Job Description – Marketing Research & Development Coordinator

Division / Department: Marketing

Reports to (position): Director of Marketing

Level / Grade: Individual Contributor

Location: Denver

Employment Type: Full Time, Exempt

Work Conditions: Office Environment

Travel: None

Telecommute: No

Minimum Educational Req: Two or four-year college degree, or equivalent combination of education and  experience, in the area of marketing or a related field

Years of Experience: 1-3 years of experience in a similar or related position

Position Summary:

The Marketing Research and Development Coordinator is responsible for assisting with all facets of the marketing department including research, reporting, graphics and any other duties as required.  

Essential Functions / Job Responsibilities:

• Researches competitive products by identifying and evaluating product characteristics, market share, pricing, and advertising; maintaining research databases

• Plans meetings and trade shows by identifying, assembling, and coordinating requirements; establishing contacts; developing schedules and assignments; coordinating mailing lists

• Keeps promotional materials ready by coordinating requirements with graphics department; inventorying stock; placing orders; verifying receipt

• Assists with implementation of marketing and advertising campaigns by being involved with assembling and analyzing sales forecasts; preparing marketing and advertising strategies, plans, and objectives; planning and organizing promotional presentations; updating calendars, etc.

• Maintains and updates consumer databases on a regular basis

• Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading trade publications

Minimum Requirements:

• Advanced knowledge with Excel (including pivot tables) and uses related to data management

• Creative, organizational, and project management skills helpful

• Detail-oriented and organized with a passion for accuracy and quality

• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)

• Ability to work independently as well as within a team setting

• Provide exceptional internal and external customer service at all times

Supervisory Responsibility:

This position does not supervise the work of others.

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands of this position are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Internal and external interaction:

This position interacts with peers both in and out of the department and their immediate manager on a regular basis. They may interact with customers and vendors directly in escalation or support situations in a large geographical area. They may interact with Managers in other departments.

Skills Required:

• Demonstrated ability to handle multiple projects and details simultaneously

• Self-direction, tact, and diplomacy

• Ability to work well under pressure and according to deadlines

• Proven experience in handling confidential and non-routine information

Technical Skills Required

• Proficiency in MS Office Suite of products (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

• Experience with the Google platform (GoogleDocs, Google Mail, Google Calendar, Google Hangout, Google Analytics)