Marketing Program Specialist (@properties)

Compass; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Incentive programs

Paid vacation

Holidays

Sick time

Parental leave

Recharge leave

Medical benefits

Tele-health

Dental

Vision

401(k) plan

FSAs

Commuter program

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Maven assistance

Fertility benefits Carrot

UrbanSitter

Employee Assistance Program

Pet insurance

Job summary

Compass in Chicago seeks a Marketing Program Specialist to execute the promotional strategy for @properties and Christie’s brands. You will own select marketing programs from vendor negotiations to creative rollout, ensuring efficient operations and fresh brand storytelling.

The role demands hands-on problem solving, large-scale project leadership, and cross-functional collaboration in a fast-paced real estate environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in marketing, communications, design or related discipline.
• 5+ years marketing experience with ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• High energy, hands-on, and capable of strategic thinking and execution.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Real estate/agency experience is a plus.
• Physical ability to lift 50 lbs.
• Four days in office (Mon-Thu) with potential for five.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end Client Appreciation Program management, including sourcing and vendor negotiations.
• Oversee Brand Boutique and Inventory operations across warehouses for affiliates.
• Drive development and rollout of promotional materials and web integration.
• Manage product lifecycle, pricing, and catalog updates.
• Coordinate logistics, HQ collateral, and fast-turnaround promotional requests.
• Monitor department budget and provide regular financial reports.
• Collaborate with multiple departments on promotional needs and samples.
• Assist with event logistics for conferences and office activations.
• Oversee Annual Agent Recognition awards process and customization.
• Provide customer support for inquiries and custom orders.

Skills

Marketing strategy

Project management

Vendor management

Strong communication

Leadership

Organizational skills

AI tool familiarity

Education

Bachelor's degree in marketing, communications, design or related

Job description

At Compass, our mission is to help everyone find their place in the world. Founded in 2012, we're revolutionizing the real estate industry with our end-to-end platform that empowers residential real estate agents to deliver exceptional service to seller and buyer clients.

@properties Christie’s International Real Estate is seeking an experienced Marketing Program Specialist to play a vital role in executing the promotional strategy for both the @properties and Christie’s International Real Estate brands. This role will take full ownership of select marketing programs, managing everything from vendor relationships and inventory logistics to creative project rollouts.

In this fast-paced environment, we look for someone who can balance operational efficiency with creative strategy to keep our brands fresh and engaging. If you are a hands-on problem solver who thrives on managing complex projects and driving results, this is an opportunity to make a tangible impact and grow your career within a dynamic, industry-leading team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Client Appreciation Program (CAP) Management: Lead the end-to-end Client Appreciation Program, including strategic sourcing, vendor negotiations, creative asset development, multi-channel campaign rollouts, inventory logistics & fulfilment, and financial administration.
• Brand Boutique & Inventory Operations: Maintain optimal stock levels across multiple warehouses by coordinating replenishment, conducting regular audits & reports, and overseeing warehouse integrity, for @properties, CIRE, and all affiliates of both brands.
• Promotional Materials Development & Rollout: Drive the creative lifecycle of new promotional items, from market research, vendor negotiation, and artwork approval to web integration. Oversee seamless distribution and internal communication strategies.
• Product Lifecycle Management: Manage the full product lifecycle, including obtaining quotes, setting up new items with SKUs and pricing, as well as deactivating or removing items from the site as needed.
• Logistics & Facility Maintenance: Collaborate with the Corporate Office Operations Team on monthly supply orders. Manage HQ collateral for internal uses, and facilitate quick-turnaround promotional requests.
• Budget Management: Oversee the department budget by tracking expenses, managing allocations, and providing regular financial reports to ensure fiscal accountability.
• Cross-Departmental Support: Collaborate with various departments to assist with promotional needs, ensuring consistent branding and timely delivery of samples and materials.
• Event Logistics & Execution: Assist with comprehensive event logistics, managing the manifest and physical assets including display materials, signage, and shipping supplies, for a diverse range of activations, from large-scale conferences to bespoke office events. Manage packing and messenger services as needed.
• Annual Recognition Awards: Oversee the end-to-end crystal awards process for the Annual Agent Recognition program, including sourcing materials, coordinating recipient customization, and managing final distribution and customer service requests.
• Customer Support & Custom Orders: Provide comprehensive support for customer inquiries, affiliate requests, and custom order design and logo approvals.

Must Be:

• A Creative Risk-Taker - Someone who isn't afraid to challenge the status quo and redefine what corporate marketing looks like in real estate.
• A Natural Leader - A consensus-builder who maintains momentum on complex projects, driving teams forward in fast paced environments.
• A Master of Execution - Experience leading large-scale rollouts and projects from concept to completion, including delegation and resource management.
• A Tech-Forward Innovator - Familiarity with leveraging AI tools for spreadsheets, ideation, and workflow optimization.
• A Highly Organized Operator - Exceptional organizational skills with experience managing complex budgets, inventory systems, and operational logistics. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Qualifications:

• A Bachelor's degree in marketing, communications, design or related discipline with measurable experience in marketing strategies and the creative process.
• 5+ years marketing experience, ability to build and maintain strong internal relationships; ability to meet deadlines and prioritize to manage multiple projects and meet multiple deadlines at once.
• A high energy, action-oriented, hands-on, and talented individual who thinks both strategically and executes well.
• Must have exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience in a real estate related or agency environment, a plus.
• Physical Requirements: Must be able to lift 50lbs.
• Must thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Mandatory 4 days in office (Mon-Thurs), with potential for 5.

Perks that You Need to Know About:

Participation in our incentive programs (which may include eligible cash, equity, or commissions). Plus paid vacation, holidays, sick time, parental leave, and recharge leave; medical, tele-health, dental and vision benefits; 401(k) plan; flexible spending accounts (FSAs); commuter program; life and disability insurance; Maven (a support system for new parents); Carrot (fertility benefits); UrbanSitter (caregiver referral network); Employee Assistance Program; and pet insurance.

Do your best work, be your authentic self.

At Compass, we believe that everyone deserves to find their place in the world - a place where they feel like they belong, where they can be their authentic selves, where they can thrive. Our collaborative, energetic culture is grounded in our Compass Entrepreneurship Principles and our commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, growth and mobility. As an equal opportunity employer, we offer competitive compensation packages, robust benefits and professional growth opportunities aimed at helping to improve our employees' lives and careers.

The salary pay range for this position is $80,000 - $85,000; however, the base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Bonuses and restricted stock units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a full range of benefits. Base pay is based on market location. Minimum wage for the position will always be met.

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