Marketing Coordinator (Poland or Bulgaria)

Fortrea (Nasdaq: FTRE) is a leading global clinical research organization (CRO) dedicated to providing innovative clinical development solutions to the life sciences industry. With over 30 years of clinical research experience, Fortrea has evolved from Covance and Labcorp into a pureplay CRO built for biotech, biopharma, medical device and diagnostic innovators.

Fortrea collaborates with both emerging and established companies to deliver agile, fit-for-purpose full service (FSO), functional service (FSP) and hybrid solutions. Fortrea provides comprehensive Phase I-IV clinical trial management, clinical pharmacology, and consulting services, backed by deep experience in more than 20 therapeutic areas.

Operating in approximately 100 countries, our diverse and talented team brings scientific rigor, operational excellence, and a strong investigator site network to every trial. By combining the best of our legacy experience with forward-thinking innovation, Fortrea brings predictability to clinical trial execution and helps transform aspirations into outcomes.

We’re on a mission to help make life-changing healthcare solutions possible. At Fortrea, innovation shapes how we solve problems, how we design and deliver clinical trials and how we recruit patients. Informed by real-world experience and data, we apply insights to push the boundaries of what’s possible and challenge the status quo, because patients require our best work. Fortrea’s leadership has created a permission-to-try culture, empowering our teams to continuously pursue better ways of helping our stakeholders get life-saving healthcare solutions out into the world as quickly and efficiently as possible. Join us as we cultivate a workspace where all employees have the opportunity to grow and make impacts on a global scale.

How this role contributes to Fortrea

The Marketing Coordinator plays a critical role in driving Fortrea’s marketing success by ensuring the seamless execution of strategic initiatives. By managing budgets, coordinating vendors, and overseeing project timelines, this position helps deliver high-quality campaigns that strengthen Fortrea’s brand presence and support business growth. Through collaboration across teams and meticulous attention to detail, the Project Coordinator ensures that marketing efforts align with organizational goals and deliver measurable impact.

Core Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, executing, and tracking marketing programs, including email campaigns, events, social media, content marketing, and Account-Based Marketing (ABM) initiatives.
• Create and manage purchase orders and support budget tracking for marketing activities.
• Track and support the execution of media plans in collaboration with campaign managers.
• Develop and maintain project management plans, monitor progress, and report on key metrics for marketing initiatives.
• Manage marketing budgets, review processes, and ensure compliance with internal guidelines.
• Oversee vendor relationships, including onboarding, contract management, and performance tracking.
• Apply strong attention to detail, analytical thinking, and problem-solving skills to ensure project success.
• Coordinates marketing events as needed, including proactive communication with vendors and internal stakeholders to ensure alignment and timely execution.
• Communicate effectively through presentations and storytelling to convey project updates and outcomes.
• Prioritize multiple tasks and manage time efficiently in a dynamic environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years experience working in a Marketing related role.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent formal academic qualification (Fortrea may consider relevant experience in lieu of educational requirements).
• Strong organizational and project management skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Experience in traffic coordination within an advertising agency or equivalent environment.
• Hands-on experience with paid media planning and execution.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including strong copywriting and proofreading abilities.
• Solid understanding of marketing platforms, channels, and best practices, including social media, digital, and email marketing.
• Self-starter with the ability to independently drive projects forward, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret metrics and generate actionable reports.
• Proficient in the English language, written and verbally.

Ideal Candidate:

• Thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys managing multiple projects simultaneously.
• Demonstrates proactive problem-solving and takes ownership of tasks from start to finish.
• Brings a collaborative mindset and can build strong relationships across teams and with external partners.
• Shows adaptability and flexibility when priorities shift or new challenges arise.
• Has a passion for marketing and a curiosity to learn about emerging trends and technologies.
• Exhibits a balance of creativity and analytical thinking to deliver impactful marketing initiatives.
• Maintains professionalism and composure under pressure while meeting deadlines.

Travel Requirements:

• Travel up to 20%

Physical Demands/Work Environment:

Work Environment:

• • Work is performed in an office environment with exposure to electrical office equipment.

  • Occasional drives to site locations with occasional travel both domestic and international.

Physical Requirements:

• • Frequently stationary for 6-8 hours per day.

  • Repetitive hand movement of both hands with the ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and wrists.

  • Occasional crouching, stooping, with frequent bending and twisting of upper body and neck.

  • Ability to access and use a variety of computer software developed both in-house and off-the-shelf.

  • Light to moderate lifting and carrying (or otherwise moves) objects including luggage and laptop computer with a maximum lift of 15-20 lbs.

  • Regular and consistent attendance.

  • Varied hours may be required.

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