Havana Club is the third-largest international rum brand worldwide and the global market leader in the super-premium and higher-quality rum segment. The brand is exported to over 125 countries worldwide, with its key export markets being Europe (Germany, France, Spain, UK) and America (Mexico, Canada, Chile, Argentina). 

Germany represents Havana Club's biggest export market and is the #1 rum in Germany, with a broad portfolio covering the iconic Havana Club 3 Years Old, as well as flavored products (Havana Club Mango Lime), high-end products (Havana Club Iconica range), and ready-to-drink offerings. 

To fuel our growth and strengthen our creative team, we are looking for a Global Creative Content Manager (CCM) for Havana Club. The position is based in Cologne, Germany, but reports to the Havana Club International global team in Paris, France, (with a dotted line within Pernod Ricard Deutschland). This means the position will also requires regular trips to Paris. 

Your responsibilities

You support the Global Havana Club Team to develop the Global Campaign and Cultural platform and lead all specific adaptations and roll-outs for Germany.

You act as the bridge between the Global Team in Paris and the Local Market in Cologne.

You adapt and roll out the global strategy to Germany.

You flag needs and specificities from Germany to the Global Team.

You support, if needed, other markets in Europe (France, UK, Spain) by adapting and rolling out global assets to their markets.

You flag creative needs and specificities to the Global Team.

You manage relationships with creative agencies and partners (including cost control): the global agency and/or its local affiliate, local specialist agencies, local contacts of global partners, or local partners.

You ensure brand visual consistency is maintained across all touchpoints.

You explore new avenues in terms of partnerships, experiences, collaborations, and more.

Overall, the position is central to helping take Havana Club to the next creative level and continue its unique cultural position through creativity in the campaigns and assets produced, in the experiences it offers to consumers, as well as the partnerships the brand establishes within the relevant cultural world. 

Your profile

You hold a university degree in business, marketing, or a related field.

You bring 5–8 years of professional experience in a lifestyle brand and/or leading lifestyle agencies.

You have solid experience working on brands with strong lifestyle and cultural resonance.

You bring strong agency experience, either from working within one or from leading work across several functions such as creative, media, lifestyle/culture, experiential, influencer, or PR.

You demonstrate strong project management skills.

You maintain a good agency network in Germany, which is considered a plus.

You have a strong interest and affinity for German lifestyle trends in music, fashion, collaborations, and experiences, with the ability to identify new trends.

You have experience leading and developing creative campaigns (global and/or local) from start to finish.

You show strong proactivity and the ability to manage tasks effectively under remote management.

You are capable of working with multiple stakeholders across both Germany and France.

You are a strong storyteller with the ability to bring people onboard with new ideas.

You have experience navigating internal politics and managing multiple internal and external stakeholders.

You are fluent in English.

You ideally speak German, with French and Spanish considered a plus.

You are proficient in PowerPoint, Excel, and Photoshop or other editing software.

WHAT WE OFFER YOU

"Convivialité" – the spirit of togetherness – is a core part of our company culture that connects us across borders. At Pernod Ricard, it's not just about collaboration, but also about the fun and passion we bring to our daily work.

We value strong interpersonal relationships, which is why we offer a hybrid working model with flexible hours – giving you the freedom to work in a way that suits you and your team best. Work-life balance is a top priority for us.

Our modern open-plan office in the heart of Cologne is designed around your needs – with focus rooms, phone booths, a Zen room, and more. We foster flat hierarchies, a first-name culture, and regularly host team events to celebrate our shared achievements.

You'll also enjoy the following benefits with us:

You have all bridge days off, in addition to your regular annual leave (30 days).

Are you into sports? We offer you Urban Sports Club membership and a leasing offer for Jobrad.

Your mental health is as important to us as your physical health: In addition to our Mental Health First Aiders, you have access to the EAP (Employee Assistance Program) hotline and Instahelp for confidential support and counseling.

Apart from discounts on our products, you'll find other exciting corporate benefits with us (discounts, language courses, and more).

We offer you individual development opportunities tailored to your interests and talents (e.g., through workshops and online courses).

We provide you with the opportunity to work abroad or take a sabbatical.

We support you with a 20% contribution to company pension schemes.

You're entitled to paid child sick days and paid care days to take time off for family care needs.

Last but not least: Don't live in Cologne (or within reach)? No problem. We cover your moving costs if necessary for the job.

Sounds good?

Then join our convivial team at Pernod Ricard Germany. Your recruiter for this position is Linda.
We welcome applications from qualified individuals – regardless of gender, sexual identity, age, background, or nationality. People with migration backgrounds, people of color, people with disabilities, returnees, parents, and LGBTQ+ individuals are equally welcome. Diversity enriches our team!
For data protection reasons, please submit your application exclusively via our online portal. Applications via other channels cannot be processed.

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