Estes Forwarding Worldwide (EFW) is a leading domestic and international freight forwarder in the United States, providing customized logistics and warehousing solutions for clients around the world and across all industries via air, ground, and ocean freight. A subsidiary of Estes Express lines with corporate located in Richmond, Virginia, EFW is uniquely backed by Estes Express Lines’ extensive line haul network providing EFW clients with a hybrid transportation network. The company has received industry awards, including Specialty Carrier of the Year and E-Commerce Delivery Carrier of the Year, and has been recognized by Global Trade Americas as a leading 3PL to watch.

We are proud to offer highly competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Short- and long-term disability plans
• Life and accidental death & dismemberment insurance
• Job referral bonus program

The Director, Marketing, reports directly to the Chief Strategy Officer.  The Director, Marketing, will develop and execute marketing strategies designed to drive opportunities to the Sales team, meet organizational objectives, and keep the EFW brand ahead of the competition in every respect.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must satisfactorily perform each essential duty.  Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

• Develop, execute and actively manage B2B growth marketing strategy to include:
  • Multi-media content creation
  • Social channels
  • Lead Gen
  • ABM
  • Email & digital (including website)
  • Event & channel management and support
• Oversee marketing department.
• Develop and execute to annual budget.
• Responsible for reputation management.
• Manage outside vendor relationships.
• Support the executive team with corporate communications.
• Partner with each business unit/department head to support initiatives and overall growth.
• Leverage data to drive new opportunities and create additional value for existing customers.
• Manage and monitor branding guidelines and continually develop and support corporate graphic standards and enforce proper usage by all parties.
• Drive website design and content management.
• Conduct and evaluate research, market conditions, and competitor data and implement strategic changes to communication plans as needed.
• Formulate and define technical scope and objectives of marketing & communications projects.
• Review marketing project proposals to determine goals, time frame, funding limitations, and procedures for accomplishing projects.
• Plan promotional communications projects, including but not limited to print, electronic, and special events.
• Develop our event marketing strategy and plans by closely collaborating with Sales.
• Own event management from inception to post-event measurement and assessment.
• Work with third-party marketing and communications vendors on projects as needed, including updates to presentations, brochures, industry sector templates, and more.
• Regular attendance is required.
• Comply with company C-TPAT and TSA security procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

The qualifications listed below are representative of the minimum knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Proficient in PowerPoint, Excel, Word and other MS Office products.
• Proficient with content creation and design tools (Adobe, WordPress).
• Proficient with Marketing Automation (Pardot, HubSpot, Marketo, etc).
• Proficient with Project Management tools (Asana, MS Project, Monday, etc.).
• Solid understanding of CRM (Salesforce.com preferred).
• Experience managing social content and use of tools to do so (Brandwatch, etc).
• Ability to read, write and speak English fluently.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal and writing skills.
• Highly effective problem-solving skills.
• Excellent analytical and organizational skills.
• Ability to work in a director level role, in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to read, interpret, and comply with written information and documents such as safety rules, operations/procedure manuals and maintenance instructions with high comprehension and concentration level to include the ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to work with executives and communicate abstract concepts.
• Ability to present to a high level of the organization and groups outside of the organization.
• Ability to solve problems with complex variables through non-standardized solutions that require independent judgment and analysis.
• Must be eligible to work in the United States.
• At this time, EFW will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization for this position.
• EFW prides itself on the quality of its employees and as such, candidates who receive a job offer will be required to successfully pass a drug screen and a background check.
• EFW offers an opportunity to grow and develop your career in an environment that provides a fulfilling workplace for employees, creates an environment for continuous learning, and embraces the ideas and diversity of others. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, ethnicity, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability status, protected veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other legally protected status.

SUPERVISION

Position functions autonomously and directly supervises 1-5 employees.  Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.  Responsibilities may include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

Minimum of a Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) and 7 years of experience in a related field. Minimum 5 years of B2B Marketing with 2 years of experience in Transportation/Logistics/Supply Chain, and experience building and managing a team. However, a combination of experience and/or education will be taken into consideration.

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS

None required.

TRAVEL

Periodic travel up to 5% required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

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

Typically sitting at a desk or table.  Intermittently sitting, standing, walking, or stooping.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential duties of this job.  Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential duties.

Normal office situation.

EFW is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Minorities/Female/Disabled/Veteran