Aviation Marketing Associate 2

Overview

We are seeking a full-time Aviation Marketing Associate 2 in our Olathe, KS location. In this role, you will be responsible for leveraging a thorough and in-depth knowledge of Aviation products and marketing needs to primarily lead a wide spectrum of aspects for creation, facilitation and execution of marketing requirements for Garmin’s Aviation business segment.

Essential Functions

• Lead delivering creative and high-impact content for print, video, web, email and social marketing as well as for press releases, marketing memos in conjunction to product launches, product updates and for partner requirements
• Independently execute aviation marketing strategies in collaboration with Aviation Marketing Manager
• Develop creative vision for technical marketing deliverables
• Proficient management and/or utilization of aviation digital assets in Garmin Digital Asset Management system
• Independently develops best approach to producing marketing assets
• Coordinate supporting activities required to produce assets within schedule requirements
• Ensure accuracy of assets via own expertise or in collaboration with technical expert
• Provide advanced insights in development of Garmin Aviation’s marketing and communications strategy
• Collaborate with Sales, Marketing, Engineering teams, Garmin business segment leaders as well as development of strong external partner relationships for marketing assets and marketing activities
• Conduct internal and external marketing presentations
• Assist the Marketing and Sales staff for all product related needs
• Attend industry tradeshows, meetings, and other events as required
  
  
  

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Marketing or another related field AND minimum of 3 years sales or marketing experience
• Must possess current pilot certification or more than 2 years of demonstrated and applicable experience in the aviation industry
• Demonstrated proficiency with graphical editing using Photoshop, In-Design or equivalent
• Must be detail-oriented, have the ability to work proactively/effectively with minimal supervision, and demonstrated ability to prioritize/multi-task in a flexible, fast paced and challenging environment
• Superior organizational and analytical skills with keen attention to detail and quality
• Demonstrated strong and effective verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Proficiency with presentations to large groups
• Must be team-oriented, possess a positive attitude and work well with others
• Driven problem solver with proven success in solving difficult problems
• Must demonstrate analytical skills to critically evaluate information gathered
• Must be schedule orientated with the ability to work with others to meet deadlines
• Must demonstrate a proven track record in providing excellent customer service
• Demonstrated ability to deal with confidential company matters
• Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook
  
  
  

Desired Qualifications

• Advanced experience working in the aviation marketplace
• Extensive Garmin Aviation product knowledge including a strong understanding of the avionics industry, product technologies and their value to the customer
• General knowledge of aircraft systems
• Active pilot with Instrument rating
• Advanced knowledge and experience in creating and/or editing videos
• Proficiency with HTML Web interface
  
  
  

Garmin International is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran’s status, age or disability.

This position is eligible for Garmin's benefit program. Details can be found here: Garmin Benefits