Marketing Operations Specialist
Who we are
Hi, we’re SpotHero! We are one of the mobility industry's hottest tech companies, paving the future of parking through innovative technology. At SpotHero, we work as a team to empower people to get everywhere, easier! As cities ramp back up post-COVID, we're growing our teams, tech and vision to forge mobility's comeback.
With this exciting growth, we’re looking for a Hero to join our team as the Marketing Operations Specialist! This role ensures smooth operations between our digital marketing systems and processes. You’ll work with marketing APIs, collaborate with product and engineering to identify system gaps, and obtain data from all of our digital systems.
At SpotHero, one of our values is to Drive Growth. We venture outside our comfort zones, have a desire to learn + a willingness to teach, and work together to help each other grow. To see a full list of our values click here!
What you’ll get to do
- Be a partner to Product + Engineering leaders and become familiar with best practices, tools, processes, our products, and those working behind-the-scenes.
- Collaborate with Marketing and other teams to solve problems, work on projects, and make an impact within digital marketing.
- Ensure our systems and technology are in sync, while also establishing new connections with RestAPIs + Javascript.
- Some technologies we currently use: AdWords, Apple Search Ads, Braze, Branch, Prismic, Google Maps, AppsScript, FiveTran, Tune, SQL, JavaScript, and HTML
- Take on more than one project at a time and collaborate with the CMO to prioritize projects.
- Learn new systems and technologies quickly.
- Identify and build relationships with mentors across leagues.
- Create documentation and solicit feedback with review from teammates.
- Take part in weekly Marketing meetings to talk through projects in motion, potential barriers, timelines, and brainstorm new ideas.
Who you are
- You’re comfortable owning projects, researching new systems and/or languages to complete a given task.
- You have a strong understanding of REST APIs, have worked with this technology for at least 1 year, and know basic Javascript.
- You enjoy finding creative solutions to problems.
- You are action-orientated and maintain a sense of urgency.
- You’re collaborative and a clear communicator when working alongside other departments and leadership.
- You are empathetic and invest in relationships. You understand how your projects impact others and you’re attune to non-verbal communication.
- You’re open-minded and can consider new ideas + perspective
You might also have
- Experience with SQL, Liquid, Shopify, or Python.
- Knowledge of AdTech, including AdWords or Apple Search Ads, display advertising, affiliate marketing, or email marketing systems. Prior experience with Google Maps is a plus.
Where you’ll be working
- Our offices are located in the heart of downtown Chicago and Toronto (Canada)
- Located elsewhere? We still want to hear from you!
Taking a new route? Even if you don't check all of the boxes, please still apply! We'd love to meet you + hear how you can help SpotHero drive into the future.
What we offer
- Career game changer – a truly unique experience to work for a fast-growing startup in a role with unlimited potential for growth. Potential paths: level up within Marketing (in content, digital channels, or in management) or progress into Engineering.
- Competitive benefits –
- In the US: we cover up to 90% of Medical Premiums, 50% of Dental & Vision Premiums, company sponsored Life Insurance, 401K + company match, and generous parental leave.
- In Canada: we offer Medical (prescription drug and paramedical coverage), Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, STD and LTD.
- Flexible PTO policy and supportive work-life balance – we value and support each individual team member.
- Annual parking stipend (duh- we help people park!)
- The opportunity to collaborate with creative, innovative, and passionate people in a casual, yet highly productive, atmosphere.
- A workplace recognized as the Best Consumer Web Company by Built in Chicago, Top Company Culture by Entrepreneur, a Top Workplace by Chicago Tribune, and one of Chicago’s Best Places to Work for Women Under 35 by Crain’s Chicago Business.
SpotHero is an equal opportunity employer. We know that a diverse workforce is the strongest workforce, and are committed to building and supporting an inclusive environment for all.
Note: this position is ineligible for visa sponsorship. To be considered for this role, you must be legally authorized to work in the US or Canada and not require sponsorship for employment now or in the future.