Associate Program Manager, Regional Marketing - Hybrid AZ

Phoenix, AZ (Hybrid)

Salary Not AvailableMid Level2+ years expFull time

Posted 2 months ago

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Job Summary

Own regional marketing execution and cross-functional coordination to tailor campaigns for Co-ops, blending market insights with integrated channels to drive regional performance.

  • Growth & Execution: Develop regional marketing plans and coordinate across advertising, events, field marketing, and digital channels.
  • Insights & Optimization: Analyze regional performance data to identify trends and inform data-driven recommendations.
  • Collaboration & Content: Partner with internal teams and vendors to produce tailored materials and messaging that fit market dynamics.

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute marketing plans, proposals, and promotional initiatives for assigned products, services, market segments, or regions (Co-ops), aligning strategy to regional trends and opportunities.
  • Coordinate integrated marketing activities across advertising, direct marketing, events, field marketing, and digital platforms to ensure alignment with brand strategy, regional priorities, and business objectives.
  • Research regional needs and marketing communication opportunities, developing presentations, recommendations, and promotional content tailored to market dynamics.
  • Partner with internal teams and external vendors to develop, schedule, and produce marketing materials, including creative assets and messaging.
  • Analyze marketing performance data to evaluate effectiveness, identify regional trends and variances, and provide data-driven recommendations.
  • Prepare and deliver reports and presentations to communicate insights and support strategic decision-making.
  • Support budget planning, vendor coordination, and cost tracking to ensure effective execution of marketing initiatives.
  • Manage assigned Co-op activities in partnership with leadership, including stakeholder communication, meeting coordination, and identification of regional opportunities.
  • Leverage AI-enabled tools and emerging technologies to enhance data analysis, campaign optimization, and marketing efficiency.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in marketing, business administration, communications, or a related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Approximately 2+ years of professional marketing experience, preferably within hospitality, travel, or multi-location environments.
  • Understanding of integrated marketing principles across advertising, digital, events, and field marketing.
  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate data into actionable insights and recommendations.
  • Ability to manage projects and coordinate cross-functional teams effectively.
  • Experience with marketing performance metrics and budget tracking.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel and PowerPoint.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment.
  • Familiarity with market segments and brand positioning.
  • Experience using AI-enabled tools for analysis, forecasting, or campaign optimization preferred.

Benefits

  • Medical/Dental/Vision available day one
  • Vacation/Sick- accruals start day one
  • Paid company holidays and personal holidays to celebrate what’s important to you
  • 401K - company contribution and match (U.S.)
  • Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) – company contribution and match (Canada)
  • Employee discounts/hotel discounts
  • Free financial and health wellness programs
  • Tuition Reimbursement
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Best Western Hotels & Resorts headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona, is a privately held hotel company within the BWHSM Hotels global enterprise. With 19 brands and approximately 4,300 hotels in over 100 countries and territories worldwide*, BWH Hotels suits the needs of developers and guests in every market. Brands include Best WesternĀ®, Best Western PlusĀ®, Best Western PremierĀ®, @HOME by Best WesternSM, Executive Residency by Best WesternĀ®, VÄ«bĀ®, GLÅĀ®, AidenĀ®, SadieĀ®, BW Premier CollectionĀ® and BW Signature CollectionĀ®. Through acquisition, WorldHotelsTM Luxury, Elite, Distinctive and Crafted collections are also offered. Completing the portfolio is SureStayĀ®, SureStay PlusĀ®, SureStay CollectionĀ® and SureStay StudioĀ® franchises**. For more information visit www.bestwestern.com, www.bestwesterndevelopers.com, www.worldhotels.com and www.surestay.com.* Numbers are approximate, may fluctuate, and include hotels currently in the development pipeline.**All Best Western, WorldHotels and SureStay branded hotels are independently owned and operated.

Founded in 1946
Phoenix, Arizona, USA
17K employees (264 in marketing)