Marketing Specialist

Kreate is a family-owned plastic injection molding company headquartered in Findlay, Ohio, with operations across five states. We create consumer goods sold by major retailers—products that improve everyday experiences for the people who use them. What makes Kreate different is how we think. We’re on a mission to reimagine familiar product categories and turn “same old” into “new and improved.” That mindset drives everything we do—from product development and manufacturing to how we invest in our people and run our operations. Innovation at Kreate isn’t limited to engineering or design teams. It shows up on the plant floor, in continuous improvement efforts, in how we adopt new technologies, and in how we support our teams. We’re always evolving—our processes, our tools, and our capabilities—because we believe the best ideas can come from anywhere. As a family-owned company, we take a long‑term approach to growth. We value accountability, collaboration, and people who take pride in their work. Here, you’ll have the opportunity to make an impact, learn new skills, and help shape how we build products and run our business. If you’re looking for a place where innovation is expected, initiative is encouraged, and your work truly matters, we’d love to Kreate the future together . The Marketing Specialist is responsible for developing high-quality marketing materials that strengthen Kreate's brand and support business growth. This role will create customer presentations, pitch decks, sales collateral, digital content, and other marketing assets that effectively communicate Kreate's capabilities to existing and prospective customers, including major retail and big-box partners. Working closely with Sales, Innovation, Engineering, Executive Leadership, and third-party marketing partners, this individual will help launch new products, support the company's Innovation Center, and drive initiatives that expand Kreate's customer base. The ideal candidate is creative, highly organized, eager to learn, and excited to make an immediate impact in a growing organization. Key Responsibilities Develop and maintain consistent branding across all marketing materials and customer communications. Create professional presentations, pitch decks, proposals, and sales collateral for customer meetings and business development. Design brochures, sell sheets, digital content, product literature, signage, and other promotional materials. Support product launches and Innovation Center initiatives through customer-facing marketing campaigns and materials. Partner with Sales, Innovation, and Engineering to translate technical information into compelling customer messaging. Coordinate projects with third-party marketing agencies, graphic designers, printers, photographers, and other external partners. Manage multiple marketing projects while ensuring timelines, quality, and brand consistency are maintained. Assist with trade shows, promotional events, website updates, and digital marketing initiatives. Maintain marketing templates, brand assets, presentation libraries, and other company resources. Research market trends, customer insights, and competitive activity to support business growth. Perform other marketing and branding duties as assigned. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, or a related field preferred. 1–2 years of marketing experience, preferably in a B2B or manufacturing environment. Experience creating professional presentations, pitch decks, and customer-facing marketing materials. Strong graphic design skills with the ability to develop compelling visuals, branding themes, and promotional content. Highly organized with strong project management skills and the ability to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously. Experience collaborating with external marketing agencies or third-party marketing partners is a plus. Strong written and verbal communication skills with the confidence to support customer-facing marketing efforts, including presentations to major retailers and big-box customers. Self‑motivated, creative, and eager to contribute to the growth of Kreate's Innovation Center and help expand the company's customer base. Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly PowerPoint, and familiar with marketing and design platforms such as Adobe Creative Suite or Canva. Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, collaborative environment with a willingness to take initiative and continuously learn. Company Details Location: 2033 Main Street, Suite 301, Sarasota, FL 34237 This position will report to the CCO Kreate is an equal opportunity employer. The Statements used herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by an employee in this position and are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the Company. The pay range for this role is: 70,000 - 80,000 USD per year (Sarasota - Corporate) #J-18808-Ljbffr