Director, Marketing

Abaco Systems is a global leader in modular, high performance, open architecture, standards‑based rugged embedded computing for the most demanding applications in defense and industry. Our products and solutions are found in high‑profile military/aerospace sea, land and air programs, plus commercial and industrial organizations in which rugged reliability is mission critical.

As the Director of Marketing, you will have a strategic global leadership role responsible for planning, developing, and executing comprehensive marketing strategies that drive brand awareness, customer engagement, and revenue growth. You will lead a team of marketing professionals, collaborate with cross‑functional teams, and work closely with senior management to achieve company goals and objectives.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement the overall marketing strategy aligned with the company's goals and objectives.
• Identify market trends, customer insights, and competitive landscape to inform strategic decision‑making.
• Manage and lead a team of global marketing professionals, fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment.
• Set clear goals and expectations, provide regular timely feedback, and support professional development.
• Oversee brand positioning, messaging, and visual identity to ensure consistency across all marketing initiatives.
• Develop and maintain brand guidelines and standards.
• Plan, execute, and optimize multi‑channel marketing campaigns (digital, social media, email, events, etc.) to drive lead generation and customer acquisition.
• Monitor campaign performance and adjust strategies as needed to achieve KPIs.
• Develop and oversee the digital marketing strategy, including SEO, SEM, content marketing, social media, and online advertising.
• Leverage data and analytics to measure and optimize digital marketing effectiveness, track and report KPIs as required by marcom and the Business Unit.
• Create compelling product narratives and materials for different target audiences.
• Manage media relations, social media, and PR efforts to enhance the company's reputation and manage crisis communications.
• Develop and distribute press releases, thought leadership articles, and other relevant content to meet Business Unit and AMETEK KPIs.
• Conduct market research and competitive analysis to identify opportunities and inform marketing strategies; stay up to date with industry trends and developments to drive innovation in marketing efforts.
• Develop and manage the marketing budget, allocating resources effectively to maximize ROI.
• Manage trade shows and conferences to include event schedule, content, advertising, boothing, and subcontractor support to expand Abaco market awareness.
• Monitor expenses and report on budget performance to senior management.
• Collaborate closely with cross‑functional teams, including sales, product, and design, to ensure alignment and maximize marketing impact.
• Effectively communicate marketing strategies and results to senior management.
• Manage and oversee Marketing Qualified Lead generation, email campaigns, website content/maintenance, and marketing inputs using tools such as Salesforce, Pardot, and Sitecore.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business, or a related field.
• Proven experience 10+ years in marketing leadership roles, with a track record of successful strategy development and execution.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of digital marketing channels, content creation, and lead generation.
• Excellent leadership and team management skills.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Analytical mindset with proficiency in data‑driven decision‑making.
• Experience in B2B/B2C marketing, depending on the company's focus.
• Familiarity with marketing automation tools, analytics platforms, and CRM systems.
• Demonstrated ability to manage budgets and allocate resources effectively.

Abaco is a Department of Defense (DoD) supplier; as such employees may work with or be exposed to export‑controlled information and/or information that has been designated as classified. This information may only be seen or handled by U.S. citizens or qualified permanent residents or those with proper clearances.

Compensation

Employee Type: Salaried

Salary Minimum: $150,000

Salary Maximum: $170,000

Incentive: Yes

Disclaimer: Where a specific pay range is noted, it is a good faith estimate at the time of this posting. The actual salary offered will be based on experience, skills, qualifications, market / business considerations, and geographic location.

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