Communications Coordinator

Communications Coordinator

Job Summary: Support Internal Wilco Teams by executing communication strategies.

Responsibilities

• Write and compile all information to publish marketing calendars and send promotional communication and logistical details to retail stores.
• Create and edit all promotional and everyday sign needs for the retail farm stores, including the organization and outsourcing of monthly in-store sign packets.
• Coordinate, edit, and help write various content to support communications and marketing efforts including Team Newsletters, Co-Op Member Newsletters, Brochures, and Presentation Slides.
• Update and maintain the Marlin/AppSpace Community Digital Bulletin Boards throughout the enterprise.
• Coordinate filming, presentations, and deployment of companywide video notes.
• Assist with proofreading and editing of internal communications, like press releases and internal emails/memos.
• Maintain and update Wilco’s LinkedIn and career / recruiting-related promotional support.
• Maintain Service Level Standards (SLAs) for marketing responses from customers through Contact Us and Email replies.
• Support the Marketing Manager in all the above including any coordination of other communication-related events such as the Annual Member Meeting and Leadership Conference.
• Travel to and work at or around other Farm Stores and Wilco Facilities as needed.
• Assist as a backup for company donations and sponsorship execution.
• Provide coverage support to the Marketing Coordinator role, examples of building promotional files, marketing supplies support, and coop collection.

Special Skills/Training

• Exceptional writing skills with a high level of attention to detail.
• Ability to communicate effectively on the phone, verbally, and in writing.
• Ability to interact effectively with customers, vendors, and co-workers.
• Ability to work individually and as part of a team.
• Proficient with MS Office, Outlook, and the ability to learn additional programs.
• Ability to prioritize, manage multiple tasks and projects, and meet established deadlines.
• Possess a strong work ethic while being able to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented office environment.

Experience/Education

• A bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, or marketing, or 2 years of equivalent communications or marketing experience (required)
• Retail and/or agricultural knowledge and experience (preferred)

Physical Requirements

• Occasional lifting of over 50 pounds.
• Work sometimes requires long periods of walking and standing.

Working Conditions

• Work is conducted primarily in an office environment.