Associate Manager Marketing - Hybrid

DESCRIPTIONThe Associate Marketing Manager works closely with our clients and Costco to manage the planning and execution of in-store demo programs. This includes liaising with our third-party demo vendor and managing a multimillion budget. The Associate Marketing Manager develops and manages the timelines, keeps stakeholders abreast of critical dates, schedules meetings as needed, and reports on Demo activity.RESPONSIBILITIESEssential Functions of this Position (list in order of most important to least important):Account ServicesServes as primary day-to-day contact for any matter related to Demo activity at Costco.Develops, nurtures, and maintains client and Costco relationships.Initiates regular client status meetings for all ongoing projects including anticipating upcoming projects.Attends marketing/Client meetings.Writes recaps of meetings and issues within 24 hours of meeting/discussion.Assists VP/RM with coordination of key customer presentations including market research studies.Program Planning and DevelopmentEnsures recommended program solutions fulfill Client’s & Costco goals and brand standards.Effectively communicates program expectations to team members and stakeholders in a timely and clear fashion.Liaison with the Business Managers to develop marketing strategy to support program implementation at Costco.Works with the BM and RM to create and manage timelines/due dates that keep the project on track and set us up for flawless execution.Works closely with the client to support them in generating new ideas/strategic concepts for platforms as well as retail custom promotions.Program Execution & ImplementationInteracts with client’s team to assure proper information is supplied in a timely manner.Works with the client on allocating products for a specific time frame within the due dates.Identifies and resolves issues and conflicts within the program.Identifies and manages program dependencies and critical path.Proactively supports changes in project scope, identifies potential crises, and devises contingency plans.Analyzes execution reports to assure program adheres to Costco and Client’s expectations.Financial ResponsibilitiesHelps RM/VP manage overall success of accounts – including communication of critical deadlines to client sales teams as it relates to cycle deadlines.Assists in the completion of vendor commitment forms.QUALIFICATIONSMinimum Education and Work ExperienceBachelor's Degree required in advertising, marketing, or related field or equivalent work experience required.Minimum 2 - 3 years of experience in Club Industry.Research/analysis experiences a plus.Club Industry customer service experience preferred.Knowledge, Skills and Abilities RequirementsMust be able to handle multiple projects.Strong organizational and communication skills.Must be a team player with a positive attitude.Self-starter with strong analytical problem-solving ability.Ability to effectively develop and communicate ideas to upper management/Clients/Costo.Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office Excel and PowerPoint.Be willing, able, and readily available to work outside of "normal hours".Assist and grow relations with Costco and clients.Provide follow-up on discussions, issues, projects, etc. internally & with customers.Physical RequirementsSeeingColor PerceptionLifting (25-lbs)Ability to Travel (25% travel)ClimbingListeningPushing/PullingCarrying (25-lbs)ABOUT USAcosta and Mosaic are the sales and marketing powerhouses behind the most recognized and proven brands with top retailers in the United States and Canada. We offer flexible services that maximize efficiency. Acosta has the talent and technology to build data-, reach- and relationship-driven strategies to execute those strategies, and the tools to monitor, track and optimize metrics-based results for customers and retailers.Acosta and its subsidiaries, in good faith, believe that this posted range of compensation is the accurate range for this role at the time of this posting. Acosta may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range depending on candidate qualifications and locations. This range may be modified in the future.Acosta and its subsidiaries is an Equal Opportunity Employer.We are committed to providing accommodations for persons with disabilities. If you require accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs, to the extent required by law.The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Mosaic reserves the right to modify all or part of any job descriptions at its discretion in order to meet and or exceed the needs of the business.Job Category:

AdministrationPosition Type:

Full timeBusiness Unit:

SalesSalary Range:

$52,200.00 - $65,200.00Company:

ADW Acosta, LLCReq ID:

1748

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