Marketing Associate

NOTE ***Candidate must be located in Milwaukee, Dallas or South Chicago or you won't be considered*** Join a growing distribution organization in a hands‑on marketing and business development role. This position supports sales and marketing initiatives through market research, lead generation, customer outreach, brand support, and project coordination. The ideal candidate is analytical, proactive, and interested in helping drive business growth through strategic marketing efforts. Key Responsibilities Market Research & Analysis Monitor industry trends, customer needs, and competitive activity. Analyze market data to identify opportunities for growth and profitability. Assist with product positioning, messaging, and go-to‑market strategies. Develop an understanding of the company's product portfolio and target markets. Brand & Marketing Support Support brand‑building initiatives and marketing campaigns. Help develop content, messaging, and promotional materials. Gather customer insights to strengthen brand awareness and engagement. Contribute ideas that improve marketing effectiveness and customer experience. Business Development Build relationships with prospective customers through phone calls, email outreach, trade shows, conferences, and meetings. Identify and qualify new business opportunities. Maintain and support sales pipeline activities. Assist in developing customer‑focused strategies that address client needs and business objectives. Project Coordination Coordinate marketing and business development projects from planning through execution. Track project timelines, deliverables, and priorities. Monitor project performance and recommend process improvements. Collaborate across departments to ensure successful execution of initiatives. Desired Qualifications Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail. Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment. Self‑motivated with a strong sense of urgency and accountability. Creative thinker with strong problem‑solving abilities. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. This opportunity is ideal for an early‑to‑mid career marketing professional looking to gain broad exposure to marketing, business development, brand management, and strategic growth initiatives within a distribution‑focused organization. #J-18808-Ljbffr