Marketing Coordinator - Area

usfoods; Salem (OR); On-site; USD 33,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

US Foods in Woodburn, OR is seeking a marketing professional to lead local marketing activities in alignment with national objectives. You will work under the Area Marketing Manager to develop plays and execute on-site events, trainings, and vendor activities, coordinating with sales and merchandising teams to strengthen market share.

The role requires an Associates Degree or equivalent, at least three years of office experience, strong MS Office and Adobe InDesign skills, and excellent

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Develop tactics at the non-hub markets that align with the center and area initiatives.
• Help design, create, and execute marketing plays and manage event spend.
• Oversee marketing and sales activities, organize objectives and meetings.
• Collaborate with VP Sales, Specialists, Chefs and Merchandising to deliver strategies.
• Oversee local market activities such as meetings and conferences.
• Leverage social media and digital platforms to expand local footprint.

Skills

Office administration

Marketing principles

Time management

Communication skills

MS Office

Adobe InDesign

Content management systems

Self-directed

Education

Associates Degree or equivalent work experience

Tools

Adobe InDesign

Microsoft Office

Content management systems

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
100% on-site in Woodburn, OR.

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 principles
• Ability 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/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/ Age/Genetic Information /Protected Veteran/Disability Status***