Marketing Support Specialist II

Imagine a place where you get to do something you love, and receive great pay, benefits and work-life balance in return.
At Manheim (part of the Cox Automotive family of businesses), you don't have to imagine this scenario; it's our reality!
We're hiring a Marketing Support Specialist to support Manheim Darlington . You'll coordinate marketing plans and campaigns, working to ensure that marketing efforts align with both corporate and local goals. You'll work with people who are smart and creative (just like you!) and will experience opportunities to grow your career. Sound intriguing? Apply today!
*This role will report into Manheim Darlington, located at 1111 Harry Byrd Highway Darlington , SC 29532.
What You'll Do
At the direction of a marketing manager, you'll execute marketing campaigns to address auction and client needs and ensure that materials are aligned with the Manheim brand. You'll wield your communication and organization skills to keep things running smoothly.
Here's a closer look at your responsibilities:

• Planning and executing marketing tactics, including print, displays and signage.
• Helping manage auction social media sites to drive awareness and creatively engage both clients.
• Contribute ideas and insights in the development of a year-long event sale calendar.
• Tracking results of marketing campaigns and adjusting based on results.
• Utilizing Manheim tools to execute marketing plans including graphic design requests, existing editable templates, and company intranet site.
• Executing necessary sale day preparations, such as client engagement, promotion execution, giveaway tracking, etc.
• Traveling to additional auction locations to help with marketing efforts as needed.

What's In It for You?
Here's a sneak peek of the benefits you could experience as a Cox employee:

• A competitive salary and top-notch bonus/incentive plans.
• Exceptional work-life balance, flexible time-off policies, and accommodating work schedules.
• Comprehensive healthcare benefits, with multiple options for individuals and families.
• Generous 401(k) retirement plans with up to 8% company match.
• Inclusive parental leave policies, plus comprehensive fertility coverage and adoption assistance.
• Professional development and continuing education opportunities.
• Access to financial wellness/planning resources.

Who You Are/ Qualifications
Simply put, you're an organized person. Your communication skills - both written and verbal - are top-notch, and you're looking for a workplace where fun and creativity thrive. You also bring the following qualifications to the table:
Minimum:

• High school diploma/GED and 3 years of marketing and customer service experience. The right candidate could also have a different combination, such as any level degree/certification beyond a high school diploma/GED in a related discipline and up to 1 year of experience; or 5 years of experience in a related field.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office products and layout/design software (i.e. Adobe).
• Some travel may be required to Manheim locations, regional meetings, and/or home office.
• The ability to meet the physical demands of working at a Manheim auction location, including sitting or standing for prolonged periods of time.
• Having manual dexterity.
• Being able to visually perceive distance, color and depth.
• Being able to lift up to 25 pounds and perform physical movements such as stooping, bending, reaching and climbing stairs.
• Experiencing occasional exposure to outdoor weather conditions, as well as noise, dust and fumes in auction lanes.

Preferred:

• Bachelor's degree in marketing, communications or business.
• Fundamental graphic arts knowledge.
• Knowledge of Salesforce or other CRM.
• Experience in the automotive industry.
• The ability to work in a high performance, fast-paced team environment.
• The ability to work under pressure with time constraints.
• The ability to work effectively in a constantly changing work environment.

Join the Cox family of businesses and make your mark today!
USD 19.18 - 28.80 per hour
Compensation:
Hourly base pay rate is $19.18 - $28.80/hour. The hourly base rate may vary within the anticipated range based on factors such as the ultimate location of the position and the selected candidate's knowledge, skills, and abilities. Position may be eligible for additional compensation that may include commission (annual, monthly, etc.) and/or an incentive program.
Benefits:
Employees are eligible to receive a minimum of sixteen hours of paid time off every month and seven paid holidays throughout the calendar year. Employees are also eligible for additional paid time off in the form of bereavement leave, time off to vote, jury duty leave, volunteer time off, military leave, parental leave, and COVID-19 vaccination leave.
About Cox Automotive
At Cox Automotive, people of every background are driven by their passion for mobility, innovation and community. We transform the way the world buys, sells, owns and uses cars, accelerating the industry with global powerhouse brands like Autotrader, Kelley Blue Book, Manheim and more. What's more, we do it all with an emphasis on employee growth and happiness. Drive your future forward and join Cox Automotive today!
About Cox
Cox empowers employees to build a better future and has been doing so for over 120 years. With exciting investments and innovations across transportation, communications, cleantech and healthcare, our family of businesses - which includes Cox Automotive and Cox Communications - is forging a better future for us all. Ready to make your mark? Join us today!
Benefits of working at Cox may include health care insurance (medical, dental, vision), retirement planning (401(k)), and paid days off (sick leave, parental leave, flexible vacation/wellness days, and/or PTO). For more details on what benefits you may be offered, visit our benefits page .
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