Job Summary

We’re seeking a creative and entrepreneurial minded team member to join our marketing team that will focus on marketing strategy and support for our xx onsite retail and restaurant partners for our high- profile technology client. This role will work closely with the Vendor Relations team to strategize and assess areas of opportunity to ensure optimal health of our vendor partners. The role will also work closely with the Digital Marketing Manager and Manager of Campus Engagement to collaborate and determine opportunities for vendor features and event sponsorship opportunities through campus. This role will also manage our Retail section of the website in partnership with our Digital Marketing Manager, to highlight the many amenities and services we have available on our campus.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Partner with Vendor Relationship Team to assess and understand opportunities with our overall vendor portfolio.
• Build strong partnerships with our retail and restaurant vendors to develop and activate marketing programming through the year.
• Partner with new vendors in opening and marketing support.
• Oversee Retail Partners page on DSS website and ensure easy and intuitive navigation.
• Collaborate with the Marketing Team to determine vendor highlights and promote via our internal social media channels.
• Proactively look at best and innovative practices in the industry for retail marketing/promotions ideation.
• Content creation and management experience: copywriting, editing, story development, etc.
• Connect with other Marketing Managers in other National Accounts and Corporate Marketing Team to share best practices and stay informed of current and future trends in the corporate food environment.
• Presentation support for client KPI Process.
• Event support (openings, events, tours, promotions, etc.)
• Partner with IS to continuously beta test new technologies in the environment, as requested by clients.
• Strong computer skills including all Microsoft applications/products (Word, Excel, Outlook, SharePoint, and more).
• Other marketing duties as designed depending on business priorities and team resources.

Qualfications

To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to complete each duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Vendor management/partnership experience
• Digital communications management experience – creating and optimizing websites, social media platforms, videos
• Minimum of 5 years designing and managing high profile marketing programs (hospitality, restaurant or events)
• Strong understanding of corporate dining environment or restaurant management
• Experience in digital communications measurement and engagement
• Passion, knowledge, and appreciation of culinary arts, food, dining, and events
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills – both verbal and written
• Highly skilled in PowerPoint/deck creation and visual presentation
• Computer literacy – Microsoft Office (including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Access and Outlook)
• Project management and budget management experience
• Detail oriented with strong organizational skills
• Manage projects against a plan and objectives to ensure commitments are met by monitoring, assessing, and solving variances in budget, timing or quality of work
• Work independently without supervision
• Self-motivated/self-starter, adaptable, flexible
• Graphic design capabilities a plus