Marketing Operations Specialist

Marketing Operations SpecialistFDH Aero is a trusted global supply chain solutions partner for aerospace and defense companies, helping to shape the industry by simplifying the supply chain. With over 60 years serving as a leading independent industry partner, FDH specializes in hardware, electrical, consumables and expendables, licensed products, and value-added services for global OEM and aftermarket customers. FDH is headquartered in Commerce, California, and has operations across the Americas, EMEA and APAC. FDH Aero – named a Best Places to Work in Aviation in 2024 – has locations in 14 countries across the globe, with more than 1,500 best-in-industry employees and over 650,000 square feet of inventory space.We Are Service First - We act with agility and intelligence to solve our partner's most pressing needs. We safeguard our trusted relationships by communicating with clarity and unmatched follow through.We Are Respectful - We behave with dignity, fairness, and acceptance. We thrive by prioritizing empathy, humility, and connection to our collective community.We are Amplifiers - We invest in driven, diverse and experienced professionals, businesses and partners. We fuel the entrepreneurial spirit by providing autonomy, authority and a clear mission.We Are Open-Minded - We communicate with intention, curiosity, and diversity of thought. By actively contributing with courage and candor, we challenge the status quo and innovate together.We Are Accountable - We own responsibility for our outcomes. We set expectations, embrace critique, and empower every employee to take immediate actions on challenges they encounter.We Value Our People - That's why we offer competitive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), 401k matching, and wellness programs. We invest in training, mentorship, and career development to empower our employees to reach their full potential. Our commitment to culture and excellence has earned us recognition as one of Aviation Business News' Best Places to Work in Aviation.As a team member at FDH Aero you are trusted to deliver, to innovate, and to drive next-generation solutions for tomorrow's supply chain demands. Ready to make an impact? We proudly pursue top talent with a diverse and global set of experiences and backgrounds.The Marketing Operations Specialist is responsible for supporting and executing integrated marketing initiatives that drive brand awareness, customer engagement, lead generation, and business growth. This role collaborates across departments to develop marketing campaigns, create compelling content and sales materials, support events and trade shows, analyze campaign performance, and maintain marketing resources and budgets.The ideal candidate is a creative, organized, and data-driven marketing professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and helps effectively communicate value to customers, suppliers, employees, and future talent.What You'll Do (Responsibilities)Collaborate with cross-functional teams to execute comprehensive marketing initiatives that align with business objectivesConduct market research to identify trends, competitive landscape, and customer preferences, translating findings into actionable insightsBrand Activation of marketing campaigns across various channels, including digital, social media, email, trade shows/events and traditional methodsCollaborate with the Manager, Marketing Communications to distribute blog posts, articles, social media posts, videos, and infographics, to drive audience engagement and brand awareness.Monitor and analyze the performance of marketing campaigns and initiatives, providing regular reports and recommendations for optimizationAssist the Manager, Brand Marketing in organizing and executing promotional events, webinars, trade shows, and other marketing activities to generate leads and foster customer relationshipsCollaborate with sales teams to align marketing efforts with sales goals and provide them with the necessary tools and materialsManage and maintain the marketing budget and corporate card reconciliation, ensuring efficient allocation of resources and tracking expensesPerform other duties as assignedWhat You Bring (Qualifications & Skills):Education and Experience: Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business, Communications, or related field is required. 3+ years experience as a Marketing Specialist or similar role in a B2B/B2C environmentAgency experience preferred but not required.Key Competencies: Strong knowledge of marketing principles, including market segmentation, positioning, and competitive analysisAnalytical mindset with the ability to interpret data and make data-driven decisionsStrong prioritization, organization, and project management skills, with the ability to handle multiple tasks and deadlinesCollaborative team player who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is willing to support projects outside of core responsibilities to support team goalsAbility to receive feedback and quickly and accurately incorporate itExperience with HubSpot, Wordpress, Elementor, Pipedrive CRM, Sprout Social a plus, but not requiredSpecial Requirements: U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (Green Card holder) or asylee/refugee status as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) required. ITAR requirement 120.15. Some positions will require current U.S. Citizenship due to contract requirements. This position requires access to information that is subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations ("ITAR") and/or the Export Administration Regulations ("EAR"). In order to comply with the requirements of the ITAR and/or the EAR, applicants will be asked to provide specific documentation to verify U.S. person status under the ITAR and the EAR. A "U.S. person" according to their definition is a U.S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), or protected individual such as a refugee, or asylee. See 22 CFRFDH Aero is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.