Marketing Manager

CORPORATE RESOURCES OF IL LTD; Elk Grove Village (IL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus

Full benefits

Job summary

CORPORATE RESOURCES OF IL LTD is seeking a Marketing Manager to lead a growing marketing team at a major North American food manufacturer. You will develop and execute marketing plans, oversee brand messaging, and partner with sales, product development, and operations to drive growth.

The role requires a 5+ year track record in marketing, a bachelor’s degree in Marketing/Communications/Business, and strong leadership; travel about 25% is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, or related field.
• 5+ years of marketing experience.
• Experience managing people.
• Manufacturing experience strongly preferred.
• Strong leadership and management experience.
• Willingness to travel ~25%.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the marketing team by setting priorities, assigning projects, providing coaching, and supporting employee growth
• Develop and execute marketing plans that support company growth, sales objectives, and overall business strategy
• Oversee the company’s brand, messaging, and marketing materials across digital and traditional channels
• Partner with product development and sales on product launches, positioning, customer initiatives, and marketing materials
• Manage the company’s website, social media, email marketing, and other digital marketing efforts
• Monitor industry trends, customer preferences, and competitive activity to identify opportunities for growth and new business
• Coordinate trade shows, industry events, outside agencies, vendors, and other marketing partners
• Manage the marketing budget, evaluate campaign performance, and present recommendations and results to company leadership

Skills

Leadership

Marketing strategy

Team management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Marketing/Communications/Business

Job description

$100,000–$140,000+ Bonus + Full Benefits

We are a leading food manufacturer with over 60 years of experience producing and distributing quality food products to customers throughout North America. Our long history and continued growth have been built on a commitment to quality, innovation, and strong customer relationships. As our business continues to expand, we are looking for a Marketing Manager to lead our marketing efforts, manage a growing team, and help strengthen our brand and position within the marketplace.

The Marketing Manager will play a key role in determining how our company and products are presented to customers. This position will work closely with leadership, sales, product development, and operations while overseeing the day-to-day marketing function. We are looking for someone who can lead a team, develop new ideas, and take ownership of projects from planning through completion.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the marketing team by setting priorities, assigning projects, providing coaching, and supporting employee growth
• Develop and execute marketing plans that support company growth, sales objectives, and overall business strategy
• Oversee the company’s brand, messaging, and marketing materials across digital and traditional channels
• Partner with product development and sales on product launches, positioning, customer initiatives, and marketing materials
• Manage the company’s website, social media, email marketing, and other digital marketing efforts
• Monitor industry trends, customer preferences, and competitive activity to identify opportunities for growth and new business
• Coordinate trade shows, industry events, outside agencies, vendors, and other marketing partners
• Manage the marketing budget, evaluate campaign performance, and present recommendations and results to company leadership

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, or a related field
• 5+ years of marketing experience
• Previous experience managing people is required
• Manufacturing experience strongly preferred
• Strong leadership and management experience
• Comfortable developing strategy while also being involved in day-to-day execution
• Willingness to travel approximately 25%