Head of Global Media

At Swarovski, where innovation meets inspiration, our people desire to explore, experience and create. As a Global Head of Media you will get a chance to work in a rewarding role within a diverse team that is pushing boundaries. Be part of a truly iconic global brand, learn and grow with us. We’re bold and inventive, revealing astonishing things like no one else can. A world of wonder awaits you.

About the job

Your responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Lead the media transformation and strategy for the brand in line with brand ambitions.

• Develop global media strategies, set budget and priorities and create media guidelines across all touch points, offline and digital.

• Approve local media plans by country in line with guidelines and budget.

• Manage media agency relationships, including negotiations & media audits, ensuring global media performance by monitoring and regularly reviewing the current status quo.

• Continuously analyze and optimize media investment by conducting market research.

• Ensure effective and continuous interaction with local market media teams.

• Lead the global media team (directly) and local communications managers (indirectly), fully embracing the Win as One value.

• Coordinate media budget and plans across 35+ different markets to ensure brand consistency and effectiveness.

About you

We are looking for a unique and amazing talent, who brings along the following:

• Master’s Degree in a relevant field.

• 10 years of experience within a multinational company.

• Deep understanding of the media and luxury industries.

• Previous experience on the agency side is a plus.

• Strong leadership and cross-functional collaboration skills.

• Ability to work effectively across departments, particularly in influencer marketing and social media, to ensure a cohesive media strategy that aligns with ROI targets.

• A strategic mindset with the courage to take risks and propose disruptive, innovative solutions that align with our vision and long-term goals.

• Comprehensive knowledge of both digital and traditional media landscapes.

• Strong project management capabilities.

• Proficiency in analyzing data to make informed and impactful decisions.

What we offer

You can expect a range of benefits, including:

• Swarovski products discounts

• Full coverage of accident insurance

• Attractive pension fund conditions

• Subsidized public transportation or free parking

• Employee canteen with buffet

Masters of Light Since 1895

Swarovski creates beautiful crystal-based products of impeccable quality and craftsmanship that bring joy and celebrate individuality.

Founded in 1895 in Austria, the company designs, manufactures and sells the world's finest crystal, gemstones, Swarovski Created Diamonds and zirconia, jewelry, and accessories, as well as crystal objects and home accessories. Swarovski Crystal Business has a global reach with approximately 2,400 stores and 6,700 points of sales in around 140 countries and employs more than 18,000 people. Together with its sister companies Swarovski Optik (optical devices) and Tyrolit (abrasives), Swarovski Crystal Business forms the Swarovski Group. A responsible relationship with people and the planet is part of Swarovski’s heritage. Today this legacy is rooted in sustainability measures across the value chain, with an emphasis on circular innovation, championing diversity, inclusion and self-expression, and in the philanthropic work of the Swarovski Foundation, which supports charitable organizations bringing positive environmental and social impact.

Swarovski is an equal opportunity employer. We give our people the guts to celebrate individuality and pride ourselves on creating a workplace where people feel involved, respected, valued, connected, and heard. A place where anyone/everyone belongs. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under the law of the countries we operate in.

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