Job Summary: Our Marketing team is seeking an Assistant Channel Manager who will be responsible for managing retail projects with a commitment to meet deadlines. The Assistant Channel Manager will develop marketing materials that drive retail sales, create and maintain Sales tools, and execute a variety of tasks that support the Retail Channel. The Assistant Channel Manager will be an effective communicator with strong organizational skills and the ability to focus on key initiatives while managing day-to-day activities. The position will report to the Retail Channel Manager and will work closely with Sales, Marketing, and Operations.
Supervisory Responsibility: This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities.
Salary: $70,000 - $75,000
Essential Job Duties: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Develop and execute marketing plans to drive growth in retail channel business relating to new product introduction, on-shelf merchandising, off-shelf merchandising, and promotions.
- Collaborate with the Sales team on Marketing Materials that can be developed to drive growth in the retail channel business through promotions and awareness.
- Maintain current style guides; provide clear creative direction and work with the Brand Team to assist in the development of Marketing materials.
- Work with outside vendors to develop POP collateral, promotional merchandising displays, and product display fixtures to support retail stores.
- Coordinates the execution of temporary merchandisers across internal departments.
- Maintains POP master database and facilitates POP replenishments while tracking product launches and transitions.
- Keep thorough records of quarterly competitive in-store, off-shelf, and online promotions.
- Create, distribute, and present quarterly retail sales team execution playbooks.
- Support New Store openings and Rental Center openings by coordinating marketing materials and fixtures are available and arrive on time for store events.
- Assists with retail projects by maintaining scope documents, communicating updates, tracking milestones, and maintaining schedules.
- Orders products and keeps detailed records of products used for merchandising displays, photo shoots, and third-party locations
- Administrative support related to day-to-day marketing tasks, preparing presentations, requesting purchase orders, maintaining records of customer agreements, and reviewing national advertisements.
Skills Required:- Design - Generates creative solutions; Translates concepts and information into images; Uses feedback to modify designs; Demonstrates attention to detail.
- Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems promptly; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem-solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotive topics.
- Project Management - Develops project plans; Coordinates projects; Communicates changes and progress; Completes projects on time and budget; Manages project team activities.
- Technical Skills - Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; Pursues training and development opportunities; Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; Shares expertise with others.
- Customer Service - Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; Responds promptly to customer needs; Solicits customer feedback to improve service; Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments.
- Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control.
- Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings.
- Change Management - Develops workable implementation plans; Communicates changes effectively; Builds commitment and overcomes resistance; Prepares and supports those affected by change; Monitors transition and evaluates results.
- Quality Management - Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.
- Cost Consciousness - Works within approved budget; Develops and implements cost saving measures; Conserves organizational resources.
- Diversity - Demonstrates knowledge of EEO policy; Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; Educates others on the value of diversity; Promotes a harassment-free environment; Builds a diverse workforce.
- Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures; Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; Supports organization's goals and values; Supports affirmative action and respects diversity.
- Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Plans for additional resources; Sets goals and objectives; Develops realistic action plans.
- Adaptability - Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
- Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.
- Reasoning Ability: Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
- Computer Skills: To perform this job successfully, an individual should know about Microsoft Outlook Contact Management systems; Microsoft Excel Spreadsheet software knowledge is a must, and all other software programs related to MS Office Suite.
- Able to write promotional copy, reports, and business correspondence clearly and informatively.
Travel: Some travel may be required for this position, which includes overnight stays in some cities where events are being held.
Education and/or Experience Desired:- A degree in Marketing, Project Management, or a related field is preferred.
- 2+ years of related experience and/or training. Construction industry experience is a plus.
- Proficient in MS Office Suite. Excel knowledge is a must.
Physical Demands:- The requirement is to regularly use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.
- Required to regularly stand, walk, stoop, bend, or reach above the head.
- May be required to occasionally lift, push or pull up to 30 pounds.
- Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
- Able to ascend and descend stairs.
- Continuously reach out to sort miscellaneous items.
- Physically & mentally able to work in an environment that may be subjected to strict deadlines and multiple projects.
- May be subjected to working extended and/or irregular hours.
- Must be at least 18 years of age at the time of employment
- May be subjected to working extended and/or irregular hours
- Position requires sitting for intermittent periods, with occasional being required to standing, walking, bending, stooping, or reaching
- Able to work with power tools, accessories, and related materials. Able to work in an environment that may be subjected to occasional loud noises, hazardous materials, chemicals, etc.
Our Benefits Include: Health & Wellness- Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance options after 30 days of employment
- Flexible spending accounts (FSA) & Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
- Employee assistance program (EAP) for mental health and well-being
- Paid subscription to Headspace and 5 other members of your choice
Financial Security- Competitive pay & performance-based incentives
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match
- Basic Term Life insurance is 100% company-paid
- Long-term Disability Coverage 100% company-paid
- Disability Coverage
Disclaimer: This description is based on management's assessment of the requirements and functions of the job as of the date this description was prepared. It is a general guideline for managers and employees, but it does not intend to be an exhaustive list of all of the elements of the job. Management reserves the right to modify the description at any time, or to vary the duties and responsibilities of the job on a temporary or indefinite basis to meet production, scheduling, or staffing needs.
Equal Opportunity Statement: The Company is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions based on merit. Company policy prohibits discrimination based on race, color, creed, sex, religion, marital status, age, gender, national origin, ancestry, physical disability (including HIV and AIDS), mental disability, veteran status, military service, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, genetic information, medical (including genetic characteristics or cancer diagnosis), actual or perceived sexual orientation, or any consideration protected by federal, state or local laws. All such discrimination is prohibited. Additionally . click apply for full job details