This is a remote position with the potential to work on-site, on occasion. 

CANDIDATE MUST BE LOCAL.

Summary: Marketing Support Specialist is responsible, under direct supervision, to support in a timely manner the delivery of packaging material for all products for all the client’s brands. This role supports product marketing initiatives by coordinating product launch efforts through the appropriate marketing channels.

Responsibilities: Manage all facets of the creative and production for phone/product “Chit Cards and Pull Boxes” for all brands to meet retailers demand according to the retailers’ modular sets and special device/product programs.

• Supports the Marketing Packaging Manager in the creative development of product packaging material for product launches, for all brands, including updates and reprints, such as:
  • Overpacks
  • Sleeves
  • Dummy Boxes
  • BYOP/BYOT
• Provide superior level of collateral development and product management skills to support Marketing Packaging Manager in the timely delivery of product material, including: 
  • Preparing schedules per Demand Planning MABD
  • Consulting with Brand Leads and/or Sales Directors
  • Coordinating with creative developers
  • Finalizing proofs and approvals prior to production
  • Coordinating printing timelines with vendors
  • Working with Field Merchandising teams to execute in-store marketing efforts.
• Works independently and in a team environment, to achieve personal and team goals and complete assignments within established time frames.
• Maintain a filing digital system of all creative work by brand, by type in the Marketing Share Drive, including creative files to support the Product Quality Control teams.

Education:  Associate degree or equivalent combination of education and work experience.  Bachelor’s degree preferred.              

Experience:  3-5 years of relevant corporate or agency experience in marketing communications materials, advertising, marketing materials production, and project coordination required.  Ability to guide graphic design and knowledge of collateral production processes.

Qualifications:

• Candidate must be local due to required on-site visits.
• Must have experience with print work.
• Must have packaging/printed materials background.
• Proofing experience required, preferably with paper-cardboard medium.
• Previous experience as a Marketing Coordinator.