Marketing Generalist

Csidesigns; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 33,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and wellness benefits

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Company-provided tools and equipment

Company-paid travel and hotel accomod.

Company-paid meals and eligible travel

Continuing education support

Team-oriented work environment

Community events

Job summary

Central States Industrial (CSI) is seeking a detail-oriented Marketing Generalist to support events, employee programs, promotional merchandise, and daily marketing activities. You will coordinate event logistics, manage merchandise purchasing and inventory, fulfill Shopify orders, and assist with photography, graphic production, and recycling initiatives.

The ideal candidate will take initiative, communicate effectively, and ensure projects are completed accurately and on time.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; a bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, Event Management, or a related field is preferred. Equivalent relevant experience will be considered.
• At least three years of relevant professional experience in marketing, event coordination, promotional merchandise operations, or related project coordination.
• Strong organizational, prioritization, problem-solving, and attention-to-detail skills.
• Excellent written, verbal, proofreading, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, including Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign.
• Experience with corporate tradeshows, employee events, promotional merchandise purchasing, physical inventory, Shopify order processing, and shipping is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate events and employee programs: plan and execute customer events, company celebrations, employee programs, and tradeshows; manage registrations, venues, vendors, signage, displays, equipment, materials, shipping, setup, breakdown, and post-event follow-up.
• Manage promotional merchandise: source, purchase, and track branded apparel, promotional products, employee gifts, giveaways, and tradeshow items; coordinate vendor communications and orders; review sales reports and resolve delivery issues.
• Fulfill orders and maintain inventory: daily Shopify order processing including picking, packing, and shipping; organize and replenish inventory for accurate stock levels and timely fulfillment.
• Support photography and graphic production: assist with ecommerce/product/event photography; basic image editing and file organization; help create signage and branded materials using Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign.
• Coordinate recycling initiatives: assist with CSI’s employee recycling program, coordinating materials and vendors, communicating procedures, and identifying improvement opportunities.
• Assist with marketing projects: support website content optimization, backlink research, outreach coordination, and tracking; help with employee engagement and recognition programs.

Skills

Strong communication

Marketing interest

Analytical thinking

Collaboration & task management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree in Marketing/Communications/Business/Event Management or related field

Tools

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe InDesign

Shopify

Job description

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CSI is looking for a detail-oriented and organized Marketing Generalist to support company events, employee programs, promotional merchandise, and day-to-day marketing activities. This hands-on role coordinates event logistics, manages merchandise purchasing and inventory, fulfills Shopify orders, and assists with photography, graphic production, and recycling initiatives. The ideal candidate takes initiative, communicates effectively, and follows through to ensure projects are completed accurately and on time.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Coordinate Events and Employee Programs: Help plan and execute customer events, company celebrations, employee programs, and tradeshows. Assist with registrations, venues, vendors, signage, displays, equipment, materials, shipping, setup, breakdown, and post-event follow-up.
• Manage Promotional Merchandise: Assist with sourcing, purchasing, and tracking branded apparel, promotional products, employee gifts, giveaways, and tradeshow items. Coordinate vendor communications, quotes, order status, replenishment, distribution, and employee inquiries while reviewing sales reports and resolving delivery issues.
• Fulfill Orders and Maintain Inventory: Process daily Shopify merchandise orders, including picking, packing, and shipping. Organize, count, track, and replenish inventory to maintain accurate stock levels and timely order fulfillment.
• Support Photography and Graphic Production: Assist with eCommerce product photography and event photography. Perform basic image editing, resizing, and file organization, and help create or update signage, event materials, apparel graphics, and other branded marketing materials using Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign.
• Coordinate Recycling Initiatives: Help manage CSI’s employee recycling program by supporting collection activities, coordinating materials and vendors, communicating procedures, maintaining program information, and identifying opportunities for improvement.
• Assist with Marketing Projects: Support website content optimization, backlink research, outreach coordination, and tracking. Help with employee engagement, recognition programs, and other marketing initiatives as priorities require.

What you Bring

• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Interest in marketing, customer engagement, and content development
• Analytical thinking and attention to detail
• Ability to collaborate with others, manage assigned tasks, and learn new tools and processes

Required Education/Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required; a bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, Event Management, or a related field is preferred. Equivalent relevant experience will be considered.
• At least three years of relevant professional experience in marketing, event coordination, promotional merchandise operations, or related project coordination.
• Demonstrated ability to independently manage assigned tasks, coordinate logistics, follow up with vendors, meet deadlines, and complete work with limited supervision.
• Strong organizational, prioritization, problem-solving, and attention-to-detail skills.
• Excellent written, verbal, proofreading, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, including Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign.
• Experience with corporate tradeshows, employee events, promotional merchandise purchasing, physical inventory, Shopify order processing, and shipping is preferred.

Work Environment / Physical Requirements

This role is on-site, office based. This position requires the ability to interact with employees verbally and in writing, remain in a stationary position for 80% of the workday, have close visual acuity, and constantly operate a computer and other office productivity equipment, such as a phone, copy/fax/scan machine, computer keyboard and mouse with or without reasonable accommodation. This position also requires the ability to occasionally lift, stoop, bend, and lift office products and supplies, up to 20 pounds.

CSI provides reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the application and employment process.

Why CSI

• Competitive hourly pay: $24–$27 per hour
• Health and wellness benefits
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Company-provided tools and required equipment
• Company-paid travel and hotel accommodations
• Company-paid meals and eligible travel expenses
• Opportunities for continuing education and professional growth
• Team-oriented work environment
• Opportunities to participate in company activities and community events

About CSI

CSI provides state-of-the-art stainless-steel process equipment and services to the food, dairy, beverage, pharmaceutical, and personal care industries.

We are a growing company with a passion for providing superior customer service. Our work environment is rooted in respect, teamwork, continual learning, growth, and community.

We believe our employees are our greatest resource, which is why we are committed to investing in our team. We offer a wide range of benefits including health and wellness, paid time off, retirement planning, and continuing education support. We also enjoy hosting company luncheons, casual Fridays, a wellness program, and providing opportunities for volunteering in local community charitable events.

Equal Opportunity Employer

CSI has a long-standing policy of Equal Opportunity in employment. Our practice is to fill positions by selecting applicants who can perform the work in a competent and professional manner. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or individuals with disabilities.

U.S. federal law requires completion of employment eligibility verification upon hire. CSI participates in E-Verify. Applicants must have the right to work in the United States.