Marketing Communications Specialist

Marketing Communications SpecialistAramark Student Nutrition provides food and nutrition services to over 350 school districts in the U.S. It offers public and private education institutions a variety of dining options including breakfast and lunch programs, after-school snacks, catering, nutrition education and retail operations. We partner with schools to create culinary experiences that propel students to success. Our goal is to provide healthy, nutritional meals with a stellar dining experience for our communities.The Marketing Specialist is responsible for supporting Aramark's clients with product innovation, merchandising and promotions. This role serves as a liaison between Aramark's Marketing team and client's account locations, ensuring that client and consumers' needs are met, while adhering to Aramark standards.Job ResponsibilitiesConducts Marketing Research and Data collection: Focus groups, surveying, campus mapping, trend development/research, competitive pricing analysisStrategic Planning, Innovation and Creativity: Develop Marketing Plans; new strategies and tactics for promoting existing or new locations to enhance sales and customer satisfactionSales Support: Develop and execute annual campaigns, including oral and written presentations, to various target groups. Support Business Development with Request For Proposal (RFP) responses, sales presentations and Client Business Reviews (CBRs)Marketing: Coordinate special events, promotions, marketing collateral, media interaction, public relations, website updates, social media marketingBuild Relationships with clients, organization department heads and subgroups/ community groupsQualificationsRequires at least 3 years of product, marketing and / or merchandising experience Requires people management experience for at least 2-3 direct reports Requires a bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in business or marketing A proven ability to increase sales and measure the impact/return on investment on implementation of programs A demonstrated ability to be proactive and assertive in identifying and capturing growth opportunities, as well as thinking creatively and strategically Must have excellent interpersonal skills including presentation, public speaking and client interaction skills Must be able to efficiently utilize social media and MS Office products to accomplish work tasks Valid driver's license and vehicleAbout Aramark Our Mission Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet. At Aramark, we believe that every employee should enjoy equal employment opportunity and be free to participate in all aspects of the company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by applicable law.The people of Aramark proudly serve millions of guests every day through food and facilities in 15 countries around the world. Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions, and empower your professional growth. So, no matter what you're pursuing - a new challenge, a sense of belonging, or just a great place to work - our focus is helping you reach your full potential.