The posting
The Opportunity:
Spiceworks Ziff Davis is looking for a seasoned, visionary marketing executive to lead and elevate our global B2B marketing organization. This role will shape the full-funnel, multi-brand marketing strategy and execution for our growth agenda and market leadership in the tech-marketing solutions space. The VP Marketing will partner with the Managing Director – B2B, Sales leadership, Product, Finance, and other functional leaders to drive revenue, build brand equity, expand global markets, and lead a high-performing marketing organization.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the creation and execution of the global B2B marketing strategy for the organization’s clients and Audience Product Offering that aligns with the company’s business objectives, product roadmap, customer segmentation and expansion strategy (regions, verticals, logos).
- Own the marketing P&L: Develop and manage a significant marketing budget, allocate investment across growth channels, partnerships, brand, community, and demand generation, measure ROI and adapt investments accordingly.
- Build, develop and scale a world-class, global marketing organization: define structure (Growth Marketing, Marketing Strategy & Solutions, Sales Enablement, Brand & Community), hire senior marketing leaders (Directors/Heads), define goals, KPI framework, culture, and leadership bench.
- Drive demand generation, account-based marketing (ABM), account retention/expansion, and funnel optimization at scale: ensure robust lead pipelines, marketing-sourced pipelines, new logo acquisition, existing account growth, and global channel/partner activation.
- Lead brand transformation: refine and elevate the company’s global brand positioning, messaging, taglines, and communication strategies across all channels and geographies. Ensure consistent brand experience and communicate thought leadership in the tech-B2B marketing space.
- Leverage the unique community, data assets, and platform of Spiceworks: develop ecosystem/partner marketing programs, community engagement strategies, data-driven insight programs, intent-based marketing models, and differentiated value propositions for enterprise, strategic, and growth accounts.
- Collaborate closely with Sales leadership (VPs of Sales, regional heads) to align marketing and sales motions: drive sales enablement programs (training, materials, go-to-market execution), provide market intelligence, translate value props into executable campaigns, and ensure marketing plays a key role in revenue growth.
- Lead cross-functional strategy: partner with Product, Customer Success, Finance, Operations, and Analytics teams to influence product direction, customer programs, pricing strategy, market expansion, and new business models.
- Monitor market trends, the competitive landscape, and emerging technologies (MarTech, AI, marketing automation, and analytics), and identify growth opportunities (new segments, geographies, and M&A integrations) to keep the company ahead.
- Define and track marketing metrics: set and report on KPIs such as marketing-sourced revenue, pipeline contribution, CAC, CLV, funnel velocity, brand awareness/consideration, digital engagement, and community growth. Present results to executive leadership and the board as needed.
- Act as a thought leader and external ambassador: represent the company at industry forums, lead partnerships/alliances, manage analyst relations, and help build the corporate reputation and category leadership of the brand.
Job Qualifications:
- 15+ years of progressive marketing leadership experience, ideally in B2B technology or marketing solutions sectors, with global and multi-brand experience.
- 10+ years managing senior marketing leaders (Directors/Heads) across multiple disciplines and geographies.
- Proven track record of driving revenue growth, scaling marketing organizations, building global brand identity, and managing large budgets and marketing P&L.
- Strong business acumen, data-driven mindset, and commercial orientation; ability to reflect marketing performance in terms meaningful to sales and executive leadership.
- Demonstrated experience in global, matrixed organizations and comfort working across regions (Americas, EMEA, APAC) and multiple markets.
- Excellent communication, presentation, and executive presence; ability to influence C-suite, board members and external stakeholders.
- A strategic thinker and transformational leader with strong change-management credentials that can lead the evolution of marketing from tactical execution to a strategic growth engine.
- A Bachelor's degree, with an MBA or a relevant master’s degree being preferred.
- Experience in technology marketing, martech, data analytics, digital marketing, and community/partner marketing models is highly desirable.
- Upbeat, opportunistic mindset that embraces ambiguity, drives innovation, and builds scalable marketing programs in global, fast-growing environments.
About Spiceworks Ziff Davis
Spiceworks Ziff Davis (SWZD) powers Authentic Connections™ for B2B tech vendors with insights and solutions that enable them to navigate a complex buying journey. We leverage a unique combination of first-party and third-party intent with firmographic and technographic data for unmatched visibility and valuable context into evolving buyer needs. Our key competitive advantage is in our owned and operated network of Community, Tools, Apps, Content, Research and Demand Gen brands. A division of Ziff Davis (NASDAQ: ZD), SWZD is a global leader in intent-backed, full-funnel marketing solutions that fuel pipeline and revenue growth for B2B sales and marketing organizations.
Our Benefits
Spiceworks Ziff Davis offers competitive salaries in addition to robust, health and wellness-focused benefits, including comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, as well as life and disability benefits. Our employees enjoy Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs), a 401(k) with company match, and an Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
We are committed to work-life balance with Flexible Time Off, Volunteer Time Off, and paid holidays. We offer family building and caregiving support and generous Family Care and Parental leave, when you need it. We also provide Fitness Reimbursement and access to wellness programs, ensuring our team stays healthy both physically and mentally.
At Spiceworks Ziff Davis, we remain dedicated to creating an environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to succeed. We offer Employee Resource Groups, company-sponsored events, and regular opportunities for professional growth through educational support, mentorship programs, and career development resources. Our employees are recognized and celebrated through employee engagement programs and recognition awards.
If you're seeking a dynamic and collaborative work environment where you can see the direct impact of your performance and thrive both personally and professionally, then Spiceworks Ziff Davis is the place for you.
Compensation Range
Spiceworks Ziff Davis provides a range for the base pay. Factors that may be used to determine your actual pay may include your specific job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and geographic location. The base salary compensation for this role is $195,000 - $225,000. Individual pay within the compensation range for this business unit specific role is determined based on a variety of factors including experience, scope of the role, capabilities to perform the role, education, and training, as well as business and company performance.
Spiceworks Ziff Davis is an Equal Opportunity Employer. At Spiceworks Ziff Davis, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) has always been about fairness, equal opportunity, and belonging. We are committed to maintaining a safe and professional work environment for all employees.
