Quanex is looking for a Category Marketing Manager for Quanex Extruded Solutions to join our team located in Akron or Cambridge, Ohio.
The Category Marketing Manager for Quanex Extruded Solutions is responsible for developing and executing strategic, integrated marketing and communications plans that drive demand and interest for the Extrusion business in North America.
You will ensure there is clear alignment to the broader marketing strategy and corporate messaging, as well as contributing directly to the business objectives for Quanex Extruded Solutions. You will be responsible for delivery of customer focused marketing, demand generation programs, and supporting the sales process. The role will act as a key enabler of the sales process, helping to turn interest into convertible demand with our sales team and bring visibility to the impact Marketing is having back to the business objectives.
We Offer You!
- Competitive Salary
- Excellent Bonus Potential
- Medical, Dental & Vision Plans
- Paid Time Off, Training & Holidays
- Charitable Contribution Match Program
- Tuition Assistance
- Wellness/Fitness Resources
- Training & Professional Development
- 401K Match w/ 2-year Vesting Period
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Dynamic Culture & People - just to name a few!
What’s attractive about the Category Marketing Manager, Quanex Extruded Solutions position?
- Collaborative and Team-Oriented environment
- Work within a fast-paced, caring, team-oriented environment
- Opportunity for advancement
What You’ll do
- Deliver and execute the marketing plan that is customer focused, segmented, meets category objectives and is delivered on time and within budget.
- Coordination of joint marketing strategies with channel and segment partners to help drive demand for our products, serving as the interface between Quanex’s go-to market strategies and the development of integrated communication plans and tactics.
- Responsible for supporting development and implementation of marketing product launch plans and existing product promotion plans for Quanex Extruded business in North America.
- Development of channel point of sale, sales material and local events to support trade partners and sales account managers.
- Provide planning and support for regional trade shows & events to ensure appropriate QES products are represented.
- Ensuring the regional marketing strategy aligns with the QES category strategy and provide clarity regarding marketing objectives and priorities for the category plan.
- Collaborate with Marketing Shared services team to develop brand and communication strategies.
- Work with Digital Marketing Manager to update and promote digital platforms by providing insight and guidance for content needed across digital channels.
- Proactively develop and drive marketing activity to support key business areas leveraging insights from market and competitor research along with building on previous learnings and recognizing market developments.
- Analyze and optimize marketing initiatives to ensure effective ROI on all campaigns.
- Constantly improve existing activities, approach and accepted standards, sharing learnings with team and peers.
Your Credentials:
- 5+ years working in a B2B marketing role.
- Demonstrable experience leading and managing multi-channel communication plans.
- Experience in identifying target audiences and devising campaigns that engage, inform and motivate.
- Experience managing multi-segment budgets.
- Experience with demand generation ‘pull’ strategies through our customers.
- Results and sales orientated.
- Confident communicator and self-organizing with proven ability to manage multiple competing priorities.
- Good organizational and time management.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Travel required based on project need.
The salary range for this position is $100,000 to $115,000 with bonus potential.
About Quanex, A Part of Something Bigger
Quanex (NYSE: NX) is a global, publicly traded manufacturing company primarily serving OEMs in the fenestration, cabinetry, solar, refrigeration and outdoor products markets. We are A Part of Something Bigger by improving the performance and aesthetics of end products through continuous innovation, helping customers achieve greater production efficiencies, dedication to giving back to communities where we operate, producing shareholder value and helping our employees learn, grow, and thrive. Learn more at Quanex.com.
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What We Do
At Quanex (NYSE: NX), we are a global manufacturing company serving OEMs across fenestration, cabinetry, solar, refrigeration, and outdoor living markets. From iconic skylines to everyday homes, our components enhance the comfort, sustainability, security, and aesthetics of spaces worldwide. Our Business Segments: • Extruded Solutions: Delivering high-performance profiles and materials for windows, doors, and architectural products. • Hardware Solutions: Providing advanced components that enhance functionality, security, and efficiency. • Custom Solutions: Offering tailored products and services designed to meet unique customer needs and complex applications. Our Commitment: • Innovating to enhance product performance and sustainability. • Helping customers achieve greater production efficiency. • Supporting the communities where we live and work. • Delivering long-term value to our shareholders. • Empowering our employees to learn, grow, and thrive. We are A Part of Something Bigger.
