Vendor Marketing Lead: MDF & Co-op Programs

Lonestar Electric Supply; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Holiday pay

Job summary

Lonestar Electric Supply seeks a Vendor Marketing Specialist to own MDF and co-op programs across our branch network. You will connect manufacturer partners with branch leaders and the marketing team to optimize fund use and claims.

The role requires organization, strong Excel skills, and the ability to manage multiple moving parts while meeting deadlines. Occasional travel to branches and events is expected.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience managing MDF, co-op, or channel marketing funds.
• 2-4 years in marketing, vendor marketing, or channel marketing.
• Understanding distributor/manufacturer partnerships and vendor programs.
• Strong Excel or Google Sheets skills for trackers and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Own the annual MDF and co-op process across all vendor partners.
• Maintain MDF tracker with branch allocations and reporting.
• Coordinate with branch leaders to allocate funds before expiry.
• Submit claims with documentation and track reimbursements.
• Partner with vendors on joint marketing plans and campaigns.
• Execute vendor-funded campaigns across email, digital, print, signage.
• Plan vendor-supported events and report performance to leadership.
• Support broader marketing initiatives across Lonestar family.

Skills

MDF management

Excel/Sheets

Vendor marketing

Project coordination

Communication

Multi-branch coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Marketing or Business

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Canva

Email marketing platforms

Google Sheets

Job description

Lonestar Electric Supply seeks a Vendor Marketing Specialist to own MDF and co-op programs across our branch network. You will connect manufacturer partners with branch leaders and the marketing team to optimize fund use and claims.

The role requires organization, strong Excel skills, and the ability to manage multiple moving parts while meeting deadlines. Occasional travel to branches and events is expected.