Marketing Specialist I

Marketing Specialist I

The Marketing Specialist I is the entry point into the Sales Factory Marketing Team. This role supports day-to-day client needs assists with project execution and contributes to broader agency initiatives. Marketing Specialist I team members are expected to take initiative stay organized and actively seek learning opportunities that fuel their professional growth. This position reports to senior members of the Marketing Department and collaborates with team members across the agency.

Who Are We at The Sales Factory

The Sales Factory culture is based on the mantra Love to Learn! Love to Win! We are looking for team members who share the same enthusiasm to instill this mantra in their personal and professional lives. We encourage all team members to work collaboratively and share their unique expertise skills and experiences and to work together to achieve our clients goals. We look for problem solvers who are willing to do the extra legwork to get the win resourceful people who value the combination of data and creativity to solve business problems and those who are excited to challenge the status quo. Our curiosity drives us to want to learn more each and every day and we are always open to new ideas and concepts. We are also a proactive team we anticipate challenges act ahead of problems and bring ideas to the table before we are asked.

Team Schedule & Location
Sales Factorys general working hours are Monday through Friday 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. We operate in a hybrid work environment with most team members working in the office on Tuesdays and Thursdays and remotely on Mondays Wednesdays and Fridays. This position will be based out of our Greensboro office and follow the companys hybrid schedule. Additionally this role will require weekly travel to a clients office in Thomasville NC as the positions responsibilities evolve.

At Sales Factory an effective and successful Marketing Specialist I:

• Establishes respectful collaborative relationships with internal team members clients and vendor
• Values diversity in all forms and appreciates that varied backgrounds and experiences guide the best solutions for clients.
• Takes ownership of assigned projects and tasks following through with accuracy and timeliness.
• Develops foundational knowledge of assigned clients businesses competitive landscape market challenges brand strategy and research.
• Builds rapport with clients through proactive communication and a genuine understanding of their goals.
• Communicates professionally in both verbal and written formats.
• Contributes to a positive team culture and supports strong morale among colleagues.
• Demonstrates initiative and readiness to take on greater responsibility.
• Excels at organizing and prioritizing workload to deliver quality results on time.
• Collaborates across the agency contributing to a culture of teamwork and trust.
• Serves as a reliable resource on assigned projects and accounts.
• Traffics programs and projects internally and externally ensuring they remain on strategy on time and on budget.
• Acts as a liaison between the client marketing strategy team and internal departments to ensure seamless project flow.
• Monitors industry trends competitive activity and retail environments; gathers competitive samples when needed.
• Assists in the organization and development of client presentations.
• Prepares accurate and timely budgets and cost estimates for internal and client approval.
• Proofreads and reviews work to ensure accuracy before submission.
• Requests and collects estimates from third-party vendors as appropriate.
• Supports client billing coordination checking for accuracy and alignment with project estimates.
• Manages administrative duties such as weekly status reports internal project tracking and documentation.
• Leverages AI tools responsibly to support productivity and learn emerging best practices.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• BA/BS degree in Marketing Business Communications or related field (preferred).
• 0-2 year of experience in a marketing client services or related role.
• Prior internship experience in a marketing or agency setting is a plus.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office PowerPoint Excel and Google Suite.
• Strong analytical thinking and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Basic business acumen and eagerness to learn.
• Ability to work in accordance with our hybrid work policy and travel as required for client engagements presentations and agency initiatives.

Benefits Galore:

• Hybrid Work Schedule - Only in office on Tuesdays & Thursdays!
• Flex Fridays! No meetings are scheduled after 12 pm on Fridays ... Clients taken care of work is caught up for the week Have that time back for yourself to tend to appointments exercise you name it!
• Relaxed Work Environment & Comfort Casual Attire - No need for a fancy suit! Were more interested in your talents than your wardrobe .. feel free to wear whats most comfortable to you at your home office and in office.
• Full Company Benefits Package (Medical Dental Vision Supplemental Benefits Health Discount Cards)
• Ask about our 100% Company Paid Benefits
• Effective after completing 30 days of employment
• Employee Assistance Programs with personalized mental health support plans (Your wellbeing is TOP priority at Sales Factory)
• 401k Plan w/ 4% company match!
• Flexible (Unlimited) PTO Plans w/ 13 Paid Holidays
• Company Bonus Programs
• Monthly Phone & Gym Reimbursements
• Paid Parental Leave
• Company provided continuing education training and certification programs
• Financial Wellness services
• Happy Hours Free Snacks & Drinks Monthly Team-Building Activities ...
• & SO MUCH MORE!!

Reasonable Accommodations

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. This list contains the major duties and requirements of the job and is not all-inclusive. Incumbent(s) may be expected to perform role-related duties other than those contained in this document.

The company provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race color religion gender sexual orientation gender identity or expression national origin age disability genetic information marital status amnesty or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal state and local laws. The company complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including but not limited to hiring placement promotion termination layoff recall transfer leaves of absence compensation and training.

Required Experience:

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