Marketing Communications Specialist

Kalamazoo, MI (Unknown)

$24/hr – $27/hrMid LevelFull time

Posted 3 months ago

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Job Summary

Drive marketing communications for Imperial Beverage by leading social media, content, and brand initiatives across internal and external channels.

  • Own creation and lead on social media, web, and marketing materials.
  • Must-have: Bachelor's degree in Marketing or related field.
  • Standout: Brand maintenance and cross-department collaboration for events.

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Sleep. Create. Repeat: Our Marketing Communications Specialist creates and takes the lead on social media, web, communication and marketing needs.
  • Arrive to the office ready to create
  • Lead the development of internal and external communication and marketing materials
  • Design and post creative content for company social media such as Facebook and Instagram
  • Track and analyze data relating to marketing efforts
  • Maintain the company brand identity
  • Collaborate with multiple departments on marketing needs for company events
  • Maintain website files

Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree (or equivalent education and experience) in Marketing, Advertising or related field
  • Attention to detail while working within deadlines
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Must possess superior communication and customer service skills, confidentiality and professionalism
  • Ability to problem solve and make decisions quickly and efficiently
  • Ability to coordinate processes and work well with various departments
  • Self-starter, highly motivated with a high productivity level
  • Ability to complete projects using Adobe InDesign and Illustrator, preferred
  • Graphic design and/or photography experience, preferred

Preferred

  • Ability to complete projects using Adobe InDesign and Illustrator, preferred
  • Graphic design and/or photography experience, preferred

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus HSAs, FSAs, and more.
  • 401(k) with Traditional and Roth options, employer match, and immediate vesting
  • 3.5 weeks of PTO starting in year one, accruing from day one with rollover
  • Ongoing training and career development opportunities
  • Paid volunteer time to give back to the community
  • Paid parental leave to welcome your newest family member. (Full time employees)
  • Weekly pay
  • Uber, Lyft, or taxi reimbursement when you need a safe ride home
  • Kick ass events and fun across Michigan
  • Domestic and international trip opportunities to learn about the beverage industry
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Imperial Beverage

3.6 Glassdoor

Imperial Beverage is a long-standing member of the Michigan beverage distribution community. Established in 1933 after the repeal of prohibition and purchased by Kalamazoo’s Cekola family in 1984, Imperial has grown from a one county beer distributor to a top 10 statewide beer, wine & spirits wholesaler. With 300 employees and 4 locations in Kalamazoo, Livonia, Ishpeming, and Traverse City, Imperial provides statewide coverage that serves every Michigan County, every week, all year long. Our knowledgeable staff works with our customers to fulfill our passion statement “Helping People Succeed,” by building profit and identity in their restaurants and retail locations through the selection of fine wines, craft beers, ciders, spirits, sodas and mixers from our diverse portfolio. We offer Health Insurance, 401k Match, Volunteer Program, Internship Opportunities, and more to Imperial Beverage staff. Interested in joining the Imperial Beverage family? Visit imperialbeverage.com/careers to learn more!

Founded in 1933
Kalamazoo, Michigan, USA
213 employees (32 in marketing)
49% recommend to a friend
76% CEO approval

Traffic Signals

Monthly Visitors
1.9K
Traffic Source Mix
Search
47.2%
Direct
32.7%
Referral
5.9%
Social
12.8%
Paid
1.2%

Headcount Trend

Current headcount: ~213

Marketing Team

Marketing Team Size
28 (13% of company)
Median Career Experience
11 years
Median Tenure
5 years