What are the responsibilities and job description for the Marketing Production Manager position at Blain's Farm & Fleet (Blain Supply, Inc.)?
Company & Benefits Information
At Blain’s Farm & Fleet we believe everyone deserves the opportunity to have a job they love, work in a great environment, grow their career & enjoy a positive balance.
As a family-owned retailer we take pride in offering a competitive benefit package designed to support you & your life. It is one of the reasons we have been named a Forbes Best Employer for seven consecutive years!
Please note salary estimates published via alternate online job boards may not be a true representation of the actual pay range offered for this position. Please refer to the Blain’s Farm & Fleet position description for accurate pay range information.
Job Duties
The Marketing Production Manager will oversee both the marketing efforts and production process for the organization. They keep manage projects, project deadlines, update all parties involved in each project, and monitor progress in between. They will assist with strategic planning and operational management of marketing activities.
Blain Supply, Inc and Blain’s Farm and Fleet (collectively “Blain’s”) is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We recognize the importance of diversity and creating an inclusive culture in order to leverage the skills and talents of all people to the mutual advantage of each individual and the organization. Blain’s does not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy and sexual harassment), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, disability, military or veteran status, or any applicable legally protected status. Our goal is to continue to be recognized as an employer of choice and we have received Forbes Best Mid-Sized company to work for an unprecedented 7 years in a row.
At Blain’s Farm & Fleet we believe everyone deserves the opportunity to have a job they love, work in a great environment, grow their career & enjoy a positive balance.
As a family-owned retailer we take pride in offering a competitive benefit package designed to support you & your life. It is one of the reasons we have been named a Forbes Best Employer for seven consecutive years!
- Associates hired into a full-time role will become eligible for the following benefits effective their 91st day of full-time employment: Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision, Short & Long Term Disability, Life Insurance, Ancillary Benefits, Identity Theft Protection, Pet Insurance, Etc.
- All major Holidays & Birthday off
- Advanced Leadership Training Programs: build the skills to grow your career
- Associate discount on name brands like Carhartt, Under Armour, STIHL, Milwaukee Tool, DeWalt & much more!
- Internal recognition programs that support an engaged workplace
- Profit Sharing
- 401(K) with company match
- Base pay starting at $57,700 - $65,000 yr with annual performance-based merit raises*
Please note salary estimates published via alternate online job boards may not be a true representation of the actual pay range offered for this position. Please refer to the Blain’s Farm & Fleet position description for accurate pay range information.
Job Duties
The Marketing Production Manager will oversee both the marketing efforts and production process for the organization. They keep manage projects, project deadlines, update all parties involved in each project, and monitor progress in between. They will assist with strategic planning and operational management of marketing activities.
- Collaborates with the Marketing team to coordinate and execute the marketing calendar, ensuring that all activities are aligned to the overarching strategic direction by channel.
- Represent Marketing while interacting directly with business partners, serving as an inter-departmental and extra-departmental liaison.
- Manages/assigns projects to the correct available resources (based on job vs. skills and capacity), and ensures projects are completed accurately and on time using the established digital proofing and approval process.
- Traffics job orders to proper personnel w/in Marketing team, matching job type to applicable and available resources (assesses capacity).
- Clarifies business partner objectives and aggregates missing information (as needed).
- Provides regular production updates and reporting, while identifying and mitigating “bottle necks”.
- Proactively works to resolve business challenges while improving efficiencies.
- Consults with Marketing Directors to assess best vendor for production of jobs based on bids, jobs size, lead-time, etc.; negotiates pricing, manages deadlines, places orders, oversees distribution, and reconciles invoices against project budgets.
- Sends applicable Workflow communication to the stores organization and other departments for project implementation/execution.
- Manages the Pre-Press production process.
- Identifies, implements and optimizes marketing processes and technologies.
- 5 years of experience in Traffic/Project Management in Marketing Agency or In-house Marketing Dept.
- Bachelor’s Degree in related field preferred
- 5 years’ experience in Print/Creative Services.
- Proficient skills with Mac platforms, Microsoft Office applications, and web-based project management, resource management and proofing tools.
- Extensive knowledge in Marketing Project Management, including creative production for print & digital.
- Work cross-functionally within the organization.
- Ability to drive project to on-time and on-budget deadlines.
- Ability to read and speak English and communicate with customers and co-workers.
- Ability to function as a team member and ability to work under specific instructions.
- Strong presentation and communication skills.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Highly organized.
- Excellent time management and prioritization skills.
- Great command under pressure and stress.
Blain Supply, Inc and Blain’s Farm and Fleet (collectively “Blain’s”) is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We recognize the importance of diversity and creating an inclusive culture in order to leverage the skills and talents of all people to the mutual advantage of each individual and the organization. Blain’s does not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy and sexual harassment), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, disability, military or veteran status, or any applicable legally protected status. Our goal is to continue to be recognized as an employer of choice and we have received Forbes Best Mid-Sized company to work for an unprecedented 7 years in a row.
Salary : $57,700 - $65,000
