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LeadStack Inc. is an award-winning, one of the nation’s fastest-growing, certified minority-owned (MBE) staffing services provider of contingent workforce. As a recognized industry leader in contingent workforce solutions and Certified as a Great Place to Work, we’re proud to partner with some of the most admired Fortune 500 brands in the world.

Job Title: Executive Events Coordinator on site in Chicago, IL

Payrate: $30/hr to $32/hr on W2

Contract durations: 5-months with possible extensions

The Campus Events Team designs and produces events that bring together executives, partners, customers and employees. We are seeking a candidate who is passionate about hospitality and events to join our New York based events team. Our events vary from in-person, virtual, and hybrid experiences. Success in this role requires agility, clear and compelling communications, outstanding organizational skills, and the ability to collaborate cross-functionally. This individual will work closely with Security, Space Planning, Facilities, Workplace and Guest Services Teams to deliver successful events.

Roles & Responsibilities:

-The position is responsible for the operational excellence of our meetings/events and the holistic guest experience including but not limited to: customer meetings, executive receptions, intimate dinners, town halls and employee events

-Continuously research and report innovative and creative event and entertainment options

-Solid office management / workplace environment knowledge

-Strong customer service and executive interaction experience

-Understand *** brand and product positioning with the ability to ensure consistent, on-brand messaging for all events

-Continuous development of team playbooks and standard operating procedures

-Organize logistics, from beginning to end, for customer facing meetings, town halls, etc.

-Pre, onsite and post event logistical management

-Key stakeholder for G-Cal calendar management for internal event space

-Co-Manage vendor relationships (agencies, vendors, caterers, etc.) and work with internal teams.

-Liaise and negotiate with vendors to achieve the most favorable terms for goods and services

-Management of event statistics and ad hoc reporting

-Manage various workplace projects as assigned

-Multitask many events and projects at one time

Required Skills:

-Experience will be evaluated based on alignment to the core competencies for the role

-Highly personable and customer service focused with great attention to detail

-Excellent written and verbal communication with ability to proactively address client’s needs

-Experience in managing budgets, financial planning and tracking

-Excellent problem-solving skills with ability to creatively negotiate demands

-Results-oriented, customer-driven, and organized

-Assess and prioritize workload in a strict deadline centric environment

-Thrive on teamwork and overcoming obstacles

-Ability to work a flexible schedule as needed

-In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint) is necessary

To know more about current opportunities at LeadStack, please visit us at https://leadstackinc.com/careers/

I can be reached on [email protected]/(650) 275-5100

Thanks,

Nazmi Fatima

LeadStack Inc.

Job Summary and Objectives:

The Project Manager is accountable for the success of all aspects of large commercial low voltage construction projects, from bidding and contract award through completion. Responsibilities include outlining and delegating tasks, creating timelines, estimating and adhering to costs, mitigating risks, and nurturing positive client relationships.

The PM collaborates with all other departments within the

organization, including purchasing, accounting, engineering, and safety as well as field supervision,

general contractors, construction managers and inspectors.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities and Tasks to Fulfill Duties:

Duty 1: Project & Account Management

Tasks:

· Manage the overall schedule of events as well as milestones

· Oversee financial and labor tracking

· Nurture customer relations and manage customer expectations

· Manage change orders and their impact on the project progression

· Coordinate with Purchasing on cost effective materials with timely deliveries

· Oversee billing

· Effectively engage and collaborate with multiple office personnel on large projects

Duty 2: Estimating

Tasks:

· Determine materials take-off

· Collect enterprise input

· Review project scope and final bid

· Finalize the summary sheet

Duty 3: Business Development

Tasks:

· Maintain customer relationships; entertain customers where appropriate

· Manage large accounts

· Propagate new business

· Adhere to budgets

Duty 4: Site Management

Tasks:

· Visit jobsites

· Conduct job meetings

· Build trust with field staff

· Collaborate with site superintendents

Scope of Role:

· Manage large projects $6 Million and higher

· Manage multiple projects

· Expected revenue per year of $6 Million, generating $1-2 Million of new business a year

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:

· Bachelors degree, preferably in Construction Management, Mechanical or Electrical

Engineering or related field

· Minimum 5 years’ experience in project management, preferably in construction or a closely

related field.

Licensing / Certifications:

· OSHA 10

· PMP certification a plus

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

· Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

· Professionalism, with excellent interpersonal, collaboration, and customer service skills.

· Outstanding organizational skills and attention to detail.

· Superior time management skills with a proven ability to manage and satisfy competing

deadlines.

· Superior analytical, prioritization, and problem-solving skills.

· Demonstrated influence and leadership abilities.

· Demonstrated Electrical/Low Voltage experience

· High energy and adaptable under pressure

· General construction safety awareness

For additional information on this opportunity and other available opportunities, please visit our website: wideeffect.com

Wide Effect Talent Solutions

Background

Location: Hybrid – work-from-home and office: 303 E Wacker Dr., Suite 2200, Chicago, IL

Type: Full-time, permanent position

Division: Administration

Reports to: Controller

Overview

Intersport, a leader in sports, entertainment, and lifestyle marketing and media for over three decades, provides expertise in the areas of:

• Agency Services: brand consulting, creative, content production, digital, experiential marketing field marketing, hospitality, social media marketing, and sponsorship consulting
• Properties – owned-and-operated live sports and lifestyle events and media assets airing on broadcast and digital networks

Intersport is seeking to add a smart and driven Staff Accountant (SA) to its Accounting team. The Intersport Accounting team is integral to providing company-wide day-to-day financial operations.

The SA should have a four-year college degree, ideally in accounting, a minimum of two (2) years of full-time relevant work experience in accounting. The SA will focus on basic accounting principles that help feed into the larger, overarching functions of the Accounting department.

Responsibilities

General

• Embody and reflect Intersport’s performance-based culture and commits him/herself and team to the highest standards for all work responsibilities
• Work effectively with cross-functional teams to deliver executional excellence

Accounting

• Full responsibility for quarter and year end closing, including project reconciliation and work in progress entries.
• Make journal entries; manage debits/credits
• Understand and take ownership of cash forecasting and reporting
• Monthly bank reconciliations
• Responsible for general insurance tracking and reporting
• Responsible for company P&L
• Track and invoice inter-company transactions
• Audit & Review of transactions related to all balance sheet accounts
• Ability to interpret financial information and report variances
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, troubleshoot and draw valid conclusions
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Four-year-degree in Accounting/Business or related field preferred
• A minimum of two (2) years’ full-time work experience accounting at the general ledger level
• Proficient in MS Office, particularly Excel
• Attention to detail while maintaining ability to multitask
• Strong organization skills, problem resolution, critical thinking and communication skills
• Independent self-started, but also a team player
• Proactive and anticipatory approach to effectively managing a breadth of responsibilities
• Communicates effectively, in both written and verbal form
• Advanced computer skills, with an aptitude to learn new systems & procedures

Intersport is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Intersport

• Performs accounting activities for respective LE’s and ERP systems including reporting, ensures smooth and on-time execution of activities, drives resolution of open issues.
• Maintains accurate cash forecasts. Advocate for timely collections. Coordinates all accounts payable activities for respective LE including employee reimbursement of expenses and credit card matching.
• Liaison with Banks to maintain daily operations running.
• Supports internal and external audit activities.

Main accountabilities and tasks

• Execute accounting processes to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting. Including issuing and posting journal entries, reconcile accounts, control GRIR, prepaids, amortization schedules, run reports and execute interfaces between SAP-Tagetik. Reconcile and match intercompany balances.
• Prepare accurate cash forecasts, carefully reviewing 3rd Party collection patterns, Intercompany, payables to suppliers, payroll and anticipating future cash needs. Reconcile on a daily basis Banks and if needed initiate loan requests.
• Set up payment proposals, arrange ACH’s, issue checks, and maintain templates in Banking portals.
• Supports preparation of financial data for tax advisors.
• Establish actions and liaise with Banks and Global treasury to keep operations running and execute tactical measures when needed.
• Serve as the main point of contact for internal and external audits by facilitating audit reviews, providing documentation, and guidance about financial data.
• Coordinate with our remote finance staff for execution of routine processes for A/P, A/R and G/L.
• Perform regular assessments for internal controls.
• Execute timely processes for Travel and expense application (YOKOY) and credit card reconciliation.
• Monitor and aim for progress of workflows in VIM.
• Ensures that the applied practices and procedures are compliant with applicable policies, laws and regulations.
• Supports Controller.
• Ensures application of accounting policies and procedures; maintains appropriate internal control standards in accordance with medmix Accounting Manual
• Responsible for creating and maintaining all SOPs related to financial transactions: A/P, A/R and G/L.

Desired experience and qualifications

Work experience: Five years of experience in Accounting or Finance

Education: Bachelor’s degree in in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration

Other:

• Communication skills, both oral and written, as required to communicate effectively with others at all levels in the organization and to provide clear and concise information as needed.
• Oriented to achieve goals and deliver results within timeframe.
• Good problem solving and organizational skills and proven ability to prioritize responsibilities and processes.
• Good commercial awareness and understanding of business.
• Proficiency in the use of personal computers, MS office and SAP. Strong emphasis on Excel and skills should be advanced.
• IFRS knowledge or previous experience with a foreign parent company.
• Ability to pay attention to the minute details of a project or task, perform work accurately and thoroughly and to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to get along well with a variety of personalities and individuals.

Benefits we offer:

• An innovative, vibrant and agile culture
• Growth opportunities in a globally successful and dynamic business on a growth trajectory
• Opportunity to for hybrid or remote work schedule
• Excellent employee benefits including
• Up to three (3) weeks of paid time off beginning your first year
• Twelve (12) company paid holidays per year
• Medical, dental, vision, Life/AD&D, Short- and Long-Term Disability
• medmix Employee Savings Plan / 401k with 100% employer match up to 6% of your annual base salary
• Eligible to receive additional non-elective 401k contributions on a quarterly basis
• Employee Assistance Program that provides you and your family with access to legal and financial advice, WorkLife coaches, Wellness coaches and counseling services
• Access to a wide range of discounts on shopping, entertainment and lifestyle

medmix

McDonald’s Global Impact team is aligned around a vision to make McDonald’s famous for our positive impact on people and the planet. The North American Impact team includes Communications, Government Relations, Sustainability & ESG, and Philanthropy. Read more about McDonald’s Purpose & Impacthere.

We’re looking for a Media Relations Manager to drive earned media strategy for the US market. This person will be critical in translating the US business narrative and strategic priorities in a clear, compelling way for media – ultimately driving brand affinity and trust.

This position will be based in Chicago and report directly to the Director, US Field Communications & PR. You will be a member of the broader North American Impact team.

Responsibilities:

In this role, you will:

• Lead national media relations strategy and execution across key US business/operations, marketing, community and people initiatives.
• Use data and knowledge of the earned media landscape to develop creative approaches to reach key audiences.
• Draft and review materials including critical communications plans, pitches, press releases, statements, Q&A and more.
• Drive high-impact thought leadership opportunities for McDonald’s US C-Suite, including pitching/securing interviews, developing narratives and briefing executives.
• Triage and handle media issues and crises impacting the US business.
• Partner with the Field Communications team to ensure McDonald’s national priorities and narrative are cascaded locally in all 10 Field Offices.
• In partnership with Global Media Relations, serve as a media relations subject matter expert for the Communications team and other functional partners.
• Build and strengthen reporter relationships on behalf of the brand.
• Constantly mine for potential news angles and data to support opportunistic storytelling.
• Work with the Measurement & Insights team to refine analytics and reporting for earned media coverage.

Qualifications

Must be fully vaccinated (i.e., at least 2 weeks after last dose) for COVID-19 and, if hired, present proof of vaccination by start date.

• BA/BS degree required
• Natural storyteller with excellent speaking, writing and editing skills
• Ability to navigate, orchestrate and work through sophisticated issues with a strategic lens
• Strong experience and knowledge of the earned media landscape
• Adept at navigating media issues and crises for large brands
• Strong business knowledge with a demonstrated ability to understand business strategy and how to use communications as a mechanism to drive that strategy
• Proven leadership and ability to influence and work with Sr. Leadership and multi-disciplined teams
• On the record media relations experience & experience managing agencies is a plus

Additional Information

McDonald’s is committed to providing qualified individuals withreasonable accommodations to perform the essential functions of their jobs. Additionally, if you (or another applicant of whom you are aware) require assistance accessing or reading this job posting or otherwise seek assistance in the application process, please contact [email protected]

McDonald’s provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to sex, sex stereotyping, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), race, color, religion, ancestry or national origin, age, disability status, medical condition, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, protected military or veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Nothing in this job posting or description should be construed as an offer or guarantee of employment.

McDonald’s

Manager, Member Engagement

Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce | Chicago, IL

Reporting to the Senior Vice President of Membership and Corporate Relations, the Manager of Member Engagement is responsible for generating new memberships for the Chamber. The Manager is expected to initiate telephone calls, emails, and meetings to prospect companies in the six-county region and be able to sell Chamber memberships.

The Manager must have the ability to cold call, qualify profile prospects, and close the sale. Additionally, the Manager must have the ability to listen, uncover the needs of a prospect, and communicate how the Chamber can help meet these needs. The Chamber offers memberships to small, medium, and large corporations. The membership Manager is expected to be able to respond to the needs of each size and style of company.

The Member Engagement Manager will also work with other members of the Membership Department in developing and executing campaigns, and will be expected to achieve monthly sales goals, while also striving to enhance the overall member experience and grow the membership in terms of count and dollars.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Make calls to and set appointments with prospective members. This includes cold calls, referral calls, prospecting, follow-up calls and/or memos.
• Qualify leads by obtaining information about the contact and extracting information about the business problems to be solved. Probe beyond the surface level to get extensive detail about the prospect’s motivations and business process while responding to their requests for information.
• Prepare sales proposals for prospects which present a menu of opportunity for the company in selecting the appropriate level of involvement with the Chamber.
• Have a working knowledge of all Chamber initiatives, programs, and activities.
•  Aggressively prospect companies, especially mid-market, and present a compelling reason for them to join.
• Offer suggestions and feedback on areas of improvement or new ideas in the sales process.
• Work with members and the Chamber to ensure any member concerns are promptly, accurately, and efficiently addressed.
•  Provide Senior Vice President of Membership with scheduled, periodic reports on activities and insights gained regarding members.
•  Document all client contact and contacts so as to create a lasting record of outreach to the members.
•  Assist in communication to members regarding event attendance, council participation and retention.
•  Manage the members for retention.

May perform additional duties as assigned

Skills, Knowledge & Abilities

·        Minimum of 2 – 5 years of experience in member relations and sales experience.

·        Experience as an employee of a nonprofit organization a plus.

·        Working knowledge of MS Office Suite programs including Outlook, Word, and Excel.

·        Must become fluent in the Chamber’s CRM database system to track membership leads.

·        Excellent administrative, presentation, verbal, and written communication skills.

·        Excellent interpersonal skills, especially in dealing with membership and staff.

·        Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

·        Familiar with technology to do research.

·        Work effectively as a team member to contribute to the efficient work-flow and function of all forums and member events.

·        Ability to work non-traditional hours, including early mornings and evenings.

·        Must have a passion for the Chamber’s mission.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree

Compensation will be a base salary plus commission

About the Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce  

The Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce is a nonprofit organization that represents more than 1,000 member companies, which collectively employ 400,000 employees and generate $24 billion in revenue. The Chamber combines the power of membership with its legacy of leadership and business advocacy to drive a dynamic economy. To learn more, visit www.chicagolandchamber.org.  

Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce

Onward Search needs a Communication Manager for a global beauty retailer.

You’ll join the marketing team to boost their loyal customer base and increase engagement across all channels.

This is a 4 month contract opportunity with the possibility of extension. This is a hybrid position, several times a month in their Naperville-area office. This is not a remote role.

To learn more about this Communication Manager opportunity, apply now and chat with a recruiter today!

As a Communication Manager you’ll:

• Support omnichannel efforts in creating data-led comms plans to fuel existing and grow their loyal customers
• Work alongside marketing communications, UX content, and media teams to help create a holistic and branded strategy
• Support and create written briefs and customer journeys for marketing campaigns
• Present briefs and strategy to internal teams and stakeholders, including senior leadership

Skills & Experience needed:

• 3+ years in a creative agency setting, preferably large matrixed organizations
• 3+ years industry experience in a marketing strategy and planning role, preferably in retail/CPG
• Proven experience in conceptualizing and launching omnichannel campaigns
• History working on a variation of campaigns: digital, social, email, print, and more
• A passion for the beauty space is a plus

To learn more about this Communication Manager opportunity, apply now and chat with a recruiter today!

What’s in our benefits packages:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401k Program
• Commuter Benefit
• eLearning
• Education Reimbursement
• Ongoing Training & Development
• *To qualify for our benefits package, you must work over 30 hours per week and the length of assignment must be a minimum of 10 weeks.

At Onward Search, our job is to find you dream jobs.

We are creatives, marketers and digital wizards who use our talents to connect talented people with the nation’s leading brands. And our relationship won’t end with your start date.

More than recruiters, we are your advocates, advisors, and employers of record. We pay weekly, make sure your needs are met, and measure our success by yours. Join us.

DE&I is not just our promise, it’s our passion.

Onward Search is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment regarding race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state and local laws and ordinances.

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Quill.com makes the job of ordering supplies easier and more rewarding. While delivering everything from paper, ink and toner to cleaning supplies and technology. Quill showcases exceptional customer service. Quill had proven to be a trusted partner of Staples since being acquired in 1998.

This person will lead the project management of key marketing campaigns, ensuring efficiency and timeliness, and help oversee and optimize the marketing department processes, ensuring operational excellence. This person will play a critical role in providing clarity and momentum to drive key marketing initiatives to fruition in a timely and cohesive manner.

What you’ll be doing:

• Leads cross-functional teams and external partners to drive multiple concurrent projects and to meet our strategic and tactical marketing objectives via web-based project management software.
• Oversee all aspects of projects including scope, risk, schedule, budget, quality, and communication to stakeholders’ fullest satisfaction and in line with Marketing strategy.
• Responsible for driving cross-functional planning and collaboration on key marketing campaigns or agency initiatives, ensuring connectivity across all channels (sem, seo, social, site, etc.) or the Agency and with multiple partners (merchandising, external agencies, etc.).
• Create and execute project plans and revise as appropriate to meet continuously changing needs and requirements. Holds cross-functional teams and external partners accountable to deadlines and priorities.
• Lead internal and external status meetings effectively; prepare agendas, capture, store and distribute meeting notes.
• Evaluate new work requests, access scope and identify resources needed, assign individual responsibilities, schedule action items and ensure deadlines are met.
• Provide regular updates and progress reports to marketing leadership.
• Act as point of escalation internally and with partners for all issues, reports, and change orders to marketing projects.
• Review all work before delivering to stakeholders; coordinate internal reviews and implement related QA efforts.
• Keep track of lessons learned and share with internal team members.
• Lead and/or participate in brainstorming sessions to develop strategic/creative thinking for projects.
• Determine needed improvement to internal and external processes and implement across functional teams and external partners as needed.
• Lead development of decks, meetings and presentations as needed.

What you bring to the table:

• Self-starter with strong organizational skills who can work independently and collaboratively on multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• High attention to detail with excellent organizational and project management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and use time management skills.
• Solid time management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks.
• Strong problem solver who knows how to ask the right questions, build hypotheses, and prove or disprove with data insights.
• Very strong analytical and quantitative skills with a demonstrated ability to interpret and leverage data to drive decision making.
• You adjust easily to the constantly evolving needs of a company in growth mode.
• You thrive on giving and receiving constructive feedback in service of doing great work.
• Genuine passion for marketing, project management, and innovation in your area of expertise.

What’s needed- Basic Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience leading digital marketing projects within an interactive advertising or digital marketing agency environment, or as a PM for a marketing department at a large online retailer.
• A good understanding of, or experience with, Search Engine Optimization, PPC, web channels, display, social media, direct mail, and email marketing
• Skilled at managing digital marketing projects from inception to completion, on time, on budget and to high standards while working in a dynamic, fast-paced, environment.
• Ability to effectively prioritize, execute tasks, and handle a range of projects simultaneously.
• Possess understanding of basic revenue models, P/L, and cost-to-completion projections and ability to make informed decisions accordingly.
• Proficient in all aspects of project management process groups (initiating, planning, executing, monitoring / controlling, closing).
• Proficient in Adobe Analytics and/or G4
• Proficient with Jira

What’s needed- Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience in marketing, advertising or communications
• Basic HTML knowledge is beneficial
• PMP, PRINCE2, PMI-ACP, or CSP certification preferred

We Offer:

• Hybrid work schedule: 3 days onsite and 2 days per week remote
• Inclusive culture with associate-led Business Resource Groups
• Flexible PTO (22 days) and Holiday Schedule (7 observed paid holidays)
• Online and Retail Discounts, Company Match 401(k), Physical and Mental Health Wellness programs, and more perks and benefits

Quill

Trajectory Energy Partners, a solar energy development company, is filling a Marketing Manager position.  We are seeking a talented and creative Marketing Manager to join our dynamic team. As the Marketing Manager at Trajectory Energy Partners, this position will play a pivotal role in marketing strategy, content creation, website management, and developing marketing materials to support our community solar and utility-scale solar project development to elevate our brand and drive engagement with our target audiences.

Trajectory works with communities across the Midwest and Mid-Atlantic to develop community solar and utility scale solar projects. More information on the company can be found at: www.trajectoryenergy.com 

Responsibilities:

• Content creation: Develop engaging and informative content for various marketing channels, including website pages, blogs, social media posts, email campaigns, press releases, and marketing collateral, to promote our solar energy projects and communicate our value proposition to customers.
• Website management: Oversee and maintain Trajectory Energy Partners’ website, ensuring it is up-to-date, visually appealing, and optimized for user experience, and manage content updates in alignment with project milestones and corporate updates.
• Marketing materials: Create compelling marketing materials such as brochures, presentations, case studies, and videos to support our Development team and effectively communicate the benefits of our community solar and utility-scale solar projects to potential partners and stakeholders. 
• Branding and messaging: Ensure brand consistency across all marketing materials and communication channels, adhering to brand guidelines and tone of voice, and develop clear and impactful messaging to resonate with our target audiences.
• Digital marketing: Implement online marketing campaigns, including social media advertising, content distribution, and lead generation strategies.
• Market research: Conduct market research and competitor analysis to identify industry trends, customer preferences, and opportunities for Trajectory Energy Partners to differentiate itself within the solar energy market.
• Performance tracking and reporting: Utilize analytics tools to measure the effectiveness of marketing initiatives and campaigns, providing regular performance reports and actionable insights to optimize marketing strategies.
• Cross-functional collaboration: Work closely with project development teams and other departments to align marketing efforts with project-specific goals and overall business objectives.
• Event support: Assist in organizing and coordinating marketing events, industry conferences, and webinars to promote Trajectory Energy Partners’ projects and establish the company as a thought leader in the solar industry.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience as a Marketing Manager or similar role, with a focus on content creation, website management, and marketing materials development.
• Solid understanding of marketing principles, digital marketing strategies, and content marketing techniques.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to craft compelling marketing content and effectively convey complex ideas.
• Experience in website management and proficiency in content management systems (CMS) to maintain and update website content.
• Strong creative and design skills, with the ability to develop visually appealing and impactful marketing materials.
• Proficiency in using marketing tools and software, such as Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign), email marketing platforms, and analytics tools.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and project management skills.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Passion for renewable energy and a commitment to sustainability.

Position based in the Chicago area.  Trajectory has an office in Chicago, but work from home is flexible and most employees have a hybrid work schedule.  Travel across Illinois and other states to work with community leaders and local officials, and meet with other Trajectory team members on a regular basis. The salary range for this position is $60,000 to $90,000.

Trajectory Energy Partners

SUMMARY:

The Marketing Manager will report to the Director of Marketing. This role is instrumental in helping Visual Comfort become even more well-known for its broad assortment of Architectural (Functional) Lighting. The Marketing Manager will support Architectural Lighting growth across all channels including Visual Comfort’s Direct business, Lighting Specifiers, Showrooms, Integrators, E-Commerce, and Direct-to-Designers.

This role will help build and expand the Visual Comfort brand by driving awareness and inspiration of Visual Comfort’s Architectural product portfolio through a wide range of online and offline marketing activity related to product launches, digital marketing efforts and sales materials. This role will be expected to report quarterly on measurable activities and monitor the competitive landscape.

Responsibilities include, but not limited to:

· New Product Introductions – Work closely with Product Development, Creative and Engineering teams to ensure every new product launches with complete and accurate content, imagery and inspiring/educational sales tools.

· Catalog/Website/Specification Sheets – Work closely with Product Development and Creative teams to prepare, build and maintain Architectural catalogs/brochures, website content and specification sheets. Includes drafting, copy writing, proofing, working with the web-team for implementation, and coordinating distribution.

· Sales Tools/Trainings – Support the Sales Teams by soliciting feedback on material needs and execute upon feedback via a “project management” mindset and within the expectations of the budget. Sales Tools include rep cases, catalogs/brochures, application imagery, installation and feature videos, webinar trainings, etc.

· Tradeshow – Work closely with the Merchandising, Sales and Creative teams to ensure Visual Comfort’s Architectural merchandising displays, marketing collateral and special events represent the brand in the best possible light. Attend tradeshows including set-up, training, and interacting with Sales Reps and Customers.

· Email Campaigns & Social Media – Drive brand awareness through creation of email and social media topics including Instagram, LinkedIn, and Pinterest. This role is responsible for developing a content calendar and working with the Creative team to deploy relevant content to each platform. This role is expected to build relationships with Reps and Customers for unique content building and attaining UGC rights managed imagery.

· Competitive Research – Monitor and report on marketing programs led by competitive lighting companies across all relevant channels.

· Budget – Responsibly execute upon marketing initiatives within the expectations of the budget and help track expenses for the department.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations or related field. Master’s Degree in Business, Marketing or related field, a plus.

Related Experience:

• A minimum of five (5) years of full-time experience as a professional marketing manager (spanning both traditional and digital marketing).
• 3 years’ experience in Architectural Lighting is strongly preferred
• Any equivalent combination of education, experience, and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities will be accepted.
• Experience in multi-channel B2B and B2C business models is a plus.
• Must be able to read, write and speak English fluently.
• Must exhibit proficient computer skills utilizing the Microsoft Office Suite of software, including word processing, presentations, spreadsheets, and outlook. Experience with Constant Contact database/email system, a plus.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES, AND SKILLS:

· Strong knowledge of the principles, practices, and objectives of marketing, particularly in product marketing

• Proven success in developing, implementing and measuring marketing programs, public relations, social media, digital marketing, etc.
• Excellent verbal communication and writing skills, with some copy writing experience (with samples available)
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work well with a wide variety of people and cross-functional teams
• Superior organization, planning skills, time management and prioritization with the ability to multi-task and work well under pressure in a dynamic, team environment
• Interest in and energy to investigate new marketing strategies, techniques and tactics to bring a steady stream of new recommendations designed to meet the overall marketing objectives in more efficient and/or effective ways
• Strong analytical skills with a consistent focus on results measurement and fact-based decision making; while still having/building strong instincts about this business on which to generate educated guesses as well
• Naturally self-motivated, pro-active and eager to achieve goals; comfortable asking for help and open to appropriate supervision and clear direction
• Strong project management skills to keep initiatives on time and on budget
• Detail oriented to assist with print and digital proofing, providing robust and thorough feedback on first round of review
• Expresses natural curiosity to learn about the business and generate new ideas

Essential Functions AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Collaborate with the Marketing, Creative, Web and Product teams on the following marketing initiatives:

• To set objectives and marketing plans related to brand strategy, new product development pipelines and sales goals, all in the context of an ever increasing understanding of the competitive space and the key market drivers. Conduct research to provide marketplace/competitive assessments and recommendations regarding entry into possible new categories, markets or channels.

· To manage & measure ongoing marketing plans — making recommendations about objectives, key messaging, proposed vehicles, budget estimates, research/metrics, etc. and then executing approved plans throughout successful completion.

· To serve as brand source for internal PR outreach, providing brand priorities, direction, key messaging and product information as newsworthy products/programs are launched — striving for positive, timely, accurate publicity in targeted publications, blogs and social media outlets, particularly building our expertise within targeted social media that impacts our key constituents.

· To plan and create multi-faceted marketing/sales plans to support/publicize large, new product roll-outs driven by the timing of industry-wide trade shows/conferences during which the brands tend to launch their new lines. Particularly as brands enter brand new product categories, investigate and recommend impactful launch tools.

· To develop ongoing sales support materials, programs, newsletters, merchandising tools to increase the productivity and effectiveness of our network of sales reps with our customers (whether showrooms, internet retailers or industry specifiers, e.g. architects, lighting designers, etc.)

· To define consumer communications objectives and strategies to ultimately build more brand awareness with consumers, engaging them in lighting decisions and lighting’s significant impact on any design project. Ensure brand websites are inspiring, current and consumer friendly.

· To write and continually update copy for a wide range of marketing materials, e.g. catalogs, product descriptions, social media posts, sales/customer newsletters, a wide variety of email blasts, etc.

· Attend work regularly as scheduled.

· Support and exhibit the Visual Comfort values.

Cognitive Considerations:

Must exhibit cognitive abilities to:

· Make balanced, fact-based, relevant recommendations & decisions, avoiding emotionally-driven decision making

· Solve problems by collaborating with colleagues and functional experts to ensure fully-considered actions are implemented

· Focus on critical tasks and ideas which require specific, detailed attention without getting distracted by irrelevant considerations

· Learn new things about complex industries and business dynamics, then retain, leverage and integrate that new knowledge for subsequent decision-making

· Seek and learn new marketing techniques/programs/opportunities, then quickly & accurately assess if worth further investigation; efficiently eliminate others in order to maintain focus and avoid distraction

· Proactively try to anticipate needs/hurdles/next steps in order to navigate long-term projects successfully and avoid getting stuck unnecessarily

· Generate, organize and analyze relevant data/trends to formally or informally measure the results of marketing programs and gauge their short- and long-term impact on key business objectives & metrics

· Organize and express thoughts clearly and succinctly in formats used internally as well as copy-written formats for external customer or consumer communications

· Respect the requirements and deadlines of others (both internal and external constituents) in order to drive decision making or program development in ways that will allow others to do their jobs well and in turn make more significant impact on key business objectives & metrics

Visual Comfort & Co.