Marketing Assistant

Business Overview

Genus strives to provide beef, dairy and pork producers with superior breeding stock to enable the production of affordable and nutritious animal protein for consumers. Genus’ mission is to pioneer animal genetic improvement to help nourish the world. PIC is Genus’ porcine division and is the global leader in pig genetics.

PIC currently supplies over 70% of the world’s top pork producers and genetically influences approximately 25% of all pigs produced in professional systems across the globe. We directly employ people in 18 countries worldwide and our products are available in more than 50 countries. We are a diverse team, ranging from scientists to sales teams, production personnel to customer service, and are all united by a passion for producing nutritious, affordable pork and a commitment to continuous improvement. PIC’s customers are increasingly using digital channels to engage with genetic providers and PIC is expanding its capabilities to use the latest technologies to interact with customers.

Role Overview

The Marketing Assistant works as part of the larger marketing team to offer administrative support and complete essential tasks including but not limited to management of promotional items/printed materials and coordination of sales supported industry events. This role will also be responsible for supporting local sales and customer events as well as administrative duties to assist the main office.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Support marketing initiatives through collaboration with the North America Marketing Team
• Aid office management to coordinate customer and internal team meetings
• Assist administrative team with office-based administrative tasks
• Coordination & support of PIC participation/attendance at select industry and customer events

Requirements

• University or associate degree in Business, Administration or Marketing related field
• A minimum of two years of experience in related field, event planning and/or administrative support preferred. New graduates considered.
• Strong project management and organizational skills are required
• Motivated customer-focused team player with problem solving abilities
• Ability to work both autonomously and collaborate across teams and functional areas
• Proficient in Microsoft 365
• Ability to travel approximately 5%

Equal Employment Opportunity

Genus is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with anti-discrimination law, it is the purpose of this policy to effectuate these principles and mandates. Genus prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Genus conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.

Pig Improvement Company (PIC) – North America