Marketing Specialist

Marketing And Sales Support Position This is a multi-faceted position that will work with a variety of departments in providing marketing and related sale support activities. Duties/Responsibilities: Develop and maintain corporate image via print and web-based materials. Develop and maintain web-based customer newsletter, social media outlets. Assist in creating employee newsletter. Maintain database of media contacts. Prepare and disseminate press releases. Select and assist in the development of corporate attire and promotional items. Work on finding new markets and expanding existing markets. Work with ParkerStore managers and outside sales personnel in developing marketing ideas that are fiscally sound. Work with manufacturers/vendors to increase awareness and sales through joint promotions. Create and send "new customer packets" to new clients that highlight company capabilities. Track new customers' growth. Maintain customer contact database with new and existing customers for mailing lists and promotional purposes. Attending and planning tradeshows. Track attendance and follow-up on leads. Coordinate special events such as meetings, speaking engagements, seminars, trade shows, corporate sponsorship events, etc. Coordinate and maintain all vendor sales leads. Develop a lead nurturing program strategy and monitor ongoing campaigns. Collect data from manufacturers and prequalify leads. Follow up with manufacturers and outside sales force as needed. Maintain literature - make sure we have adequate levels, and that the literature area is well organized. Fulfill any requests for literature and keep levels of line cards adequately stocked. Skills/Abilities: Excellent written and oral communication skills. Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, ERP or related software to complete reports and logs. Proven ability to work effectively in a team environment with associates. Education and Experience: Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year college or university; or one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Physical Requirements: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands for manual dexterity tasks, communicate verbally, and actively listen. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk; sit and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Our Benefits! #1 CULTURE!!! Fun, Family-Oriented Work Environment! Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits that begin on your 1st day of work! Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) Company Paid Life, Dependent Life, Short- & Long-Term Disability Insurance 10 Paid Holidays per year Vacation & Personal Time Employer HSA Contribution Company Paid Bereavement Time Company Paid Maternity and Paternity Leave Onsite Gym AHP is an Equal Opportunity Employer #J-18808-Ljbffr Air Hydro Power