| The Company: J Thomas Home Position Title: Marketing & Sales Director Reports to: Owner Location: Olathe, KS https://www.jthomashome.com/  |
THE COMPANY:
From the very beginning, our client, J Thomas Home has settled for nothing short of the highest-quality products, thorough and prompt answers to customer questions, and timely shipments, making certain customers love their items and overall experience with the company.
In 2017, J Thomas Home rented a workshop and hired their first employees to help fulfill all of their orders on time. By 2019, they purchased a state-of-the-art production and shipping facility and have been looking forward ever since. Their dynamic team diligently handcrafts sustainably sourced custom wood floating shelves, stove top covers, and other personalized gifts with the desire to make lives more enjoyable with every one-of-a kind piece that leaves their woodshop in Olathe, KS. Today, they help bring it to life, handcrafting solid wood and metal furnishings for the home, office, or retail space. Visit their web site at www.jthomashome.com to learn more about this dynamic family-owned business based right here in the heartland.
THE OPPORTUNITY:
With a focus on our Core Values of Desire, Dynamic, and Diligence, the Marketing & Sales Director will be responsible for developing, leading, and aligning the marketing strategy with our business goals and vision. This position will drive the implementation of marketing campaigns that meet business objectives and drive leads to increase our opportunities for building revenue. They will oversee all marketing and sales operations for the organization with continued focus on B2C sales channels and a NEW focus on the B2B market.
KEY RESPONSIBILITES:
- Demonstrate commitment and behavior aligned with the philosophy, mission, values, and vision of the company.
- Develops competitive positioning, branding, and corporate messaging strategies, while increasing brand awareness through development and implementation of a cohesive marketing plan.
- Designs and executes programs that create demand for organizational services across all business units and generate leads for the Sales and Recruitment Teams.
- Collaborate to build out and align sales and marketing strategies through different means such as digital, database marketing, inside sales, manufacturing reps, etc.
- Build, manage, and coach marketing team, forecast hiring needs for the Marketing Department, and set both long term and short-term goals.
- Forecasts, drafts, implements, and oversees the departments operating budget. Prioritize marketing projects and allocate resources accordingly.
- Monitor and maintain knowledge of competitors in the industry. Evaluate their strategies and positioning and devise counter strategies, enhancing our employee and customer experience.
- Provide guidance and support to organize effective marketing events such as trade shows, conferences, etc.
- Collaborates with senior executives to develop growth plans for the organization
- Conduct market analysis to identify challenges and opportunities for growth
- Sets campaign performance standards and tracks progress against expectations and conducts ROI analysis.
- Participate in the quarterly and annual planning of the company’s objectives.
- Maintain brand standards and ensure compliance across all marketing and communications channels.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
- 10 years of experience in Marketing
- Master’s degree in marketing, Communication, or similar relevant field preferred
- Proven work in a senior role such as Marketing Director٫ or similar
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
- Excellent leadership٫ communication٫ analytical٫ and project management skills
- Critical thinker and problem-solving skills
- Demonstrable experience designing and implementing successful marketing campaigns
- Experience with CRM software and digital marketing tools and techniques
- Strategic mindset, with ability to make difficult decisions and drive strategic direction
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