Marketing Project Coordinator

New Way Auto Group; Downers Grove (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus potential

Insurance: life, medical, dental, vis

PTO

401(k) with matching

Tuition reimbursement

Smoke-free, drug-free workplace

Job summary

New Way Trucks seeks a Marketing Project Coordinator to support a broad set of marketing initiatives, strengthening the brand and dealer network while enhancing customer experience. You will coordinate projects, manage logistics, and ensure activities are completed on schedule in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires 1–3 years in marketing coordination or related fields, strong organizational and communication skills, and proficiency with MS Office and marketing tools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing or related field.
• 1–3 years in marketing coordination, project coordination, event planning, or related role.
• Exceptional organizational and time management skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; experience with email marketing platforms, social media tools, and CMS is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate day-to-day marketing projects to ensure timelines, deliverables, and budgets are met.
• Plan and coordinate logistics for regional and national trade shows, conferences, dealer meetings, and customer events.
• Coordinate customer and dealer visits to New Way manufacturing facilities and prepare visitor itineraries and materials.
• Manage inventory of marketing collateral and promotional merchandise; source branded items and coordinate with vendors.
• Assist with developing and scheduling email marketing campaigns and internal/external communications.

Skills

Marketing coordination

Project coordination

Event planning

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Marketing

Tools

Microsoft Office

Email marketing platforms

Social media management tools

CMS

Project management software

Job description

1333 Butterfield Rd
Downers Grove, IL 60515, USA

1333 Butterfield Rd
Downers Grove, IL 60515, USA

• Pay or shift range: $65,000 USD to $80,000 USD
  The estimated range is the budgeted amount for this position. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, qualifications and other job-related reasons.
• Travel Required : Yes

Description

Let's Drive New Way Fearlessly Forward!

Continuing to move Fearlessly Forward New Way Trucks was founded in 1971 in Scranton, IA. Today, New Way Trucks has multiple refuse production and parts facilities throughout Iowa and Mississippi, with equipment operating in all 50 states, as well as Canada, Latin America, Asia, and beyond. We combine small town values with cutting-edge technology to deliver excellence in heavy manufacturing. Come build your future with us at New Way Trucks.

Your Role in Our Mission:

New Way Trucks is seeking a highly organized and proactive Marketing Project Coordinator to support the execution of marketing initiatives that strengthen our brand, support our dealer network, and enhance customer experience. This role serves as the operational backbone of the marketing department by coordinating projects, managing logistics, and ensuring marketing activities are completed efficiently and on schedule. The ideal candidate excels at managing multiple priorities, thrives in a collaborative environment, and enjoys bringing projects from concept to completion.

Project Coordination

• Coordinate day-to-day marketing projects to ensure timelines, deliverables, and budgets are met.
• Track project progress and communicate updates with internal stakeholders.
• Maintain marketing calendars and assist in scheduling campaigns, events, and product launches.
• Coordinate with vendors, printers, agencies, and suppliers to complete marketing projects.

Trade Shows & Events

• Plan and coordinate logistics for regional and national trade shows, conferences, dealer meetings, and customer events.
• Coordinate booth shipping, installation, promotional materials, equipment, travel arrangements, and event schedules.
• Manage event checklists and timelines to ensure successful execution.
• Assist with post-event reporting and follow-up communications.

Customer Experience

• Coordinate customer and dealer visits to New Way manufacturing facilities.
• Schedule tours and collaborate with internal departments to ensure professional and engaging visitor experience.
• Prepare visitor itineraries, presentation materials, welcome gifts, and facility logistics.

Promotional Merchandise & Purchasing

• Manage inventory of marketing collateral and promotional merchandise.
• Research, source, and purchase branded giveaways, apparel, and promotional items.
• Coordinate with approved vendors to ensure quality, branding consistency, and on-time delivery.
• Track marketing inventory levels and reorder materials as needed.

Marketing Communications

• Assist with developing and scheduling email marketing campaigns.
• Coordinate internal and external marketing communications.
• Support the creation and distribution of newsletters, announcements, and customer communications.

Social Media & Digital Support

• Schedule and publish content across New Way's social media platforms.
• Assist with creating social media copy, graphics, and campaign coordination.
• Monitor engagement and coordinate responses with appropriate team members.
• Support website updates and digital marketing initiatives as assigned.

Administrative & Department Support

• Maintain organized marketing files, digital assets, and project documentation.
• Process invoices, purchase orders, and vendor paperwork related to marketing activities.
• Assist with budgeting and expense tracking for events and marketing projects.
• Perform additional marketing support duties as assigned.

To Perform this Job Successfully:

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, Event Management, or a related field preferred.
• One to three years of experience in marketing coordination, project coordination, event planning, or a related role.
• Exceptional organizational and time management skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects while meeting deadlines.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Experience with email marketing platforms, social media management tools, and content management systems is preferred.
• Familiarity with project management software is a plus.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel occasionally for trade shows and company events.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent follow-through.
• Customer-focused mindset with exceptional interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating across departments.
• Creative problem-solving and organizational abilities.
• Flexibility to manage changing priorities and deadlines.
• Professionalism when interacting with customers, dealers, vendors, and executive leadership.
• Positive attitude and willingness to support a wide variety of marketing initiatives.

Why New Way Trucks?

• Midwest Values: Integrity, hard work, and community from the core of our operations.
• Innovation at Heart: We are committed to staying ahead of the curve and continually investing in technology and our people.
• Competitive Benefit Package: We offer a wide array of benefits including: annual bonus potential, insurance (life, medical, dental, vision, paid holidays, PTO, 401(k) with matching contributions and tuition reimbursement. We provide our employees with a smoke-free, drug-free workplace.

Are you ready to build your future with New Way?

This job description describes the general nature and level of work expected of a person assigned to this position. All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills and/or ability deemed necessary to perform the job proficiently. Employees may be required to perform any other job-related duties as requested by their supervisor.

This company is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will not be discriminated against on the basis of, and will receive consideration for employment without regard to, race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability genetic information, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category, characteristic, or trait under applicable law. If you require reasonable accommodation in the application process, please contact Human Resources at [e-mail].

Travel Required

Yes . Up to 20% of the time

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