Marketing Coordinator - Area

US Foods; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 33,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

US Foods in Portland, ME is seeking a Marketing Support Coordinator to lead local marketing activities in non-hub markets under the guidance of the Area Marketing Manager. You will design and execute marketing plays, manage event budgets, and coordinate with Sales, VP Marketing, and vendors to drive brand awareness and market share.

The role emphasizes cross-functional collaboration, on-site execution of activities, and effective communication with internal and external partners, with a standard

Qualifications

• Associates Degree or equivalent work experience required.
• Min 3 years related office experience.
• Proficient communication and ability to manage multiple tasks in a marketing support role.

Responsibilities

• Develop tactics for non-hub markets aligned with center and area initiatives.
• Design, create, and execute marketing plays and manage event spend.
• Oversee marketing and sales activities, organize objectives, and disseminate market information.

Skills

Time management

Communication

Self-motivation

CMS

Digital marketing

Marketing principles

Office administration

Education

Associates Degree or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

PowerPoint

Adobe InDesign

Job description

Join Our Community of Food People!

Leads marketing support to non-hub Markets within an Area, in alignment with national marketing objectives and initiatives. Works under the direct supervision of the Area Marketing Manager (AMM) to develop plays and lead execution of all local marketing activity that requires on-site execution and support (local Sales Meetings, customer events, product trainings and vendor/broker activities). Works closely with AMM, VP Merchandising & Marketing, and local VP of Sales, in executing annual marketing plan and marketing strategies to meet Key Results. Executes all local marketing communications and marketing events in conjunction with the Area Marketing Manager

**Schedule: Monday - Friday 8am - 4:30pm

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Develop tactics at the non-hub markets that align with the center and area initiatives. Support Area Marketing Manager in day-to-day needs.

Help design, create, and execute marketing plays, as well as manage spend on select events, meetings, sponsorships, and incentives held at the non-hub markets.

Oversee marketing and sales activities by organizing and expediting objectives, presentations, meetings, etc., as well as disseminating Market specific information quickly and accurately.

Collaborates with cross-functional teams: VP Sales, Specialists, Chefs and Merchandising team to deliver center led strategies that deliver brand awareness and strengthen market share. Helps craft marketing deliverables and oversees distribution of marketing and sales materials.

Oversees, local market activities that may include meetings, department activities, and/or conferences for attendees from multiple locations.

Asserts understanding of local market trends and consumer behavior to strengthen campaign execution.

Acts as the primary communicator between non-hub and hub markets, ensuring timely and consistent correspondence.

Manages brand guidelines to ensure consistency.

Corresponds with vendors and brokers to ensure compliance with established procedures, processes, and branding, as well as managing seller training opportunities.

Interacts with customers and vendors on local Market activities as determined by Area Marketing Manager; planning, onsite execution, post event and other needs.

Finds opportunities to leverage our social media channels and digital marketing platforms to expand local market footprint.

SUPERVISION

None

RELATIONSHIPS

Internal:

• Interacts with various levels and functions within the organization to ensure proper and timely communication and completion of tasks. Interacts with Area Hub Corporate Marketing to provide or furnish information, etc. Also corresponds with vendors and customers.

External:

• Interact with Vendors, Suppliers, Third Party Consultants and Regulatory Bodies

QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Training:

• Associates Degree or equivalent work experience required
• Min 3 years related office experience

Related Experience/Requirements:

• Ability to work under limited supervision
• Must have knowledge of office administrative procedures, and knowledge of use and operation of standard office equipment, at a level generally acquired through related experience
• Excellent prioritization and time management skills
• Sound understanding of marketing principlesAbility to build and maintain excellent working partnerships and interface with a variety of internal and external resources to attain organizational goals
• Proficient communication skills
• Able to work with various content management and online marketing systems
• Self-directed and highly motivated
• Proficiency required in the use of Microsoft Office, especially Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint, as well as Adobe InDesign
• An advanced internet aptitude strongly desired

Compensation depends on relevant experience and/or education, specific skills, function, geographic location, and other factors as applicable by law (for example: state or local minimum wage thresholds). The expected base rate for this role is between

$24 - $37

***EOE– Race/Color/Religion/Sex/SexualOrientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/ Age/Genetic Information **/Protected Veteran/Disability Status***