REGIONAL MARKETING/MERCHANDISING MANAGER - NJ

Compass Group Poland Sp. z o.o.; Jersey City (NJ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality group is seeking a Regional Marketing/Merchandising Manager to drive corporate initiatives and enhance brand presence. This role involves collaborating with various departments to implement marketing strategies, requiring creativity and strategic thinking. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree and at least 5 years of relevant experience, with a strong emphasis on communication and project management skills. A competitive salary and benefits package, including a company car and bonus, are offered.

Benefits

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance/ AD

Disability Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Holiday Time Off

Associate Shopping Program

Health and Wellness Programs

Discount Marketplace

Identity Theft Protection

Pet Insurance

Commuter Benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Paid Parental Leave

Personal Leave

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in marketing or communications.
• Exceptional oral and written communication skills.
• Strong merchandising and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and recommend regional marketing strategies.
• Coordinate and execute regional marketing projects.
• Analyze marketing performance metrics.

Skills

Communication

Project Management

Merchandising

Creativity

Analytical Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, 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: $90000-$110000 / year

Other Forms of Compensation: 10% Bonus

What makes FLIK click

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 know how to pick them and we know how to grow them. It starts with hiring people who share our passion for food and hospitality. Once we find the right talent, we encourage, value and recognize their contributions.

We keep our people renewed, excited and engaged by providing hands-on training and educating them about the latest trends. We give them a stake in successfully raising the bar. Our people love what they do and they love sharing their passion. Join our team and see the FLIK difference. Where a job isn’t merely a job but the start of a career where you can flourish.

Job Summary

The Regional Marketing/Merchandising Manager plays a critical role in driving corporate initiatives, ensuring brand standards, and leading marketing strategies that support regional growth and strategic sales objectives. This role requires a balance of creativity and strategic thinking, as well as the ability to coordinate and execute marketing plans that enhance brand presence and customer engagement.

The Regional Marketing/Merchandising Manager will collaborate closely with the corporate marketing & creative services department, and operational services to support regional programs, develop innovative marketing initiatives, and ensure alignment with company-wide goals. This position also focuses on promotional materials, digital applications, and service innovations to elevate the business.

This role would receive a company car for business travel and requires up to 30% travel (via plane outside of NJ) within the region to support marketing efforts, site visits, account reviews, and operational initiatives.

Position Responsibilities

• Partner with operations teams to implement monthly marketing initiatives, maintain quality assurance standards, and support presentation needs, site visitations, and account reviews.
• Develop and recommend customized regional marketing strategies that align with local market trends and consumer preferences.
• Coordinate and execute regional and corporate strategic marketing projects, ensuring seamless collaboration with the marketing team.
• Analyze and report back to the Chief Creative Officer on marketing performance metrics and revenue-driving initiatives, ensuring alignment with YOY growth goals and KPIs.
• Build deep knowledge of the regional marketplace, providing education and insights to unit operators.
• Develop innovative, on-trend marketing and merchandising strategies to maintain a competitive edge against local food retailers and corporate dining services.
• Manage the development and distribution of monthly marketing resources, ensuring creative and promotional materials meet quality standards.
• Support new account openings, focusing on front-of-house (FOH) marketing, branding, and communication strategies.
• Stay ahead of industry trends by continuously exploring emerging marketing technologies and service models to enhance brand positioning.
• Collaborate with operational services, IT, print/digital vendors, and other partners for seamless execution of marketing programs.
• Assist unit operators in crafting quarterly business reports, summarizing marketing efforts and their impact on business performance.
• Support corporate sales, wellness, culinary, and marketing teams during site tours, refreshes, and strategic brand-building initiatives.
• Lead and contribute to marketing projects related to business development, digital solutions, and account openings.
• Assist in the creation and execution of sales development strategies, ensuring alignment with corporate objectives.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree (BA or BS) in Marketing, Communications, Business, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in marketing, communications, or operations within a similar role.
• Exceptional oral and written communication skills with the ability to craft compelling brand messaging.
• Strong merchandising and station presentation skills, ensuring visually impactful brand representation.
• Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe Creative Suite, and Canva for content development and presentations.
• Experience with project management, with the ability to manage multiple initiatives and meet deadlines efficiently.
• Strong organizational skills, with the ability to juggle multiple projects and communicate effectively with stakeholders.
• Familiarity with video content creation and editing to enhance marketing materials.
• Experience with CRM platforms, social media content management, and digital applications is a plus.

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Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Flik maintains a drug-free workplace.

Associates at Flik Hospitality are offered many fantastic benefits.

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance/ AD
• Disability Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Personal Leave

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here for paid time off benefits information.