REGIONAL MARKETING/MERCHANDISING MANAGER - NJ

Compass Group; Basking Ridge (NJ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Regional Marketing/Merchandising Manager to drive corporate initiatives and lead marketing strategies. This role combines creativity with strategic planning, enhancing brand presence and customer engagement while managing promotional materials and digital applications.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision

Life Insurance/AD&D

Disability Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off & Holidays

Associate Shopping & Wellness Programs

Discount Marketplace

Identity Theft & Pet Insurance

Commuter Benefits

Employee Assistance & Flexible Spending Accounts

Paid Parental & Personal Leave

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years in marketing, communications, or operations in a similar role.
• Experience managing multiple projects and meeting deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Develop regional marketing strategies aligned with local trends.
• Analyze and report on marketing performance metrics to the Chief Creative Officer.

Skills

Communication

Presentation

Organizational Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Marketing

Bachelor’s degree in Communications

Bachelor’s degree in Business

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Adobe Creative Suite

Canva

Job description

Flik Hospitality Group

Position Title: Regional Marketing/Merchandising Manager

Reports To: Chief Creative Officer

Salary: $90,000 - $110,000 / year

Other Compensation: 10% Bonus

What makes FLIK click

Our people. The decisions, actions, and attitudes of our associates earn the trust and loyalty of our clients every day. We focus on hiring passionate individuals in food and hospitality, encouraging and recognizing their contributions. We provide ongoing training, keep our team engaged, and foster a passionate work environment. Join us and experience the FLIK difference—where a job is the start of a flourishing career.

Job Summary

The Regional Marketing/Merchandising Manager drives corporate initiatives, maintains brand standards, and leads regional marketing strategies to support growth and sales objectives. This role combines creativity with strategic planning and requires coordinating marketing plans to enhance brand presence and customer engagement.

Collaborating with the corporate marketing & creative services department and operational services, the manager supports regional programs, develops innovative marketing initiatives, and aligns efforts with company goals. Responsibilities include managing promotional materials, digital applications, and service innovations to elevate the business.

This position includes a company car for travel and requires up to 30% travel (including flights outside NJ) within the region for marketing support, site visits, account reviews, and operational initiatives.

Position Responsibilities

1. Partner with operations teams to implement monthly marketing initiatives, maintain quality standards, and support presentations, site visits, and reviews.
2. Develop regional marketing strategies aligned with local trends and consumer preferences.
3. Coordinate and execute strategic marketing projects with the marketing team.
4. Analyze and report on marketing performance metrics and initiatives to the Chief Creative Officer, ensuring alignment with growth goals and KPIs.
5. Gain deep knowledge of the regional marketplace, providing insights to unit operators.
6. Create innovative marketing and merchandising strategies to stay competitive against local food retailers and corporate dining services.
7. Manage the development and distribution of monthly marketing resources, ensuring quality standards.
8. Support new account openings with front-of-house marketing, branding, and communication strategies.
9. Stay updated on industry trends and emerging marketing technologies.
10. Collaborate with vendors and partners for seamless marketing program execution.
11. Assist units in crafting quarterly business reports on marketing efforts and business impact.
12. Support corporate sales, wellness, culinary, and marketing teams during site tours and brand-building initiatives.
13. Lead and contribute to marketing projects related to business development and digital solutions.
14. Assist in creating and executing sales development strategies aligned with corporate objectives.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree (BA or BS) in Marketing, Communications, Business, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years in marketing, communications, or operations in a similar role.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills for compelling brand messaging.
• Strong merchandising and presentation skills.
• Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe Creative Suite, and Canva.
• Experience managing multiple projects and meeting deadlines.
• Strong organizational and stakeholder communication skills.
• Experience with video content creation/editing is a plus.
• Familiarity with CRM platforms, social media, and digital applications is advantageous.

Apply to Flik today! Flik is part of Compass Group USA.

Learn More about the Compass Story

Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fair treatment for all applicants and associates, regardless of race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other protected classifications.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform essential functions satisfactorily with or without accommodations. This job posting is not exhaustive; responsibilities and requirements may change based on business needs. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in accordance with applicable laws.

Applications are accepted continuously. Flik maintains a drug-free workplace.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Life Insurance/AD&D
• Disability Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off & Holidays
• Associate Shopping & Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft & Pet Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance & Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid Parental & Personal Leave

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