What are the responsibilities and job description for the Channel Marketing Manager position at Generac?
Major Responsibilities
Lead Generation & Demand Marketing
Education
Education
Lead Generation & Demand Marketing
- Develop and implement strategic channel marketing plan to achieve revenue and growth targets.
- Support B2B lead generation initiatives across digital and owned channels to drive qualified opportunities for the sales team
- Prioritize, build and execute effective marketing campaigns that generate leads and accelerate them through the funnel
- Allocate and manage paid media budgets to improve lead efficiency across platforms such as Google Ads, LinkedIn Ads, and other digital channels
- Lead website SEO initiatives to increase organic traffic and inbound lead volume, in partnership with internal or external resources
- Create, update, and manage marketing collateral including brochures, flyers, catalogs, and sales support materials
- Drive the development of compelling marketing communications, collateral, presentations, and promotional materials to inform, educate, engage, and support channel partners.
- Collaborate closely with the sales team to develop content that supports the buyer journey, including customer case studies, targeted newsletters, social media content and sales driven messaging
- Ensure all content aligns with brand guidelines and supports technical credibility in C&I markets
- Provide training and support to channel partners, ensuring a deep understanding of our marketing and sales programs.
- Develop and maintain a cohesive and consistent brand narrative at the local and regional level
- Communicate product updates, launches, and promotional initiatives to internal stakeholders and external audiences
- Support local sponsorships / events / partnerships as needed
- Establish and maintain strong relationships with key vendors including external agencies and creative vendor building plans, negotiating agreements, and optimizing mutual success.
- Analyze and report on the performance of channel marketing programs, communications, promotions, assets, and media presenting insights and recommendations to leadership.
- Manage budgets effectively, ensuring optimal allocation of resources for maximum ROI.
- Analyze performance by partner type, vertical market, or region to identify trends, insights, and optimization opportunities
- Continuously test, learn, and refine tactics to improve efficiency and effectiveness
Education
- Bachelor’s Degree in marketing, business or related field
- Demonstrated success in building local / regional marketing strategies and executing them
- Excellent execution skills with a passion to drive results
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and market trends.
- Self-starter with an ability to handle a wide range of projects and work in a fast-paced collaborative environment
- Knowledge of marketing automation and lead management tools
- Ability to communicate insights effectively and drive decisions
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
Education
- MBA preferred but not required
- 5 plus years proven experience in channel marketing and/or B2B marketing
- Expertise in digital marketing
- Ability anticipate challenges, proactively resolve issues while executing marketing projects
- Comfortable interacting frequently with a wide range of sales partners, driving for results when consistent follow-up is required
- Ability to collaborate closely with Enterprise Marketing team, craft professional briefs, and serve as a translator on more technical concepts