Marketing Support Specialist

The Marketing Support Specialist is responsible for coordinating the production and implementation of marketing plans/campaigns for the assigned location. This position works with the Marketing Manager and Field Marketing Director to ensure marketing efforts align with both corporate and location goals.
What You'll Do

• At the direction of the Marketing Manager, execute marketing campaigns to address auction and client needs, ensuring Manheim brand alignment and accuracy
• Plans and executes marketing tactics within the location including print, displays, and signage
• Assists in managing auction social media sites to drive awareness to auction sales and events and creatively engage both current and prospective clients
• Contribute ideas and insights into the development of a year-long event sale calendar
• Track results of all marketing campaigns and make adjustments to future campaigns based on results
• Utilize Manheim tools to execute marketing plans including graphic design requests, existing editable templates and company intranet site
• Execute necessary sale day preparations/responsibilities as directed by leadership including but not limited to client engagement, promotion/incentive execution, giveaway tracking, etc.
• Travel as required by corporate marketing and auction leadership
• Assist with and travel to additional auction location(s) to help with marketing efforts (when needed)
• Perform other duties as assigned by auction leadership and corporate marketing
• Travel: 15%; will travel to Oceanside auction once a week; rest of week will report to Anaheim auction.

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

• A competitive salary.
• Exceptional work-life balance, flexible time-off policies and accommodating work schedules.
• Comprehensive healthcare, with multiple options for individuals and families.
• Generous 401(k) retirement plans with company match.
• Professional development and continuing education opportunities.
• Inclusive parental leave policies, plus comprehensive fertility coverage and adoption assistance.
• Extra perks like pet insurance, employee discounts and much more.

Who You Are
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 HS diploma/GED in a related discipline and up to 1 year of experience; or 5 years' experience in a related field.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Working knowledge of MS Office products and layout/design software (e.g., Adobe, Canva).
• Strong computer skills with foundational graphic arts knowledge.
• Ability to thrive in a high-performance, fast-paced team environment.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and within tight time constraints.
• Ability to adapt and perform effectively in a constantly changing work environment.
• Occasional exposure to outdoor weather conditions as well as noise, dust, and fumes in auction lanes.
• Travel: 15%; will travel to Oceanside auction once a week; rest of week will report to Anaheim auction.

Preferred:

• Degree in marketing, communications, or business preferred.
• Experience supporting social media platforms, including creating or posting content and assisting with ongoing social media activities.
• Experience assisting with events, promotions, or on-site activities.
• Automotive experience.

Join the Cox family of businesses and make your mark today!
USD 24.09 - 36.11 per hour
Compensation:
Hourly pay rate is in the range of $24.09 - $36.11/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, and parental leave.
Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States for any employer without current or future sponsorship.
EOE, including disability/vets