Marketing Manager Job at Owen Ames Kimball in Grand Rapids

O-A-K specializes in managing the building process for community-centered organizations. With an annual volume exceeding $400 million, we are deeply tied to the communities and clients we serve throughout Michigan, Florida and Colorado.

A good culture is something that’s difficult to define but easy to spot. Perhaps the most differentiating quality about our company is just that – an incredible culture. Our employees reference a great work environment, an approachable leadership team, and a level of trust to “do my job well” as the leading contributors to what makes O‑A‑K a great place to work and thrive.

Our Purpose:

Driven by partnership, we are determined to build the best experience.

Our Values:

• Choosing what’s right, every time.
• A can-do attitude.
• A personal sense of responsibility.
• People who value other people.

We are seeking a full-time Marketing Manager to join our growing Michigan team, working in our state-of-the-art headquarters building in downtown Grand Rapids.

Core Focus:

• Team Development & Alignment: Provide team leadership and guidance, managing the daily activities of marketing department including proposal and sales presentations, digital media, public relations, event management, and brand positioning.
• Marketing Leadership: Lead marketing projects, planning, and messaging. Identify and implement annual marketing plan and ensure consistent systems and processes to support ongoing organizational growth.
• Collaborate Cross-Functionally: Work closely with Marketing Team, Department Heads, Project Management, and Field Leadership.
• Service Expertise and Positioning: Exhibit in-depth service expertise, developing comprehensive positioning and strong brand image.
• Strategic Thinking: Provide strategic consulting and management support to marketing and sales teams, aligning with overall business objectives.

The ideal candidate will possess:

• Education and experience: Bachelor’s in marketing, advertising, English, or related field, with 7+ years’ experience in B2B marketing (construction management industry preferred) and 3+ years managing direct reports.
• Systems Expertise: Expert-level knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite, Website Platforms, Social Media, and digital systems management.
• Exceptional Communication Skills, effectively engaging all organizational levels, from clients and trade contractors to executive leaders.
• Trust: Our clients return to O-A-K because we are honest, genuine, and authentic; our sense of integrity guides our work. This is simply who we are, and this what we expect from each and every person at O-A-K. Candidate must be able to maintain confidentiality and use discretion in dealing with sensitive matters.
• Embodiment of our corporate values: Choosing what’s right, every time; A can-do attitude: A personal sense of responsibility; People who value people. 

Apply today if you’re looking for a great opportunity with a growing company that can offer:

• An attractive compensation and benefits package including competitive salary, 401k profit sharing arrangement and health care benefits.
• Working with great people. Our close-knit culture is one of the best parts about O-A-K. We have low turnover and we have a lot of fun.
• The ability to make a difference. Our size and culture encourages recognition and reward of the hard work that you’ll do and the value you’ll bring.
• Variety of work tasks. The person in this position enjoys a wide variety of tasks and interfaces with several departments. No two days are the same. The work tasks are exciting.
• Stable, reputable company. O-A-K was founded in Grand Rapids in 1891. We work with a wide variety of clients and markets throughout Colorado, Florida, and Michigan with an average volume of $400+million worth of construction projects each year.

O-A-K is An Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)

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www.owen-ames-kimball.com/careers