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CADDi · 4 months ago

Bilingual Marketing Associate

Chicago, IL

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

$70K/yr - $100K/yr

2+ years exp

CADDi is a fast-growing manufacturing SaaS company looking for a highly motivated Bilingual Marketing Associate (English / Japanese) to join their team. The role involves planning and executing marketing events, developing strategies to generate leads, and collaborating with internal stakeholders to align marketing initiatives with sales objectives.

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Responsibilities

Plan, coordinate, and execute high-touch field marketing and offline events, including trade shows, industry conferences, and exclusive customer engagements

Develop and manage event marketing strategies to generate high-quality leads for the sales team

Work collaboratively with other marketing team members and internal stakeholders to align event initiatives with overall marketing and sales objectives

Develop promotional materials, presentations, and messaging tailored to event audiences

Manage event logistics, including venue selection, vendor coordination, and post-event follow-up to maximize ROI

Track, analyze, and report event performance, providing insights and recommendations for optimization

Maintain and update CRM with event-generated leads and ensure smooth handover to the sales team

Assist in developing localized marketing materials and communications in both Japanese and English to enhance engagement with target audiences

Stay up-to-date on manufacturing and SaaS industry trends and competitor offerings

Qualification

B2B marketing experienceEvent planningFluent in JapaneseFluent in EnglishCRM proficiencyLead generation methodologiesProject management skillsInterpersonal skillsSelf-motivatedTeam collaboration

Required

2+ years of experience in B2B marketing, field marketing, event planning, or lead generation, preferably in SaaS or manufacturing industries

Fluent in both Japanese and English (business-level proficiency required)

Strong understanding of field marketing tactics and lead generation methodologies

Excellent project management and execution skills with keen attention to detail

Strong interpersonal and communication skills to engage with internal and external stakeholders effectively

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Self-motivated and results-oriented with a strong work ethic

Ability to travel for events and conferences as required

Proficiency in CRM and marketing automation tools (e.g., HubSpot, Salesforce) is a plus

Preferred

Strong ambition and passion for building a successful, fast-growing start-up

Strong execution capabilities and ownership to bring success in marketing campaigns

Experience and relationships in the manufacturing industry

Benefits

Comprehensive Health Benefits: We provide 100% company-covered employee comprehensive health insurance, including medical (UnitedHealth), dental (Principal), and vision (VSP) to keep you and your family healthy

Ownership & Rewards: Be a part of our success story with a competitive stock options plan

Financial Security: Start saving for your future with our 401k plan, featuring a generous 4% company match starting on day one

Generous Time Off: Maintain a healthy work-life balance with 15 days of paid time off, five dedicated sick days, and ten company holidays to celebrate throughout the year

Thriving Culture: We foster a vibrant work environment with delicious company lunches, engaging events, and healthy drinks and snacks to keep you fueled. Celebrate your achievements with us at quarterly events and holiday gatherings

Learning & Development: We invest in your growth by providing opportunities to join professional organizations, attend industry conferences, and participate in various learning initiatives

Financial Incentives: Benefit from commuter and parking benefits to simplify your daily commute. We also offer referral bonuses to help you spread the word about exciting opportunities at CADDi