B2B Senior Marketing Associate - Amsterdam, Brussels

About Klarna

Klarna was founded in Stockholm, Sweden in 2005. Since then we've changed the banking industry forever. And now we're creating the world's smoothest shopping experience. We serve over 90 million consumers worldwide, and partner with 250,000 merchants – with a new merchant joining us every 8 minutes. Including some of the world's leading brands, such as H&M, ASOS, IKEA, Adidas, Samsung and Lufthansa. Our offices are spread over 17 different markets, hosted by 5000+ employees from 100+ nationalities.

About Klarna
Klarna makes shopping smooth. And we do it with flair because shopping is fun. Every day, we help customers, businesses, and partners explore just how smooth the modern shopping experience can be. It means we’re constantly changing the game. Always trying out new things. And we encourage our people to do the same. To grow. To develop. Because we don’t believe roles have to stay fixed. Instead, we inspire our people to take an irregular career path. As a company of over 350 dynamic start-ups, our whole business is built for it. So once you’re in, there’s no telling what will happen next. 

Do you think you can contribute to reaching our goal to become the world’s favorite way to shop? We are looking to hire great people, who are passionate about using their talents to generate success. Marketing is no exception! We are currently looking for an entry- to mid-level marketing talent to join us in our journey to create a smoooth world.

What you will do.
Working in B2B Marketing at Klarna means using world-class marketing strategies to ensure retail decision-makers know and love Klarna. We look beyond traditional B2B tactics to surprise and delight the industry. You will use brand marketing to build awareness of Klarna for Business, through media partnerships, events, paid media, and multi-channel campaigns. You will drive lead gen through reports, gated content, and partner initiatives. You’ll work closely with digital marketers, content creators, and agencies to ensure Klarna for Business is top-of-mind in the industry. You will lead B2B marketing in Netherlands and Belgium, working closely with senior management to set and meet the goals for the region.

Responsibilities

  • Own budget, planning, and KPIs for annual NL & BE marketing plans across all B2B channels.
  • Ideate and execute tentpole brand marketing campaigns that drive awareness, engagement, and preference.
  • Collaborate with other marketers across the global organization.
  • Build the regional marketing team to support our business goals for each market within the NL+BE region.
  • Develop lead generation campaigns for all business sizes, targeting MQL goalsLead briefing, development, and execution of creatives for marketing campaigns.
  • Foster meaningful relationships with media partners to negotiate cost-effective and impactful partnerships, inclusive of media buys, event sponsorships, content, and other creative opportunities.
  • Own KPIs and performance of all initiatives and use the data to optimize future projects.
  • Lead both industry and owned events, ensuring we show up in the most Klarna-like, creative way.
  • Become a partner to sales, ensuring all activities engage top prospects and support sales initiatives.

Who You Are

  • 3-5+ years of experience in marketing.
  • A B2B marketer that thinks like a B2C marketer — nothing is too crazy to try.
  • A proven ability to perform against aggressive, ever-changing goals.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
  • A marketing generalist who has an understanding of every channel and how they play into your marketing mix — from events to paid marketing and emails.
  • You push the envelope and are constantly looking for new ways to approach projects.
  • You’re a relationship builder, who is passionate about understanding people and their needs.
  • An understanding of online marketing principles, and strategy.
  • A high level of interpersonal, written, verbal, negotiation, and presentation skills.
  • A collaborative work style with demonstrated successful interactions with both internal and external partiesHands-on, get it done attitude.
  • Willing to roll up sleeves and dig in when the situation arises.
  • Fluency in Dutch and English is a must. French it is a plus.
Please submit your CV in English when applying to the role.

Klarna is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and candidates. Please refrain from including your picture and age with your application.