Marketing Specialist

MNJ Technologies; Buffalo Grove (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401k with company match

Paid time off

Telehealth services

Referral bonus program

Career development & training

Job summary

MNJ Technologies in Buffalo Grove, IL is seeking a Marketing Specialist to support lead generation and organize internal and external events. This role emphasizes organization, collaboration, and eagerness to learn within a growing marketing team.

You will manage CRM data, assist in campaigns, and coordinate events with vendors and partners while aligning with MNJ’s growth goals and values. This position offers development opportunities and a competitive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent marketing experience.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.
• Eager to learn and grow within the company.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the maintenance, data entry, and optimization of lead generation tools.
• Support the development and updating of lead lists, ensuring all information is current and accurate.
• Utilize lead generation tools to pull applicable leads using ICP and target account criteria.
• Accurately input and update customer and lead information into the CRM system.
• Engage with the sales organization to gather feedback on leads and ensure timely updates in the CRM.
• Regularly clean and maintain the CRM database for data accuracy.
• Generate and distribute CRM reports for marketing and sales teams.
• Collaborate with the marketing team to execute targeted lead generation campaigns.
• Analyze lead generation campaign results and overall business impact.
• Support partner-led campaigns as main point of contact within MNJ.
• Coordinate with partners to share ICP and target market and develop mutual goals.
• Assign leads to sales and provide status updates to partners.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Team player

Independent worker

English proficiency

Eager to learn

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent marketing experience

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Job description

MNJ is a leading technology solutions provider - (Digital Transformation and IT Solutions Provider). Services include: Cloud, Security, Connectivity, Technology Sourcing, Network Infrastructure, Professional Provider. Established in 2002 with a vision to make an extraordinary difference in the lives of our stakeholders.We are looking to add a Marketing Specialist to our Marketing team.

Position Purpose

The Marketing Specialist will play a crucial role in supporting our marketing and sales teams by driving lead generation programs and organizing and running internal and external events. This position is ideal for someone who is organized, eager to learn, and collaborative.

Every effort has been made to identify the essential functions of this position. However, it in no way states or implies that these are the only duties you will be required to perform. The omission of specific duties from this list does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or is an essential function of the position.

Position Responsibilities

Lead Generation

• Assist in the maintenance, data entry, and optimization of lead generation tools.
• Support the development and updating of lead lists, ensuring all information is current and accurate.
• Utilize lead generation tools to pull applicable leads using ideal customer profile and target account criteria.
• Accurately input and update customer and lead information into the CRM system.
• Engage in close collaboration with the sales organization to gather feedback on leads and ensure all leads are updated in a timely manner within the CRM database.
• Regularly clean and maintain the CRM database to ensure data accuracy.
• Generate and distribute reports from the CRM as requested by the marketing and sales teams.
• Collaborate with the marketing team to execute targeted lead generation campaigns.
• Analyze lead generation campaign results and overall business impact.
• Support all partner-led lead generation campaigns as the main point of contact within MNJ. Collaborate with partners to share ideal customer profile and target market and to develop mutual campaign goals. Assign leads to sales teams and provide timely feedback and status updates back to the partner. Track overall campaign success.

Event Management

• Research and execute all customer/vendor focused events (in-person and virtual customer events and tradeshows/conferences) and coordinate all Strategic Vendor Showcase events and sales trainings. Attend all partner-related sales trainings, record sessions, and document execution for proof of performance.
• Research and execute all internal MNJ events (CKO, coffee talks, anniversary parties, holiday parties, potluck, etc.).
• Develop and maintain an annual event calendar that includes budgets, expense tracking, and attendees. Develop and utilize an event checklist for each event. Work with internal stakeholders to manage conference attendees and assist with registration.
• Proactively arrange logistics and communication for all internal meetings and engagements with strategic partners, including vendor trainings and strategic vendor showcases.
• Assist sales with all tradeshow requests (seek leadership approval and aid in the registration and logistics process).
• Lead event asset development with Graphic Designer, invitation creation, registration tracking and informing all stakeholders about the event process and registration.
• Pull and analyze data/metrics post-event, organize data in a clear manner, and share with internal stakeholders and sponsors.
• Utilize event debrief form and process to understand event success metrics. Create and share executive dashboard summarizing feedback and recommendations by event.
• Other duties as assigned

Position Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent marketing experience.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Eager to learn and grow within the company.
• Team player with a positive attitude.
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Alignment with MNJ’s vision, mission, and values.
• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.

MNJ recognizes that our employees are our biggest asset and that is why we stress the importance of our culture and climate in our daily work. We value and treat our colleagues with respect and promote working hard by also having fun at work. Our team is a passionate group of individuals in every department that are looking to give our clients the best experience possible.

MNJ values our employees, and we want them to be healthy and happy. We offer competitive salaries and a diverse blend of benefits to ensure that we are a great place to work!

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Company-paid Health Reimbursement Account (with applicable medical plans)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Health and Dependent Care)
• Company-paid life and AD&D insurance
• 401k (pre-tax and Roth options available) along with company matching
• Voluntary supplemental life and AD&D insurance
• Voluntary short-term disability
• Voluntary long-term disability
• Accident Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Company-paid telehealth
• PTO & paid holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee recognition programs
• Referral bonus program
• Job training & professional development

The salary range for this role is $60,000 - $70,000/year. Candidates will be assessed and provided offers against the minimum qualifications of this role and their individual experience.