Product Marketing Coordinator

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Wahl Clipper Corporation, a global manufacturer of branded Consumer and Professional products, has an exciting opportunity for a team-oriented individual to fill the role of Product Marketing Coordinator located at our Global Headquarters in Sterling, Illinois.

The Marketing Product Coordinator assists in the coordination, and implementation of various marketing projects including, but not limited to POS analysis, sample requests, cost analysis, EOL communications and execution planning, market research, competitive analysis, product change executions and supporting new item set-up from conception to launch.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Tracks product line sales and costs by analyzing and entering sales, expense, and new business data.
• Prepares marketing and product reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing sales data.
• Supports sales staff by providing sales data, market trends, forecasts, account analyses, and new product information as needed.
• Organizes projects using project management software, excel and other software daily and as needed, routinely keeping all stakeholders informed on project developments.
• Conducts market research on 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, and coordinating contact directories.
• Seeks to continually identify best practices and improve upon existing processes for the team and the department.
• Assists in developing business strategies, manages the Product Change Notification process, arranges certifies samples, reviews bills of material, instructions books and other sales promotion items.
• This position expedites packaging development and does preparation and tear down work for sales meetings.
• Reviews monthly and coordinates updates of copy and graphics to Salsify PIM/DAM system.
• Collaborates with cross-functional teams (engineering, graphics, sales, and more) to bring projects to completion, verify product specifications, and to ensure customer satisfaction.
• Works on special projects as assigned by their supervisor and other Sr. Managers in the organization.
• Internally this position is in contact with other employees of Consumer Sales and Marketing, Purchasing, Engineering Service, Ops and Logistics. External contacts are trade show, packaging, advertising agencies and customers.
• The effectiveness of the Marketing Product Coordinator is measured by how effective the Company is in achieving True North within established budgets.

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Track the implementation of PRF's and PCN's (Bills of Material).
• Reserves part numbers and follow through on their implementation.
• Tracks packaging, samples to and from department.
• Assists sales with paperwork and account specific procedure tracking.
• Analyzes market data as required.
• Maintains monthly BOMs.
• Assist with presentations, research, packaging, NPD, and certified samples.
• Communicates with packaging suppliers and other 3rd party vendors.
• Assists in organizing, planning, and managing trade shows and sales meetings.
• Reviews packaging copy, such as UPC, part numbers, spelling, etc.
• Updates, reviews and ensures consistency of spec sheets, catalog sheets, competitive market analysis, and price lists.
• Coordinates the maintenance of close out inventory.
• Input specs into PIM/DAM system
• Completes special projects and other duties as assigned by supervisor to achieve corporate sales and profit objectives.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Excellent Written and Verbal Communication Skills
• Bachelor's Degree in Marketing or related field
• Proficiency in Microsoft Programs, especially Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
• Ability to prioritize and balance stakeholder needs
• Strong analytical skills

Why Wahl?

We are proud to celebrate over 100 years as the standard for grooming products used by barbers and hairdressers all over the world. Professionals and home users have relied on our innovative clippers, trimmers and personal care products for an entire century.

Today, the fourth generation of the Wahl Family remains deeply rooted in the daily operations and management of the organization. Living beyond the footsteps of their great-grandfather, the family continues to ensure that everything that Wahl produces aligns with the same core family values.

When you work at Wahl, you join a community that is proud of its heritage of excellence and ground-breaking innovations and a company that focuses on creating value for the customer and long-term growth.

Perks & Benefits:

• BCBSIL Medical coverage offered as low as $14 per week, INCLUDING pharmacy
• In & Out-of-network BCBSIL Dental coverage, with orthodontics for as low as $6 per week
• In & Out-of-network BCBSIL by EyeMed, Vision coverage, $3 per week for family coverage
• Free onsite clinic featuring a Nurse Practitioner, a Physical Therapist, and free lab services
• Employer funded health savings account -up to $2000!
• Biometric testing with wellness credits
• 401(k) and Roth 401(k) with generous company match
• Profit Sharing
• Tuition Reimbursement program - up to $10,000 per calendar year
• Scholarship Program
• Daycare discounts
• Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with legal consultative services and discounts
• Company paid Life Insurance
• Company paid Short-Term Disability/Long Term Disability
• 10 paid holidays per year
• Casual work environment

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