Advisor - Direct Response, Integrated Solutions & Optimization Team

Memphis, TN (Hybrid)

Salary Not AvailableMid Level5+ years expFull time

Posted 1 day ago

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Lead the development, management, and execution of large-scale, multi-channel direct response campaigns that support enterprise fundraising and awareness objectives, from strategic planning through implementation and optimization.
  • Serve as a trusted subject matter expert in direct response marketing, providing strategic consultation and recommendations to stakeholders across the organization to advance audience engagement and business goals.
  • Partner with leadership and cross-functional teams to identify opportunities, solve complex business challenges, and successfully manage projects that support department and enterprise priorities.
  • Develop strategic recommendations using audience insights, campaign analytics, operational considerations, and industry best practices to maximize fundraising effectiveness and donor engagement.
  • Manage campaign budgets, financial forecasts, and performance projections while ensuring effective stewardship of organizational resources and achievement of established goals.
  • Analyze campaign results, identify trends and opportunities, and translate findings into strategic recommendations that continuously improve performance and efficiency.
  • Foster collaboration across marketing, analytics, operations, supply chain, technology, and external vendor partners to ensure seamless campaign execution and achievement of business objectives.
  • Represent the Integrated Solutions & Optimization Team in enterprise meetings, presentations, and strategic discussions, influencing decisions and advocating for direct response best practices.
  • Lead special projects and cross-functional initiatives focused on innovation, process improvement, operational excellence, and enhanced audience engagement.
  • Provide oversight of inventory management, sourcing, fulfillment, and premium procurement activities to ensure resources are available and aligned with campaign requirements.

Requirements

  • Deep understanding of direct response marketing principles, campaign development, and industry best practices while ensuring brand integrity and consistency.
  • Experience supporting fundraising, customer engagement, or direct marketing initiatives that drive measurable business outcomes.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to translate data, trends, and performance insights into actionable recommendations.
  • Knowledge of integrated marketing channels and emerging platforms, including direct mail, digital, social, mobile, and omni-channel engagement strategies.
  • Demonstrated ability to develop strategic recommendations and execute complex marketing initiatives in a fast-paced environment.
  • Exceptional attention to detail, organizational skills, and commitment to quality.
  • Experience managing campaign budgets, revenue projections, and expense forecasting.
  • Strong verbal, written, and presentation skills with the ability to communicate effectively across all levels of the organization and with external partners.
  • Proven ability to lead multiple priorities simultaneously while managing competing deadlines and stakeholder expectations.
  • Strong project management skills with the ability to move initiatives from concept through execution.
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St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital is a global leader in the research and treatment of pediatric cancer and other life-threatening diseases of childhood. Headquartered in Memphis, Tennessee, St. Jude is the first and only National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center devoted solely to children. St. Jude has been named a top pediatric cancer hospital on U.S. News & World Report’s annual "Best Hospitals" list and named to Fortune magazine’s "100 Best Companies to Work For" list.Research and treatments developed at St. Jude are shared to help improve the survival rate for children with cancer and other life-threatening diseases worldwide. St. Jude is recognized as one of the world’s premier pediatric research and treatment institutions with a focus on acute lymphoblastic leukemia, brain tumors and infectious diseases. With eight affiliate clinics across the country, St. Jude treats about 8,600 children each year. Beyond the United States, the institution’s St. Jude Global initiative seeks to improve health care for children with life-threatening disease worldwide.Follow us to discover the research, scientific discoveries, clinical care and employment opportunities at St. Jude. View our career opportunities: www.stjude.org/JoinOurMission. Follow St. Jude across social media at @stjuderesearch.If you'd like to learn about employment opportunities at ALSAC, the fundraising and awareness organization for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, follow St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital – ALSAC.

Founded in 1962
Memphis, Tennessee, USA
5K employees (87 in marketing)
92% recommend to a friend
95% CEO approval

Marketing Team

Marketing Team Size
87 (2% of company)
Median Tenure
4.3 years
Marketing Roles Posted (Last 30 Days)
2

Traffic Signals

Monthly Visitors
2.9M
Monthly Google Ads Budget
$296.7K
Traffic Source Mix
Search
40%
Direct
40.1%
Referral
7.1%
Social
10.6%
Paid
2.1%

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Current headcount: ~5K

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Advisor - Direct Response, Integrated Solutions & Optimization Team

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