Manager, Marketing Initiatives

Boulder, CO (On-site)

$90K/yr – $110K/yrSenior Level8+ years expFull time

Posted 3 weeks ago

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Job Summary

Own brand marketing across channels, coordinating cross-functional go-to-market and partner programs to lift brand equity and drive measurable consumer engagement.

  • Growth and alignment: Drive campaigns across digital, social, retail, media, and experiential to reinforce the JD brand and hit commercial goals.
  • Cross-functional ownership: Align Buying, Creative, Digital, Retail, and Merchandising to ensure a consistent consumer experience and strategic priority delivery.
  • Partnerships and retention: Build co-op and loyalty programs with brand partners to deepen engagement and lift lifetime value.

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Support the development and execution of marketing strategies that strengthen JD's brand positioning, increase consumer relevance, and drive long-term brand equity.
  • Partner with cross-functional teams to identify growth opportunities, consumer trends, and cultural moments that enhance JD's position as the leading destination for sport-inspired fashion and youth culture.
  • Lead the planning and execution of seasonal and year-round brand marketing programs that connect with consumers across digital, social, retail, media, and experiential channels.
  • Ensure campaigns are aligned to brand objectives, deliver a consistent consumer experience, and support both brand and commercial goals.
  • Coordinate cross-functional go-to-market plans that bring key brand, category, and partner initiatives to market effectively.
  • Drive alignment across Buying, Creative, Digital, Retail, and Merchandising teams to ensure marketing programs support strategic business priorities while reinforcing the JD brand.
  • Support the development and execution of strategic marketing programs with key brand partners that elevate JD's market position and create differentiated consumer experiences.
  • Manage co-op marketing initiatives, campaign execution, and partner relationships to maximize brand impact and mutual growth opportunities.
  • Partner with the Loyalty team to develop marketing initiatives that deepen consumer engagement, strengthen brand affinity, and create meaningful member experiences.
  • Utilize consumer insights and performance data to identify opportunities that increase customer retention, acquisition, and lifetime value.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree (B.A) from a four-year college or university or equivalent experience required, with Business, Marketing, Communication.
  • Minimum of 8 years relevant work experience required in Marketing.
  • A solid understanding of retail, media and digital trends (cross-platform narratives, social media, experiential marketing, and mobile application) preferred.
  • Experience in multi-vendor retailing is a plus.
  • Excellent computer skills, including basic to intermediate knowledge and abilities with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, and Google G Suite.
  • High degree of internet savvy, with a curiosity and enthusiasm for digital and media trends.

Preferred

  • Experience in multi-vendor retailing is a plus.

Benefits

  • The job will be eligible for medical, dental, vision, 401k, sick leave, parental leave, and company paid time off plan.
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