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S. ABRAHAM & SONS INC.
Marketing Assistant
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What they do
A Marketing Assistant or Associate coordinates marketing and advertising activities for a company. Works to promote a company image and assists with developing and implementing marketing strategies. Interacts with customers and vendors, selects advertising outlets, organizes materials and logistics for trade events or conferences.
$60,535 / year median in Michigan
-15% projected decline
Job Description
Summary The Marketing Assistant is responsible for implementing, administering, organizing, and conducting activities to assist the Marketing team in all areas of responsibility. They work closely with Category Managers to support marketing promotions and functions. Essential Functions
- Assist in preparation of material for all sales and marketing functions (i.e., monthly sign packages, trade shows and pre-bookings).
- Assist with new item set up, coordinate announcements, obtain images, track new items, and request samples.
- Manage restroom, cleaning supply, sunglass, bait cooler, and other various programs.
- Manage bill-backs for vendor programs and report promotions based on sales.
- Compile and document a variety of information (accrual programs, contest results, vendor contracts on marketing programs, marketing incentive program points, customer promotional allowances, etc.)
- Work with software vendors on the tradeshow and tradeshow book.
- Answer or direct vendor, sales, and customer requests.
- Communicate effectively with employees at all levels.
- Perform duties with minimal direction.
- Various tasks as directed by management. Competencies
- Microsoft Office software and main frame computer skills.
- Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.
- Must have well-developed interpersonal skills to promote harmonious relationships with staff, peers, and supervisors.
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED);
- One year or more experience and/or training in wholesale/retail sale of consumer products; or
- Equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Post-secondary education preferred.