Area Marketing Manager at US Foods

Plymouth, Minnesota, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Food Distribution, FoodserviceIndustries

Requirements

5 years marketing experience
Ability to operate under pressure and tight deadlines
Excellent prioritization and time management skills
Sound understanding of marketing principles
Ability to build and maintain excellent working partnerships and interface with a variety of internal and external resources to attain organizational goals
Ability to make sound, independent decisions
Proficient communication skills
Able to work with various content management and online marketing systems
Self-directed and highly motivated

Responsibilities

Manages and develops annual marketing plan in conjunction with Area Leadership
Manages Area marketing spend and budgeting within all Markets in the Area
Plan, develop, coordinate, and execute marketing and sales activities such as culinary events, sales meetings, promotions/incentives, etc
Serves as Area’s voice of marketing leadership for center led strategic initiatives such as flyer promotions, product launches, customer and seller events, incentives and other campaign driven efforts
Counsels and provides support to Area leadership to maximize impact of center-driven marketing programs and best practices for delivering local programs
Manages marketing activities to support and drive key results; sales and profit growth, penetration (account, Scoop, and E-Commerce) and account growth
Assesses local sponsorship and partnership opportunities with marketing leadership and provides assistance in obtaining items such as advertisements for local media, table tents, etc
Implements and executes center led marketing activities, reviews center-led materials and makes area specific changes (e.g., updates to product list based on inventory availability) before distributing, and manages all aspects of distribution
Develops marketing materials and communications to support Area-led activities using templates, tools and best practices provided by the Center (e.g., local flyers, promotions and events) and manages distribution
Communicates local promotional results to sales team using Center provided analytics or working with Sales Analyst on local tracking needs
Makes recommendations to Area Leadership on how to improve results of promotional and marketing events
Partners with VPLS to execute marketing initiatives to drive sales growth and works with VP Merchandising to ensure alignment
Follows company brand standards when customizing and creating any local marketing materials and ensures brand execution by all personnel within all Markets in the Area and vendor/broker partners
Provides Center provided product/program positioning materials (e.g., sell sheets, guides) and training materials for the sales force
Uses and encourages the use of approved social media channels and collaboration tools (e.g., Teams/Yammer) by all personnel within the Area
Supervises Marketing Coordinator (in select areas only)
Performs other duties assigned by manager

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Marketing StrategyBudget ManagementEvent PlanningMarketing CommunicationsSales PromotionsProduct LaunchesSponsorship ManagementMarketing Materials Development

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

Is this a full-time position?

Yes, this is a full-time employment position.

What is the work location or remote policy for this role?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What key skills or experiences are required for the Area Marketing Manager role?

The role requires skills in developing and managing annual marketing plans, budgeting, executing marketing events and promotions, brand management, and partnering with leadership and sales teams.

What is the company culture like at US Foods?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What makes a strong candidate for this Area Marketing Manager position?

Strong candidates will have experience managing marketing plans, budgets, events, and communications across multiple markets, with the ability to align local activities with national objectives and drive sales growth.

US Foods

Food distribution for restaurants and healthcare

About US Foods

US Foods is a leading food distributor in America, providing a wide range of food products and services to restaurants, healthcare facilities, and other food service operators. The company offers over 350,000 products, including fresh produce and culinary equipment, and operates by purchasing food in bulk and selling it to clients while also offering services like culinary expertise and business consulting. With a strong logistics network that ensures timely deliveries, US Foods also supports clients with solutions like the "Make It Now" platform during challenging times. Additionally, the company is committed to social responsibility, having donated over $32 million in food and supplies for hunger relief during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Rosemont, IllinoisHeadquarters

1853Year Founded

$340.5KTotal Funding

IPOCompany Stage

Food & Agriculture, ConsultingIndustries

10,001+Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

Short-term and Long-term Disability

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Life Insurance

Flexible Work Hours

Risks

Potential E. coli contamination from Taylor Farms onions could harm US Foods' reputation.

$500 million senior notes issuance increases financial risk if debt obligations aren't met.

Expansion in Buda involves significant capital investment, risking financial strain.

Differentiation

US Foods offers over 350,000 diverse products to meet varied customer needs.

The 'Make It Now' platform aids clients in recovery and reopening efforts.

US Foods provides value-added services like culinary expertise and business consulting.

Upsides

Expansion in Buda, Texas, will create 165 new jobs by December 2026.

Flexible scheduling and seven-day delivery model enhance customer service.

Advancements in cold chain logistics improve perishable food distribution efficiency.

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