t just follow trends – we help shape them. As we continue to grow, we are looking for a Global Marketing Director in Rotterdam to take our brand to the next level!
For over 45 years, we’ve been trusted partners to the world’s largest CPG, technology, and healthcare companies. We specialize in understanding decision-making in innovation, brand communications, and pricing & revenue management. Our approach combines methodological rigor, marketing expertise, and deep client understanding to build lasting strategic partnerships.
With 11 offices across the US, Europe, Asia, and South America, we collaborate closely with clients to navigate the right strategies. Ranked #3 in GRIT’s most innovative research agencies, we continuously enhance our solutions. Above all, we foster a culture where smart, genuine people support each other, pursue their dreams, and thrive together.
The role
In this role, you are the global leader of Marketing, responsible for the overall global marketing strategy, company representation, PR & brand equity, marketing OKRs and targets, content strategy, supporting agency (e.g. PR) coordination and budgeting. You are responsible for ensuring a high performing marketing team (currently 4 people, located in Rotterdam) and work closely together with the (commercial) consultants and expertise leaders in the business. You report to the CEO.
Apart from global leadership, we expect you to drive the content marketing agenda, and be closely involved in the marketing content creation.
You will be based in Rotterdam, which is located right next to Rotterdam Central Station. SKIM offers a hybrid working environment.
Qualifications
You may be the perfect fit if your personality can be described as:
- energetic, entrepreneurial and always looking out for what’s next in marketing
- inspiring and collaborative with many different personalities and stakeholders
- strategic minded with a pragmatic approach to innovate and professionalize
What you bring:
- From 10 up to max 12 years of experience working in Marketing and at least 3 years leading a team
- a good understanding of what is needed in a growing company (scaling up)
- expertise in Content marketing, on a strategic and operational level
- experience in an international company and/or international background; eager to work across the globe
- English as native language
- Working hours minimal 32 hours per week.
Our offer
We believe that great work happens when people feel valued, supported and empowered. That’s why we offer more than just a salary. We create an environment where you can grow, thrive, and enjoy the journey. Here’s what you can expect:
- Performance based rewards – Annual bonus based on individual and company success
- A hybrid working environment
- A flat organizational structure where everyone is treated as equal regardless of any differences
- A place where taking initiative isn’t just encouraged. It’s valued
- Harmony between work and personal life
- A combination of learning through onboarding, active training programs, on-the-job and guidance from experienced SKIMmers
- A team that enjoys the ride – regular outings, events, and a culture that celebrates wins together
At SKIM, we value diversity, equity and inclusion. With increased diversity comes greater variety of perspectives, ideas and creativity, and we foster an environment where everyone feels welcome and comfortable to be their authentic selves. Therefore, we welcome diversity in applicants and base our hiring decisions regardless of age, race, color, religion, ethnicity, nationality, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, genetic characteristics, marital or military status.
Additional information
Thank you for taking the time to read the description of this role, and we look forward to reading your submission if this role sounds very exciting to you! We read each application carefully and will get back to you as soon as we can.
Please note that only completed applications, consisting of a resume and cover letter, written in English, will be considered.
