Marketing Manager

Bella Cosa Jewelers; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Bella Cosa Jewelers in Chicago seeks an experienced Marketing Manager to lead strategy and oversee campaigns that elevate our luxury brand and drive sales. This leadership role guides a Graphic Designer/Photographer and a Digital Marketing & SEO Specialist, ensuring a consistent Bella Cosa brand experience across channels.

You'll manage events, print ads, partnerships, sponsorships, and budgets while collaborating cross-functionally to deliver measurable growth and exceptional customer

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, or related field.
• 5+ years of marketing experience with progressive leadership responsibilities.
• Experience managing integrated marketing campaigns.
• Strong project management and organizational skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience working with advertising agencies, media partners, and luxury brands preferred.
• Retail or luxury retail marketing experience is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute integrated marketing campaigns that support sales goals, seasonal initiatives, and brand awareness.
• Maintain the annual marketing calendar across print, digital, email, social media, website, and events.
• Analyze campaign performance, customer trends, and competitive activity to identify growth opportunities.
• Ensure brand consistency across every customer touchpoint.
• Develop and manage the annual print advertising calendar and coordinate media placements.
• Lead co-op marketing approvals, vendor standards, and relationships with luxury brand partners.
• Coordinate advertising for store events and manage event themes and hospitality.
• Lead community partnerships and sponsorship initiatives and represent Bella Cosa at events.
• Supervise the Graphic Designer/Photographer and Digital Marketing & SEO Specialist and provide coaching.
• Manage marketing expenses, invoices, and monthly expense reports.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Creative storytelling

Collaborative leadership

Results‑driven marketer

Passion for luxury brands

Excellent communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, or related field

Job description

Inspire the Story Behind Every Celebration

At Bella Cosa Jewelers, we believe every piece of jewelry tells a story. As a family-owned luxury jeweler, we are passionate about creating unforgettable experiences while building lifelong relationships with our clients. We are seeking an experienced Marketing Manager to lead our marketing strategy and oversee the execution of campaigns that elevate our brand, drive sales, and strengthen our presence in the luxury jewelry market.

This leadership role manages our Graphic Designer/Photographer and Digital Marketing & SEO Specialist while collaborating across departments to ensure a consistent and exceptional Bella Cosa brand experience.

What You\'ll Do

Marketing Strategy & Brand Leadership

• Develop and execute integrated marketing campaigns that support sales goals, seasonal initiatives, and brand awareness.


• Maintain the annual marketing calendar across print, digital, email, social media, website, and events.


• Analyze campaign performance, customer trends, and competitive activity to identify growth opportunities.


• Ensure brand consistency across every customer touchpoint.

Print Advertising

• Develop and manage the annual print advertising calendar.


• Coordinate media placements and production schedules.


• Serve as the primary contact for advertising partners.


• Creative direct print advertisements by selecting products and campaign assets that align with marketing objectives.

Co-op Marketing

• Submit approvals and reimbursement claims.


• Ensure compliance with vendor brand standards.


• Build strong relationships with luxury brand partners.

Store Events

• Coordinate all advertising for events.


• Create and manage themes, food and drinks for events.


• Attend all events inside and outside store.

Sponsorships & Community Partnerships

• Lead community partnerships and sponsorship initiatives.


• Coordinate promotional materials and event marketing.


• Represent Bella Cosa at community and charitable events as needed.

Leadership

• Supervise the Graphic Designer/Photographer and Digital Marketing & SEO Specialist.


• Provide coaching, direction, and performance feedback.

Budget & Administration

• Manage marketing expenses and department reporting.


• Submit invoices and monthly expense reports.


• Ensure marketing projects remain on budget and on schedule.

Qualifications

• Bachelor\'s degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, or related field.


• 5+ years of marketing experience with progressive leadership responsibilities.


• Experience managing integrated marketing campaigns.


• Strong project management and organizational skills.


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.


• Experience working with advertising agencies, media partners, and luxury brands preferred.


• Retail or luxury retail marketing experience is highly preferred.

What We\'re Looking For

• Strategic thinker with exceptional organizational skills


• Creative storyteller with strong visual instincts


• Collaborative leader who inspires others


• Results-driven marketer focused on measurable growth


• Passion for luxury brands, exceptional customer experiences, and beautiful design