Summary:The marketing manager is a critical customer-facing role that drives tactical execution of the strategic marketing plan for the Foodservice Sales Channel. Reports to the President of Foodservice.Job Responsibilities: <ul> <li>Performance management of one marketing specialist that is accountable for developing and assigning qualified leads to the sales team and supporting flawless trade show execution.</li> <li>In-house channel, consumer, and product trend-ologist with ability to translate into actionable insights for customers and prospects.</li> <li>Conduct research and develop customized presentations to support sales calls and prospect outreach.</li> <li>Present data to customers and prospects alongside sales representatives. </li> <li>Own all existing marketing collateral and ensure accuracy and update as needed in a timely manner. </li> <li>Manage digital assets and pitch templates on sales enablement platform. </li> <li>Develop new marketing collateral and resources for sales, key accounts, and prospects. </li> <li>Manage current key customers to increase lifetime value, monitor churn rate. </li> <li>Support marketing campaign development and execution including advertising, social media, and website.</li> <li>Contribute to the development and launch of email marketing programs via in-house CRM. </li> <li>Tradeshow planning, support, and execution. </li> <li>Support the annual planning and budgeting process. </li> <li>Manage marketing specialist role and oversee smart target prospecting initiatives. </li> <li>Develop and maintain a thorough knowledge of Javo and FFP portfolios. </li> </ul>RequirementsQualifications, Skills and Experience Desired:<ul> <li>5-7 years of marketing experience in the foodservice industry </li> <li>Established relationships with foodservice focused marketing and advertising agencies and the leading industry trend and insights data providers including Technomic, Datassential, Crest/NPD, etc.</li> <li>Experience in presenting to the leading commercial restaurant, convenience, and noncommercial operators. </li> <li>Experience in working with the leading broadline distribution accounts including Sysco, US Foods, PFG, McLane, Unipro, Frosty Acres, etc.. </li> <li>Must present and communicate in a professional manner. </li> <li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills. </li> <li>Computer proficiency in Microsoft applications with strong PowerPoint skills. </li> <li>Experience working with Salesforce preferred. </li> <li>Experience with Word Press, Adobe Creative Suite, Account Engagement and Highspot a plus. </li> <li>Comfortable with shifting priorities and a fast-paced environment. </li> <li>Must be self-motivated and able to work independently to meet or exceed goals. </li> <li>Consistent and exacting attention to detail. </li> <li>Quick, agile, and calm problem-solving skills. </li> <li>Strong strategic-thinking and project-management capabilities. </li> </ul>Benefits<ul> <li>Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Insurance effective on the first of the month following start date</li> <li>Health and Wellness Incentives</li> <li>10 Days of PTO</li> <li>9 Paid Company Holidays</li> <li>5 Personal Days</li> <li>401(k)</li> <li>Health Savings Account (H.S.A.)</li> <li>Long-Term and Short-Term Disability</li> <li>Life Insurance</li> <li>Accidental Death &amp; Dismemberment (AD&amp;D)</li> <li>Employee Assistance Program (EAP)</li> </ul>