Global Brand and Export Development · 3 days ago
Promotions Support
Naperville, IL
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry Level
$45K/yr - $50K/yr
1+ years expGlobal Brand & Export Development is a leading food brokerage firm specializing in the natural and specialty CPG industry. The Promotions Support Specialist will assist the promotions and sales teams in executing promotional campaigns, coordinating trade shows, and providing essential administrative support to ensure seamless execution of brand initiatives.
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Responsibilities
Assist in the development and execution of promotional plans, ensuring alignment with brand strategies
Help coordinate in-store offers, product launches, and special events with vendors and retailers
Manage logistics for promotional materials, including ordering, tracking, and distribution to retailers and partners
Support the creation and maintenance of promotional calendars to ensure all activities are scheduled and executed on time
Support the sales team by contributing to promotional strategy development, including researching market trends, competitor activities, and consumer insights
Assist in the coordination of promotional initiatives, working with internal teams to ensure consistency in messaging and brand positioning
Track, analyze, and compile data on promotional initiatives to provide insights on performance and opportunities for improvement
Assist in the planning, coordination, and execution of trade shows and selling events, ensuring that all logistical elements are handled efficiently
Coordinate with vendors, retailers, and internal teams to ensure proper setup and branding at trade shows, including booth design, promotional materials, and product displays
Provide on-site support during trade shows and events, engaging with attendees, and collecting leads for follow-up
Assist in post-event evaluations by gathering feedback, analyzing event performance, and providing suggestions for future improvements
Provide administrative support to the promotions team, including scheduling meetings, organizing files, and maintaining project timelines
Manage promotional-related documentation, including promotional guidelines and supporting materials
Help prepare presentations, reports, and promotional materials for internal and external stakeholders
Maintain and update the company’s CRM system with client, vendor, and promotional data
Collaborate with the sales team to ensure they have the promotional support and materials needed for retailer promotions and events
Support the promotions team in developing basic digital marketing materials, graphics or email templates
Qualification
Required
1-2 years of experience in marketing, promotions, or administrative support, preferably within the CPG industry
Strong multitasking and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects, deadlines, and priorities simultaneously
Detail-oriented with excellent written and verbal communication skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and basic knowledge of digital marketing platforms
Ability to work both independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in marketing, communications, or a related field (preferred but not required)
Benefits
Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
Hybrid Schedule – 4 days Office / 1 day Remote
Paid Time Off:
52 Short workday Fridays (end at 2 pm), this approximates 20 additional days off.
5 days of vacation after the first 90 days / 10 days after 1 year.
6 Sick days, 2 floating holidays, Your birthday off, 7 recognized National Holidays
In total: Year 1 (41 days) & Year 2 (46 days)
401(k) with 3% company match
Employee incurred Expense Reimbursement
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
50k life insurance policy
Employee Assistance Program
Monetary Incentive Wellness Program
Monthly Mental Health Workshops
Company
Global Brand and Export Development
Our team is focused on the specialty foods market with experienced sales and marketing solutions for mission-driven brands.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase