Director, Marketing-V

Job Location:Las Vegas North Premium OutletsPRIMARY PURPOSE:This position is responsible for communicating the Simon and center specific brand proposition/narrative at the local center level via sourcing and executing property level marketing initiatives. Responsibilities include: creation, development, and implementation of the overall strategic marketing and communication direction of the shopping center. The Director of Marketing will also be responsible for providing sales support and implementation of business development programs.PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES:The successful candidate’s responsibilities will include, but not be limited to: Develop and execute an annual marketing plan which strategically utilizes all platform programs, supports the corporate marketing objectives and positively impacts the center’s core financial objectives: EBIDTA, SBV income, leasing, sales, overage rent, traffic, and market shareImplementation of business development revenue opportunities including mall assets, media assets, and mall programming in order to achieve the financial sales goals of the propertyDevelop and implement retailer intensification strategies that drive awareness and salesPromote platform program opportunities to, and foster relationships with key retail partnersImplement corporate direction regarding all national and/or regional Simon/Malls brand marketing and SBV programs and initiatives at the field levelCreate annual marketing budgets based on retailer dues, allocating expenses as appropriate to support platform programming, Simon initiatives and brand messaging in order to achieve center objectives.Forecast and maximize marketing dollars by analyzing sales performance of the center and our retailers including overage rent, as well as the ROI on marketing programs on a monthly basisManage data input and use of Salesforce as related to tourism, deal management, lease actions, and inventoryWhere applicable, oversee and execute tourism programs to include: local/regional/national/international/Simon Shopping Destinations initiativesCoordinate all shopping center visual merchandising, signage and advertising programs to ensure quality and effective useManage where applicable all marketing work surrounding center renovations, redevelopment and expansions to ensure effective messaging to the shopper baseProvide input as required on media plans, media buys and media channels for the most effective reach of the target audience for the centerWork with the PR agency to enhance overall perception of property, establish and ensure local media relations are solid, and responses for media releases, alerts and talking points are adequately prepared, vetted and usedDrive the growth and engagement of our social media channels, as well as data collection, SMS, and Email (subscribers) for the specific centersDevelop professional business relationships with center retailersWhere applicable, drive Simon loyalty programs tailored to the individual property market and core demographicsOversee all financial forecasting budgeted for the marketing department and marketing programs   Hire and oversee all work assigned to the Marketing Administrative AssistantParticipate in Manager on Duty rotation, staff meetings and other relevant management responsibilities as a critical member of the mall management team at each centerMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: BA or BS degree with emphasis in sales, marketing, or business4-6 years previous experience in strategic marketing, event management, sales, sponsorship, and budgetingKnowledge of retail management, marketing and advertising and working knowledge of the media industryExcellent interpersonal, communication, selling, and negotiation skills with the ability to use tact and diplomacy when interacting with othersSuperior computer skills combined with the ability to effectively communicate verbally, visually, and in writing are essential to success Flexibility to work varied schedules including weekends and eveningsStrong team building and coaching skillsAbility to handle multiple projects simultaneouslySome overnight travel requiredAbility to think strategicallyLEADERSHIP CHARACTERISTICS:Strong organization and coordination skillsStrong team building and coaching skillsAbility to handle multiple projects simultaneouslyAbility to communicate with various levels within the organizationSummaryLocation: Las Vegas, NVType: Full time