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Coca-Cola Bottling Company High Country Marketing Specialist in Billings, Montana
Marketing Specialist
Billings, MT (http://maps.google.com/maps?q=1830+Harnish+Blvd+Billings+MT+USA+59101)
Job Type
Full-time
Description
Coca-Cola, with its many brands, has been recognized and enjoyed by people around the world for over a century. Founded in 1956, Coca-Cola Bottling Company High Country is a family owned, regional Bottler serving portions of Colorado, Minnesota, Montana, North Dakota, South Dakota, Utah, and Wyoming.
Every day we honor our core values of Honesty, Integrity, Trust, and Respect through encouraging our team members to develop, grow and serve. Together we become more effective and productive… in life and work.
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Hourly pay for theMarketing Specialistrole is $21.00 per hour.
Robust benefits package including 100% paid employee health, dental and vision options!
100% Employer Paid Life Insurance for Employees
401K With Employer Match
Product Discounts
Much more!
What will you do as a Marketing Specialist?
As part of the Marketing team, the Marketing Specialist is responsible for leading, under the direction of the Marketing Manager, the daily operations of the local marketing department which serves as a print shop and marketing resource for several Sales Centers of Coca-Cola Bottling Company High Country. This position is responsible for the design and production of custom point of sale, inventory and maintenance of marketing materials, and guiding the Sales and Marketing teams to implement strategic programs while supporting the Company’s Culture Formula.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Follow marketing communications guidelines as established by The Coca-Cola Company to ensure all trademark and branding guidelines are followed.
Maintain close communication with Sales and Marketing team members across multiple Sales Centers; keeping the local Sales Center Manager apprised of schedule, activities, etc.
Prepare marketing materials for intercompany, customer and community projects.
With input from the Marketing Manager, lead the Sales and Marketing teams in implementing national and local marketing initiatives to ultimately increase market share, build brand presence and elevate consumer/brand engagement.
Oversee the daily functions of the local Marketing print shop.
Review all requests, prepare production plans, schedule and expedite orders.
Follow guidelines to make purchases based on “best solution” for each set of circumstances. e.g. outsourced print materials, non-refrigerated equipment, promotional merchandise, etc.
Determine the best methodology for each production process. Adjust and modify procedures based on new technologies, changes in customer demands and resources available.
Make decisions regarding Print Shop policy and procedure issues as necessary.
Design, produce, and distribute advertising materials for CCBCHC.
Communicate directly with Sales team members and customers regarding specifications, schedules, and technicalities of incoming requests.
Layout, production, finishing and packaging of custom advertising materials.
Operate equipment and perform production tasks as needed to meet customer requirements.
Coordinate and communicate shipment and delivery of finished materials.
Prepare and maintain files and information for review and presentation.
Lead receipt, shipment and storage of marketing materials.
Inventory all materials and supplies inside of marketing storage areas; maintain inventories at adequate levels.
Receive, inventory, redistribute and ship time sensitive marketing materials for all national and local activations.
Assist with production of promotional displays and dealer loaders.
Lead preparation and execution for customer, corporate and community events, tradeshows and product samplings across Company territories.
Provide instruction and lead execution of various events and product samplings.
Manage sampling tools and preparations for offsite sampling activities.
Maintain records, including calendars, for all event, media and sampling activation, including recaps of activities, costs, etc.
Responsible for the physical condition of all marketing storage areas.
Cleanliness & organization of marketing storage areas.
Assure all policies, procedures and maintenance schedules are followed. Provide for safe working environment.
Prepare and analyze data and reports to identify areas for continuous improvement.
JOB KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Strong writing and design skills.
Solution focused individual with a passion for problem solving and serving customers, employees and business partners.
Experienced and demonstrated success in preparing marketing communications and design layout.
Possess and consistently applies a broad knowledge of marketing communications principles, practices, and procedures.
Proven ability to interact and communicate effectively with Sales and Marketing team members to manage promotional programs.
Effectively interface with all levels of employees and management.
Maintain a professional appearance and provide a positive company image.
Communication – Ability to effectively, clearly and concisely communicate verbally and in writing.
Reliability - Demonstrate reliability and dependability through regular attendance, availability to staff and management, and prompt and consistent follow-through.
Planning & Organizing – Ability to prioritize and plan work activities, use time efficiently and develop realistic action plans.
Quality Management – Demonstrate commitment to improve and promote quality in all operating areas.
Honesty, Integrity, Trust & Respect – Must be seen as truthful and credible and exhibit respectful behavior in all actions representing the company.
Requirements
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Bachelor’s degree in communication, graphic design, or marketing or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Experience in consumer goods or beverages preferred.
Extremely knowledgeable in the following software packages: Microsoft Office, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe InDesign, and Adobe Illustrator.
TRAINING REQUIREMENTS
New Hire Orientation
Company’s Inter-Active Safety Training
Annual Alcohol and Drug Free Workplace Training
On the job training will include internal education of business channels, parent companies, products, and supplier resources & contacts as well as instruction around internal processes and procedures.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Ability to lift a minimum of 50-lbs, handle the loading & unloading of marketing and POS materials, as well as distribution of product for marketing functions.
Must be willing to work all hours as needed to complete the job, including as necessary weekends and evenings.
Work involves walking, talking and hearing, using hands to handle, feel or operate objects. Vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to focus when using computer terminal.
Occasional travel required for training or event activation.
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE)
- None
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Work in an office environment; sustained posture in a seated position for prolonged periods of time; may utilize a computer terminal for prolonged periods of time.
The noise level in the work environment can be moderately noisy due to manufacturing equipment in operation.
May be required to travel to regional locations and attend out-of-town training and/or seminars.
This job description lists the major duties and requirements of the job and is not all-inclusive. Incumbent(s) may be expected to perform job-related duties other than those contained in this document and may be required to have specific job-related knowledge and skills.
Coca-Cola Bottling Company High country is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, requires pre-employment drug testing for all applicable positions and adheres to an Alcohol and Drug-Free Workplace.
Salary Description
$21.00 per hour