Marketing Manager
Marketing Manager
SkyWater is partnering with a leading building materials and millwork company that distributes their products nationwide. Our client has a strong reputation for customer service and operational excellence.
Position Overview
The Marketing Manager is responsible for leading and developing a high-performing marketing team to drive brand and product awareness, customer engagement, and marketing support within an established B2B customer base. This role partners cross-functionally with Sales, Operations, and Product teams to create integrated marketing strategies that strengthen market presence and support measurable business growth.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead, mentor, and evaluate a team of marketing specialists and coordinators to achieve quarterly and annual goals
- Develop and execute integrated marketing plans across print, digital, events, public relations, and content marketing to generate qualified leads and nurture prospects
- Manage the annual marketing budget in partnership with Accounting, optimizing spend and tracking ROI across initiatives
- Ensure brand consistency across all channels, including website, social media, digital and print collateral, advertising, showrooms, and trade materials
- Analyze marketing performance using data and analytics tools; provide insights and recommendations for continuous improvement
- Collaborate with Sales, Customer Support, and Product teams to align messaging with product updates, launches, and business priorities
- Identify and support cross-functional process improvement initiatives
- Manage external agencies and vendors to ensure quality, consistency, and timely delivery of marketing assets
- Develop and maintain documentation, training, and best practices for marketing processes and tools
Required Skills & Qualifications
- Strong project and budget management capabilities
- Proven experience leading and developing teams
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong copywriting, editing, and proofreading abilities
- Experience with Google Analytics and SEO/SEM tools
- Proficiency in social media platforms and digital advertising (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, YouTube, Pinterest)
- Familiarity with Microsoft Office, Adobe Creative Suite, and Canva
- General understanding of AI tools (such as ChatGPT or Microsoft Copilot)
- Analytical mindset with a data-driven approach to decision-making
- Ability to collaborate effectively across teams and influence stakeholders
Education & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business, Communications, or a related field
- 5+ years of progressive marketing experience, including at least 2 years in a leadership or supervisory role
- Experience in manufacturing, building products, or a related industry is a plus
Work Environment & Expectations
- Primarily in-office role with a standard 40-hour workweek; schedule may vary based on business needs
- Occasional travel may be required for trade shows, client visits, and vendor meetings (up to 25%)
- Frequent computer use with extended periods of sitting; occasional standing, bending, and light lifting (up to 25 lbs)
- Regular collaboration with internal teams and external partners
- Work may occasionally involve interaction with production or warehouse environments
Additional Information
- This role requires the ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
- Reasonable accommodations will be provided in accordance with applicable laws
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