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Who Are We?

Vow’d Weddings is on a mission to provide brides and bridesmaids with a fun, approachable, and memorable shopping experience, without breaking the bank. Our fresh take on bridal includes exclusively designed wedding and bridesmaid dresses, romantic accessories, and veils; as well as playful gifts and décor. Meeting the customer where she’s at, our entire collection is available to shop online, through virtual consultations, or one-on-one appointments in our intimate boutique setting.

The Role

The Ecommerce Manager will manage the day-to-day business operations for the Vow’d website. The Manager is responsible for leading and coordinating the development of the website’s functionality, experience, operations, and general layout. This includes guest experience, functionality, vendor management, and release management.

Job Requirements

• Lead the e-commerce and digital strategy on vowdweddings.com, fulfilling the role of e-commerce / digital expert.
• Devise the overall Vow’d e-commerce strategy: demonstrate a granular understanding of weekly KPIs.
• Build a data-led understanding of web and marketing strategies, alongside the key performance indicators. Build relationships with key stakeholders resulting in the ability to influence senior leaders.
• Set the Vow’d e-commerce strategy and work alongside key internal stakeholders to agree to priorities by season and week.
• Work closely with internal and external parties for best-in-class site operations and experience.
• Utilize site analytics to understand the overall health of the site and lead changes as appropriate to meet site KPIs.
• Assist with site Marketing updates. Work closely with marketing to drive site experience and regular updates.
• Build a data-led understanding of web and marketing strategies, alongside the key performance indicators. Build relationships with key stakeholders resulting in the ability to influence senior leaders.
• Work with the Vow’d team to create and plan quarterly playbook, to ensure newness and renewed interest for the Guest, with relevant product launch timings in relevant markets.
• Consider all e-commerce and digital touchpoints including mobile commerce and social media as part of delivering upon set goals.
• Manage external agencies to ensure they are delivering on time, on budget, and meeting/exceeding deliverable quality.
• Develop, document, and implement new processes to improve the efficiency of site management, including bug management and UAT.
• Translate business and brand needs to partners for solution development.
• Maintain brand standards throughout the website experience.
• Ensure that all products are merchandised within the correct categories.
• Coordinate with other departments to gather all necessary data for product to go live and coordinate across the team to ensure all stocked products are online in time and full availability
• Uncover opportunities to improve margin through efficiencies in the operating model.
• Keep current with emerging web technologies and site experiences through relevant benchmarking.
• Work closely with Guest Service and Fulfillment teams to ensure a frictionless post-purchase experience for the guest.
• Complete weekly website reviews and audits to ensure a high level of accuracy, consistency, and relevancy across the entire site.
• Ensure execution of promotions and markdowns in partnership with the merchandising team.
• Partner with IT and external vendors to ensure strong site performance and uptime.

Qualifications

Desired Skills and Abilities

• Excellent problem-solving skills and proven ability to achieve KPIs
• Knowledge of standard project management methodologies
• Understanding of web production processes
• Demonstrated ability to effectively lead and implement projects
• Knowledge of site branding, content, and merchandising tactics
• The ability to lead multiple projects, work with many constituencies and manage the development of new, relevant technology when required.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to establish credibility quickly and maintain excellent relationships.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
• In-depth knowledge of web platforms and technology
• Ability to identify issues and effectively communicate needs.
• An affinity for the guest and a desire to provide the best experience for her.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent attention to detail

Desired Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in business or marketing
• 3-5 years of retail e-commerce experience
• Understanding of web production processes
• Experience in management
• Experience with the Salesforce platform (preferred)

Vow’d Weddings

Senior Product Manager – Rosemont, Illinois

Position Summary:

Leads Prestone Performance Chemicals to build consumer and commercial demand, market share, sales, and profitability. Sets the strategy, product portfolio, pricing, marketing, and new product roadmap, and drives overall P&L results.

Direct Responsibilities Include, But Are Not Limited To:

• STRATEGY: analyzes information to set a growth strategy across Performance Chemical segments, both for the current market and for the future of electric vehicle sales; recommends product classes to enter, exit, and maintain, and how to win.

• MARGIN/PRODUCT PORTOLIO MANAGEMENT: understands drivers of the P&L and supports cross-functional initiatives to improve product margin while maintaining product quality. Seeks to grow product margin and prunes unprofitable SKUs. Manages the day-to-day operations of the Performance Chemicals line, including but not limited to analyzing POS performance, executing marketing research, addressing commercial/customer needs, and resolving product issues.

• PRICING: sets pricing for new products and guardrails on existing products. Reviews product family margins, costs, and pricing on a regular basis and recommends price increases or decreases, as needed.

• INNOVATION: sets the innovation strategy for the Performance Chemicals line. Creates a robust new product pipeline grounded in consumer insights, market needs, and company capabilities, to drive sales. Partners with R&D on front-end discovery and developmental stages and works with our project management team (PMO) to follow a stage-gate implementation process. Ensures new products meet financial and operational hurdles.

• MARKETING: develops all Performance Chemical marketing communications, including packaging, digital ads, website, videos, social media, in-store merchandising, and trade show materials, to drive sales and branding. Sets clear statements of work and assignment briefs with all agencies. Partners with the broader product marketing team to maintain Prestone branding guidelines. Independently manages the Performance Chemicals marketing budget, partnering with Finance on invoicing and tracking.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in marketing or related field. MBA preferred.

Position Experience:

• Seven or more years of brand management or product development experience, including a minimum of three years managing product margin, pricing, and developing new products in collaboration with research and development
• Seven or more years of experience leading cross-functional teams
• Prior P&L accountability desired
• Ability to fluctuate between being strategic and “big picture”, yet also be detail and process-oriented. Comfortable with ambiguity
• Strong entrepreneurial aptitude and solution-focused mindset. A strong sense of urgency and ability to manage numerous projects at the same time
• Ability to make fact-based recommendations and then act quickly and decisively
• Excellent interpersonal, written and oral communication skills
• Ability to work both independently and as a part of a team
• MS Office skills
• Approximately 5-10% of travel required

We are KIK!

We create the products and brands that people trust to clean, sanitize, and protect their homes, pools, and cars. We are one of North America’s largest independent consumer product manufacturers with 20 North American manufacturing facilities. We also operate globally in Europe, Asia, UK, Australia, New Zealand, and South Africa. We are known by our portfolio of over 40 brands including Spic and Span® and Comet® cleaning products, Clorox® Pool&Spa™ (under license), BioGuard®, and Natural Chemistry® pool chemicals, and Prestone® and Holts® automotive performance chemicals. We are also the #1 producer in North America for store-brand (“private label”) bleach and a leading private label provider of laundry detergent and additives, dishwashing products, general purpose cleaning and other home care products.

Our global team of over 2,500 employees drive our capabilities in product development, product formulation, strategic sourcing, manufacturing, packaging design, brand marketing, project management, quality assurance, compliance, distribution, and logistics.

Our organization is constantly evolving and is driven by a set of “One KIK” values – a dedication to following through on commitments in a customer-focused, profit-motivated way; while never compromising on safety, ethics, or integrity.

KIK Consumer Products

About the Job:

Responsible for product and market research for the introduction of new and improved material handling products. Serves as liaison with Toyota engineers, internal departments, global Toyota development teams, dealers, and end customers on all aspects related to new product developments and pre-sales launch and sustaining activities.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Leads market research/analysis for the introduction of new and improved products. Identifies and proposes new technology features, solutions, and products to solve customer material handling challenges. Technologies include: telematics (IoT), autonomous vehicles, robotics, lithium ion batteries, fuel cells, pedestrian detection, object recognition, perception, and Real Time Location Tracking (RTLS) technologies.
• Coordinates with various Toyota development teams globally on activities related to new product development and product releases.
• Presents market research, status updates, and recommendations to senior management for near term and long term product plans in alignment with corporate strategic plans.
• Creates sales forecast and product pricing proposals based on market research.
• Serves “Subject Matter Expert” role for product and market questions for assigned products for Toyota.
• Formulates product launch activities with other departments to assure successful sales launch of new products.
• Conducts product/market surveys, reviews product specifications, competitive features and provides recommendations for strategic product plans.
• Reviews government regulations/standards and gains an understanding of their effects on the products, anticipates changes, and make recommendations for new product features/changes
• Facilitate and coordinate various customer and vendor visits, sales presentations, training materials, and prototype truck evaluations.
• Works with management team to develop product press releases, dealer meeting content, sales support materials, and trade show plans.

Estimated average of 25% travel depending upon projects

What We’re Looking For:

• Four year undergraduate degree in a related discipline and 4+ years of related experience.
• Experience working directly with customers.
• General understanding of powered industrial equipment, electric motors and controllers as well as other industrial power technologies is a plus.

What You’ll Get in Return:

Toyota Material Handling offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees which includes:

• Generous Salary + Bonus Program
• Low cost Medical with FREE Dental and FREE Vision Insurance
• FREE on-site medical center
• On-site Pharmacy
• FREE on-site gym membership
• Wellness program (offers premium discounts for the medical plan)
• 401k matching
• Group life insurance
• Employee assistance program (EAP) that allows for covered behavioral health visits
• Generous paid time off (PTO) allotment
• Between 13-14 paid holidays
• New Parent Leave

Affirmative Action Responsibility:

As a proud equal opportunity employer, reasonable accommodations may be available to individuals with disabilities to interview and to perform the essential functions of a role.

It is Toyota Material Handling’s policy to afford equal employment and advancement opportunity for all qualified individuals without distinction or discrimination because of race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

About Toyota Material Handling

Let Toyota take your career to new heights. Toyota Material Handling provides employees with the opportunity to make a meaningful impact through innovation and creativity in an unmatched culture.

Based in Columbus, Indiana, Toyota offers a full line of high-quality material handling equipment sold under the Toyota brand for over 50 years. We hire great people from a wide array of backgrounds, not just because it is the right thing to do, but because it makes Toyota Material Handling stronger. We seek individuals committed to excellence with talent, skill and innovation. We offer a generous salary and benefits package with a pleasant and enthusiastic work environment.

Learn More about Toyota Material Handling Careers at www.ToyotaForklift.com/Careers

Follow us on Social Media:

• Facebook: www.facebook.com/ToyotaForklift
• Twitter: twitter.com/ToyotaForklift
• YouTube: www.youtube.com/user/ToyotaMaterialHdlg
• Instagram: www.instagram.com/toyotaforklift/
• LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/toyota-material-handling

Toyota Material Handling

Title: Client Manager

We are growing and need enthusiastic individuals who are passionate about advancing our clients’ business. This is not a sales position but the primary responsibility of this position is to work closely with our clients on their business, marketing and communication needs.

Olomana Loomis ISC is a full-service integrated business consulting, marketing, brand and communications firm serving businesses, nonprofit organizations, government agencies, industry associations and political campaigns. With sound market research and a passion for the 3 E’s – Excellence, Effectiveness and Efficiency – we assist in identifying strategic opportunities and developing solid plans to meet and exceed our goals.

We are currently looking for client managers with astute business sense, a keen familiarity of our local culture and environment to join our team. If you have a background in hospitality, construction, energy, financial services, native Hawaiian priorities, healthcare or government, you may have more opportunities in a consultive agency.

Your Application

Please Include The Following In Your Application

We’re seeking a special breed of marketing enthusiast with passion, leadership and a mind for solution finding.

• Our agency values teamwork. Tell us about a time you brought a team together, and how you were involved in influencing or leading a breakthrough.
• As we create standout work for our clients, we are always on the lookout for opportunities, and finding new solutions to challenges. Tell us about a problem you were directly involved in finding a solution for, and the results of your efforts.
• Being a great marketer takes passion to thrive. Tell us what you do to fuel your passion outside of your day-to-day responsibilities, and any specific areas you’re especially interested in.

Responsibilities

Following is a brief outline of duties and responsibilities:

• Managing relationships with our clients through marketing and communication consultation
• Engage in day-to-day communications with clients; address questions, manage conflicts and collect feedback
• Manage challenging situations that may affect customers.
• Work closely with our internal marketing, communication and creative teams to develop effective marcomm campaigns
• Review performance analytics to determine the next level campaign
• Ability to project manage to stay within budget and deadlines a must.
• Stay on top of the latest industry trends.
• This position reports directly to the president and is accountable to the senior management.

Requirements

• BS/MS degree in marketing or a related field
• A minimum of 5 years’ experience in any client management responsibilities
• Have an excellent comprehension of performance statistics
• Highly creative with experience in identifying target audiences and devising digital campaigns that engage, inform and motivate
• Up-to-date with the latest trends and best practices in online marketing and measurement
• In-depth knowledge of various social media platforms and best practices
• Ability to work well with others.
• Strong project management skills.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build relationships with clients.
• Creativity and innovation skills.
• An organized approach to work.
• Attention to details.
• Patience.
• Problem-solving aptitude.
• A customer-oriented mindset.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong work ethic.

Also Required

• Agency (marketing, digital, advertising or public relations) experience required
• Familiarity with island history, culture and marketplace preferred
• Keen attention to detail and excellent writing and math and problem solving skills
• Project management experience and an ongoing love of learning highly desirable
• Both leadership and team player qualities are essential
• Strong interpersonal communication skills
• Looking or someone with an entrepreneurial spirit and a can-do mindset

Perks

• Parking subsidy or monthly Bus Pass
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Health Insurance coverage (including Acupuncture and Massage) paid by employer
• Group Term Life Insurance
• Supplemental Insurance available
• Flex Spending Accounts (Medical and Dependent Care)
• Year-end performance bonus
• Paid Vacation, Holiday and Sick Pay
• Professional development supported

APPLY NOW

• The screening process includes interviews, written and math tests, reference checks and a background check. If hired, you will be in good company as your colleagues have all gone through the same screening process.
• Candidates must be ready to begin work within a month of offer; therefore only candidates currently on island (or en route to return/relocate to Hawaii) will be considered.

Olomana Loomis ISC

As a Regional Marketing Manager, you are a key contributor to motivating community teams and you develop and create sales campaigns, marketing programs, and initiatives for communities within your portfolio.

The Go-Between

• Build and establish a collaborative partnership with onsite community teams, portfolio leadership, and corporate teams to nurture and enrich Cortland’s culture, guiding principles, and mission
• Partner with the social media and website teams to assess online presence, image, reputation, ratings, and brand consistency as it relates to the overall customer experience and brand message; strategize and recommend enhancements, campaigns, and solutions to improve overall results and customer experience
• Work with Operations and Investments teams to develop budgetary numbers, guidelines, best practices, and expected results as it relates to all aspects of marketing, sales, curb appeal, and collateral at the community and portfolio level
• Assist and support Branding, Design, and Investments teams in creating and maintaining brand identification, marketing collateral, product enhancements, and overall design
• Ensure consistency between the brand and the customer base identified in the business strategy and plan for the investment

The Detective

• Analyze submarket trends and results to develop a strategic marketing and advertising plan designed to drive qualified sales and leads; negotiate pricing when necessary for new advertising and lead generation avenues
• Strategically identify and vet beneficial partnerships that will support the company mission and vision, promote community lifestyles, and further overall investment strategy required to strengthen the overall performance
• Conduct ongoing reviews of advertising, sales messaging, websites, and collateral materials for accuracy and relevance as it relates to verbiage, messaging, brand identification, creativity, contact information, and results
• Research competitive communities, market shifts, employment trends, sub-market changes, new product development or renovation, primary businesses, market trends, and differentiators that may impact asset value or performance
• Understand and discuss communities in the area, pricing, product, promotion, and their customer demographic and employment base

The Marketing Maestro

• Understand and proactively manage effectiveness of lead generation and advertising platforms to drive qualified sales leads
• Provide all guidance, recommendation and reporting related to results and effectiveness to all your assigned communities and portfolio
• Oversee the management and execution of marketing strategies and programs that support the achievement of the portfolio’s performance goals by creating and implementing action plans around leasing and marketing
• Evaluate and understand advertising on a cost-per-lead and cost-per-move-in basis; navigate accordingly the entry and/or exit into a specific advertising space
• Make recommendations regarding the completion of effective outreach marketing, on-site curb appeal, resident functions, advertising campaigns, and resident retention efforts through building positive awareness about the property within the local neighborhood and community
• Participate in driving sales at the community through review of shopping report scores, interviews with leasing and sales candidates, random shadowing of the sales consultant, inspection of models or show units, and providing recommendations related to promotional collateral

The Impact You Can Make

• You expertly collaborate and communicate with other teams so well that everyone feels invested in your projects and wants to see them succeed as much as you do.
• Savvy sleuthing skills are the name of the game – and one you excel at! Your research into market trends and competitive communities always keeps your portfolio one step ahead.
• Never before has the region seen a better marketing mastermind. Your creative ideas and strategies make Cortland’s advertising stand out from all the rest.

• Superb 5+ years of direct marketing, lead generation, and industry experience with proven results related to increased sales, lead generation, and revenues
• Bachelor’s degree in related field or equivalent progressive experience in marketing
• Excellent customer service skills while maintaining the highest standards of professionalism
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Self-starter and have the ability to multi-task while having the ability to work independently within identified parameters
• Computer skills including proficiency in word processing, spreadsheets, and database management programs; general software knowledge including: Outlook, Excel, Word, and the Real Page product suite
• Must have a valid driver’s license; must be able to lift up to 50 pounds, bend, walk and climb stairs
• Ability to travel for community visits on a weekly, monthly, and quarterly basis

Cortland

Job Scope

The job scope of a marketing manager can vary depending on the size and type of company they work for, but generally, a marketing manager is responsible for developing and executing marketing strategies to promote the company’s products or services and achieve business goals.

Responsibilities

• Conducting market research to understand customer needs and preferences, as well as industry trends and competitors’ activities.
• Developing and implementing marketing plans and campaigns, which may include advertising, promotions, events, public relations, and digital marketing.
• Managing the company’s brand identity, including visual design, messaging, and positioning.
• Collaborating with other departments, such as sales, product development, and customer service, to ensure that marketing activities align with overall business objectives.
• Managing budgets and allocating resources for marketing activities.
• Analyzing the effectiveness of marketing campaigns and making data-driven recommendations for improvement.
• Building relationships with key stakeholders, including customers, partners, and influencers.
• Managing and mentoring marketing staff, including hiring, training, and performance management.

Overall, a marketing manager is responsible for creating and executing marketing strategies that drive customer engagement, brand awareness, and business growth. They must be able to think strategically, communicate effectively, and collaborate with other departments and stakeholders to achieve marketing objectives.

Primary Objective

The primary objective of a marketing manager is to develop and execute marketing strategies that drive business growth, increase revenue and profitability, and promote the company’s brand and products or services.

To achieve this objective, a marketing manager typically has the following primary responsibilities:

• Conducting market research and analysis to understand customer needs, preferences, and behavior, as well as market trends and competitors’ activities.
• Developing and implementing marketing plans and campaigns, including advertising, promotions, events, digital marketing, and public relations, that effectively target and engage the company’s target audience.
• Managing the company’s brand identity, including visual design, messaging, and positioning, to ensure consistency and alignment with the company’s overall business objectives.
• Collaborating with other departments, such as sales, product development, and customer service, to ensure that marketing activities are aligned with overall business objectives.
• Analyzing the effectiveness of marketing campaigns and making data-driven recommendations for improvement.
• Managing budgets and allocating resources for marketing activities to ensure maximum return on investment.
• Building relationships with key stakeholders, including customers, partners, and influencers, to drive engagement and promote the company’s brand.

Overall, the primary objective of a marketing manager is to create and execute marketing strategies that drive business growth, increase revenue and profitability, and promote the company’s brand and products or services. They must be able to think strategically, communicate effectively, and collaborate with other departments and stakeholders to achieve marketing objectives.

Requirements And Skills

The requirements and skills of a marketing manager may vary depending on the size and type of company they work for, but generally, they should have the following qualifications and abilities:

• Education: A bachelor’s degree in marketing, business, communications, or a related field is typically required, while a master’s degree in business administration (MBA) or marketing may be preferred.
• Experience: A marketing manager should have several years of experience in marketing, preferably in a leadership or management role.
• Strategic thinking: A marketing manager should be able to think strategically, identify trends and opportunities, and develop and execute effective marketing strategies that drive business growth and increase revenue.
• Creativity: A marketing manager should be creative and able to develop engaging marketing campaigns and messaging that resonate with the target audience.
• Communication skills: Excellent communication skills are required to effectively communicate with team members, other departments, and external stakeholders.
• Analytical skills: A marketing manager should be able to analyze market data and metrics to measure the effectiveness of marketing campaigns and make data-driven decisions.
• Leadership skills: A marketing manager should have strong leadership skills, including the ability to motivate and inspire team members, set goals and objectives, and hold team members accountable.
• Project management skills: A marketing manager should be able to manage multiple projects simultaneously and ensure that they are completed on time and within budget.
• Digital marketing expertise: A marketing manager should have knowledge of digital marketing channels, including social media, email marketing, and search engine marketing (SEM).
• Customer focus: A marketing manager should have a deep understanding of customer needs and preferences and be able to develop marketing strategies that effectively target and engage the target audience.

Overall, a successful marketing manager should have a combination of education, experience, skills, and abilities that enable them to develop and execute effective marketing strategies that drive business growth, increase revenue, and promote the company’s brand and products or services.
The European Company

Finn Partners is a dynamic and fast-growing global integrated communications and marketing firm in need of a Junior Finance Assistant. The Junior Finance Assistant provides support for the financial and general management of the team. They conduct routine and ad hoc reports to track the team’s financial performance against plans, communicate recommendations to support senior management decisions and provide general support to the management team. The role reports to the Financial Manager and supports the development of the team’s growth, profitability, expense management, and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Prepare financial reports on active jobs to provide the status of job fees and expense budgets, billing, accounts receivable, accounts payable, and revenue reconciliation
• Extract and analyze data from various internal systems; compile and assemble relevant information into spreadsheets/reports/presentations
• Help evaluate financial performance by comparing actual results against plans and forecasts
• Perform data entry into financial systems and maintain quality data control
• Provide support for the management team with meetings, scheduling, travel and other administrative tasks
• Work closely with financial manager, billing team and account services team to ensure accurate financial operations
• Identify and drive problem-solving tools that improve financial operations and performance

• Proactively review the quality of reports, processes and tools to help with estimating, budget management, resourcing, billing and invoicing

• Supports accounts and projects to improve financial status by analyzing results; monitoring variances; identifying trends; recommending actions to management

• Report on financial performance and prepare briefs for regular and ad-hoc leadership reviews in a timely and professional manner
• Cultivate positive team relationships and look for opportunities to collaborate
• Act as an information liaison to deliver useful data to account team
• Lead special projects at the direction of financial manager and management team

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree
• 1-3 years of relevant experience
• Proficiency using MS Office Suite and Google Suite especially spreadsheets (fluency with formulas and functions required)
• Experience using Netsuite and MavenLink knowledge is a plus

• Experience with financial dashboards and data visualization tools (ex. Tableau)

• Experience in financial management and/or consulting experience

Knowledge & Skill Requirements

• Strong aptitude for working with data, and excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
• Must have ability to summarize and present information and findings clearly and concisely
• Self-motivated, curious, proactive individual who constantly seeks improvement opportunities
• Must track tasks, set deadlines, and complete on time as indicated
• Ability to accept and manage responsibility, accountability, and feedback
• Ability to maintain high quality control and review work before submitting
• Strong verbal and written communication skills

The ideal candidate reflects:

• Passion for helping people solve real problems
• Desire to think analytically
• Experience in using data to solve problems
• Flexibility, curiosity, and readiness to learn

To Apply:

Please upload your resume, upload your cover letter detailing your recruitment prior work experience, and indicate your desired salary in $US Dollars.

While we appreciate the interest of all candidates, we will only respond to those with whom we have a greater interest.

About Finn Partners:

Finn Partners was launched in 2011 to realize Peter Finn’s vision to create a leading communications agency dedicated to shaping a bold new future in which innovation and partnership are strong drivers of the brand. Finn Partners specializes in the full spectrum of communications services, including digital and social media. Practice areas include arts, consumer lifestyle & sports, corporate social responsibility, education, health, manufacturing, technology, travel, and public affairs.

We are entrepreneurial-minded, global, and focused on integrated programs that bring to life the world-changing technologies, products, and services of our client partners.

Our company culture celebrates delighting our clients with innovative and creative campaigns and programs, and we provide opportunities for our employees to conduct career-meaningful work in a creative, fast-paced, collaborative, and fun environment. We work hard and play nice.

Headquartered in New York City, the agency has 1,000+ employees, with offices in 24 cities around the world: Atlanta, Boston, Chicago, Denver, Detroit, Dublin, Hong Kong, Honolulu, Fort Lauderdale, Frankfurt, Jerusalem, London, Los Angeles, Munich, Nashville, Paris, Portland, San Francisco, Seattle, Shanghai, Singapore, Tamuning (Guam), Vancouver (Wash.) and Washington D.C.

FINN Partners

AYOKAY: Account Manager

Role: We are looking for an experienced project manager. You would be leading our internal team to deliver and delight according to our promises.

We place high value on communication skills, both written and verbal, as well as the ability to schedule and deliver on that schedule. The Project Manager understands the scope and budget of the project and works within that to complete the project goals, and is comfortable holding other team members accountable to deadlines.

This position is ideal for someone that possesses the unique ability to span the human and technical elements of digital projects. You will be expected to leverage our tools and team to balance workload across multiple concurrent projects, even when the unexpected happens. You will work with our Account Managers to ensure results and with our Creative Director to ensure quality.

To sum it up, our Project Manager will be effective in orchestrating project success through leading our team and clients to achieve their goals.

Key accountabilities:

• Launch web development and design projects on time, on budget and to client’s expectations.
• Lead, manage and hold team accountable.
• Keep on top of issues and risks to address problems in a timely manner.
• Provide clear documentation of requirements, scope change requests, and project communications to ensure that all open loops are closed.
• Understand and manage the technical details of the project to be able to answer questions from the project team or clients.
• Continually learn and grow as part of the Ayokay team and in your role as Web Development Project Manager.

We are looking for someone who is…

• Perceptive and Practical: You are comfortable handling a heavy amount of “intake,” quickly and effectively sorting out and prioritizing tasks to efficiently meet a deadline.
• Intentional: Your working style is geared towards creating order and you enjoy creating and perfecting processes.
• A skilled communicator: You are a good listener and can understand what the client’s true needs are. You are also an effective writer that uses common courtesies and is able to articulate details while still being receptive of the needs of the receiver.
• Detail-oriented: You have excellent organization skills, are quick to notice errors or missing pieces and strive to bring things to completion in a neat and orderly way.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in project management or managing a digital agency team
• Confident in coordinating with virtual teams
• High level of organization and scheduling skills
• Translates technical jargon into plain English
• Manage vendor relationships
• Understands and applies formal project management methodologies
• Familiarity or experience with Teamwork Projects (or experience with transferable knowledge of other project management systems)
• Exceptional communication skills both written and verbal. Ability & desire to give honest feedback and insight when needed.
• Fanatically organized with the ability to handle change and the unexpected turn of events that can happen with digital projects

Technical Skills

• A full understanding of web development, custom web applications, system integrations and related web development processes. The more you understand the technical aspects of the web, the better!
• Mid-level understanding of WordPress development to the extent of managing a website build. Must be able to identify needs within a project, for instance, if a custom post type is the best approach. You will not need to build the websites, but you need to have enough understanding to fully manage the development process.
• Basic understanding of analytics and other tracking tools
• SEO basics
• General understanding and experience with digital marketing, funnels and opt-ins
• Domains, DNS, SFTP, SSH and email systems understanding are a plus
• A high emphasis is placed on a candidate who is exceptionally organized and has a proven track record of delivering on time and on budget.

Time commitment:

This is a full-time opportunity at our office in Indianapolis, Indiana.

Benefits include vacation Days + 10-company holidays. We also feature a flexible work-from-home policy.

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm

About Ayokay:

We are a marketing and web design agency with purpose. Whether helping public health organizations grow their authority, promoting healthy living and family fun, or creating a world with less pollution, Ayokay works with brands and organizations that make the world a happier, healthier place.

Our offering includes web design & development, SEO & Content Strategy, Custom application development, and fully integrated marketing campaigns, including PPC/web/social advertising, geofence advertising, social media, content marketing, email marketing and more.

Our Core Values

• Creative: Thinks Big, Flexible
• Approachable: Put things in simple terms, Don’t overcomplicate
• Knowledgeable: Competent, Smart, Savvy
• Innovative: Inquisitive, Problem Solvers, Always Learning
• Committed: Protector, Loyal, Concerned, Trusted, Results-Oriented

Ayokay

Our business is real estate, but our organization is so much more than bricks and mortar, beautiful buildings and well-managed properties. Our business is about people who need a place to call home and the people of Michaels who make it all happen. 

The Marketing Coordinator will be responsible for developing and implementing a marketing and communications plan for the project. This employee will work closely with leasing, management, the partners, outlying communities, media, and other posts to ensure proper marketing and public relations.

1. Develop and implement annual marketing plans that will successfully increase occupancy and traffic for the project. This includes executing all branding, collateral, and content to achieve targeted goals for the project.
2. Develop and track performance metrics and analyses to measure the effectiveness of marketing techniques and leasing incentives/concessions.
3. Develop all outreach marketing material (brochures, flyers, signs, advertisements, etc.) to implement a branded look for the project.
4. Conduct market comparison reports monthly to compare the company’s performance and competitiveness.
5. Serve as spokesperson for the project, promoting a positive relations image to the U.S. Military and outlying communities.
6. Create partnerships with local businesses and organizations in an effort to strengthen the relationship between the project and the community.
7. Prepare and present presentations on behalf of the project to update progress.
8. Attend conferences and seminars, for networking opportunities and exposure to outlying companies.
9. Design and publish monthly newsletters and event flyers for all individuals connected to the housing project, as well as to Army personnel.
10. Manage company website and all social media marketing.
11. Manage and maintain the marketing budget.
12. Coordinate and plan all internal and external monthly events.
13. Manage all event administration, including structure, communication, catering, decoration, and staffing for all resident and employee functions and events.

Required Experience:

1. 1+ years of Marketing Experience, preferably in Property Management.
2. Knowledge and understanding of the marketing culture and dynamic.
3. Significant experience working with customers, media, partners and other critical audiences.
4. Strong understanding of Public Relations principles, practices and processes.
5. Perform other duties as assigned.
6. Must be able to pass background investigation and drug test screening.

Required Education/Training:

1. High School Diploma or GED.
2. Valid Driver’s License and acceptable driving record.
3. Must successfully complete all required courses, classes, and training provided by MMS.

Required Skills and Abilities:

1. Must be able to work as part of a team, as well as complete assignments independently.
2. Ability to work in a self-motivated, fast-paced environment, at all levels of an organization
3. Perform duties under pressure and meet deadlines in a timely manner.
4. Must have excellent writing and communication skills.
5. Must be able to read and write legibly to complete required marketing and leasing reports, as well as traffic and leasing incentive analyses.
6. Must be available for minimal travel for conferences and outreach opportunities.
7. Prioritize and manage daily workload to ensure successful completion.
8. Take instructions from supervisors.
9. Exercise problem-solving skills.
10. Interact with co-workers, supervisors, vendors, residents, guests, and the public in a professional and pleasant manner.
11. Any employee in this position must be knowledgeable and skilled in Microsoft Programs, to include:
a. Microsoft Publisher
b. Microsoft Power Point
c. Microsoft Excel

Working Conditions:

1. Must be able to work 40 hours per week to include evenings and weekends if required for resident and community events.
2. Must be able to work indoors and outdoors, often for extended periods.
3. Must be able and eligible to drive a company vehicle for completing resident events and outreach marketing efforts.

Salary Range Information

The range displayed on each job posting reflects the targeted base salary for the position. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Rewards & Benefits

We know Michaels’ promise of lifting lives starts with our teammates, so making sure every single teammate is happy, healthy, and set up for a successful future is important to us. As part of our team, you will enjoy a competitive wage, a comprehensive benefit package which includes Medical, Dental, Vision, prescription, etc., generous paid time off, a 401 (k) plan with a company match, and so much more:

• Help make the world a better place in a team-oriented environment.
• Grow with our organization through various professional development opportunities.
• Collaborate and thrive in a company culture where all are welcome

Michaels teammates make a difference in the lives of residents, colleagues, and the communities where we live and work every day.

Come join our team. You’re going to love it here!

INTERSTATE REALTY MANAGEMENT CO

PLEASE DO NOT APPLY FOR THIS POSITION UNLESS YOU CAN WORK LOCALLY IN NORTHBROOK, IL. THIS IS NOT A REMOTE POSITION.




About Us

Market JD, Inc. specializes in promoting law firms on the Internet. Operated by a small team of passionate marketers and technologists since 2010, Market JD is growing aggressively. We are looking for a capable team player who fits in with our culture, work ethic, and excitement for Internet marketing.





As a newly hired Digital Marketing Manager, You will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of the business, 
including link-building, content, website creation, reporting, and 
special projects. Our ultimate goal is to drive qualified traffic to our clients’ websites.


Your primary responsibilities may include:

• Overseeing the production of our client websites, SEO, and social media campaigns to ensure quality, timeliness, and consistency.

• Taking a lead role in managing the Market JD website redesign and marketing campaigns.

• Attending trade shows and conferences, both in and out of state (will require occasional travel) 


• Overseeing and participating in special projects. Past projects have included the implementation of a task-management system and a revamp of client reporting.


• Helping lead and oversee L-10 meetings with the leadership team.


• Participating in other one-off projects relating to SEO, website development and business administration.


About You

You must be a self-starter, organized, able to write well, and proficient at using a computer. The position does require strong experience working with tools on the Internet. You must have some of these skills or experience, the more the better:

• Strong writing skills 

• Search engine optimization experience 

• Strong working knowledge of Google Apps (especially Sheets) and Microsoft Office (especially Excel)

• WordPress knowledge or experience


You’d get extra credit for having any of these skills/experience:

• Trade show marketing experience.
• Marketo, Hub Spot, HighLevel or other marketing automation software experience.
• Graphic design training or experience.

• ClickUp or Podio knowledge and experience.

• Communicating via Teams.

• CRM knowledge and experience.

• Conversion optimization experience (using Optimizely or something similar).

• Dropbox and Google Drive experience.


A Day in the Life of our Digital Marketing Manager:

As we continue to add more employees, the nature and scope of your position will change. In the immediate future, your time will be spent roughly as follows:

• 25% Overseeing remote team workers, answering questions, 
helping improve workflow, and providing directional and technical 
support.
• 20% Planning and executing on corporate strategy with the leadership team.
• 25% Executing on monthly campaigns.
• 15% Client communication and engagement.

• 15% Promoting Market JD through trade shows, internet marketing, and marketing automation. 



If you:

• Love to learn and take on new challenges;

• Organize instinctively and meticulously (we may ask for pictures of your kitchen cabinets with your application) and have experience keeping lots of plates spinning at once;

• Thrive in a small-business work environment;

• Work well with a variety of people and team members;

• Have strong people skills (we need a team player);

• Are an excellent writer and a stickler for grammar and spelling;

• Aren’t bothered by interruptions to your daily tasks; and

• Have some web maintenance proficiency (coding, image editing, content creation, etc.) and a working knowledge of web marketing and SEO (those that need to look up this acronym need not apply),

• this position could be an excellent fit for you.

Even better, if you:

• Like (hypoallergenic) dogs and a laid-back work environment;

• Have an entrepreneurial spirit;

• Have no need for a predictable routine, long periods of silence or boring corporate culture;

• Enjoy a passionate discourse on politics and current events every so often;

• Daydream about a work environment that feels like family;

• Relish trying new foods,

• then you should immediately drop everything you’re doing and apply for this position.

If you think you have what it takes to join the ranks of MarketJD, send the following documents:

• Your resume and LinkedIn page;

• A 300-500 word statement on why you would make the best candidate for this position;

• A summary of your technical experience and expertise;

• Your anticipated start availability and days and times you are available to work.


Schedule: This is a full-time job. While we are flexible and accommodate family and other demands, we do insist that you get the job done, even if you need to work after hours. You come to this role understanding that the internet doesn’t sleep, not everything goes as planned, and deadlines need to be met. Sometimes clients send important emails in the evening that need to be read. It doesn’t happen all the time, but it when it does, you need to be responsive. Our goal is to provide everyone on the team with a healthy work/life balance.

Pay commensurate with experience.

Job Location:

• Northbrook, IL


Minimum, $23/hour; salary is commensurate with experience. Health care, vacation, 401(K), profit-sharing.

Bachelor’s Degree.

At least four years in a marketing role.

Reside within a 25-minute drive from Northbrook, IL.
Market JD, Inc.