Marketing Specialist

Marketing Specialist

We deliver the goods:

• Competitive pay and benefits, including day 1 health & wellness benefits, employee stock purchase plan, 401k employer matching, education assistance, paid time off, and much more
• Growth opportunities performing essential work to support America's food distribution system
• Safe and inclusive working environment, including culture of rewards, recognition, and respect

Position purpose:

Plans, directs, communicates and coordinates corporate marketing programs enhancing company value proposition. Facilitates the organization of corporate meetings. Solves practical problems and deliver solutions that contribute to the ability of the business to grow. Deals with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Interprets a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Assists in prioritizing projects and programs based on contribution to immediate yet sustainable revenue enhancements. Interacts with marketing team, management, vendors and other associates. Functions as a team member within the department and organization, as required, and performs any duty assigned to best serve the company

Responsibilities may include, but not limited to:

• Assists with developing and executing short and long range marketing plans and programs to ensure the profit growth and adding value to stakeholder relationships
• Assists with establishing marketing goals to support organizational strategic plans and visions
• Reviews market analysis to determine business and market opportunities for key stakeholders and ensure supportive organizational growth and development
• Prepares marketing and marketing activity reports
• Plans and coordinates the organization's advertising and promotion activities including, but not limited to: print, electronic, and direct mail
• Communicates with outside advertising, marketing, and public relations agencies on ongoing projects and campaigns

Required qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 1-2 years of marketing or related experience

Preferred qualifications:

• Associates/2-year technical degree in marketing or related field
• 2-4 years of marketing experience within foodservice industry
• Strong project management and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple marketing projects at once
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for working with customers, sales teams, designers, and partners
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and basic reporting or tracking tools
• Experience creating presentation and marketing materials using PowerPoint, Canva and/or Adobe Creative Suite
• Familiarity with social media content creation and scheduling
• Basic understanding of AI functions
• Ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and adapt in a fast-paced environment

Location: Rogers, Minnesota (MN)

Shift: 1st Shift

Full Time / Part Time: Full Time

EEO Statement: Performance Food Group and/or its subsidiaries (individually or collectively, the "Company") provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all applicants and employees, regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable local, state and federal laws and regulations.

Company description: Performance Foodservice, PFG's broadline distributor, maintains a unique relationship with a variety of local customers, including independent restaurants and hotels, healthcare facilities, schools, and quick-service eateries. A team of sales reps, chefs, consultants, and other experts builds close relationships with customers — providing advice on improving operations, menu development, product selection, and operational strategies. The Performance team delivers delicious food but also goes above and beyond to help independent restaurant owners achieve their dreams.

Compensation: $65,000 - $80,000/year