Marketing Communications Manager - SRAM and Truvativ

SRAM Corporation is one of the world's largest suppliers of components to the bike industry. Established in Chicago in 1987, SRAM continues to promote cycling through its products, its advocacy, and its employees who are dedicated to improving the cycling experience. Today, SRAM employs more than 1,800 people in 12 offices across 7 countries. The environment at all our SRAM facilities is progressive, energetic and full of opportunity. We offer competitive compensation and benefits as well as the opportunity to work in a casual, urban office environment. SRAM is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Our business is growing, and the need for marketing leadership and support is extremely valuable. Reporting directly to the Global Marketing Director, this position will be responsible for establishing and executing marketing strategies to meet organizational objectives in the MTB category. This position is exclusively located in Chicago (If you’re interested but challenged by the location, please don’t apply).

This position will primarily focus on Marketing in the MTB category, but will assist in other categories as appropriate. Brand focus is within the SRAM and Truvativ product lines. This position may focus on some or all of the following responsibilities:

Responsibilities:

• Oversee marketing, advertising and promotional staff, agencies and activities.
• Evaluate customer research, market conditions, competitor data and implement marketing plan changes as needed.
• Manage aspects of marketing promotions for specified products.
• Design, develop, and execute marketing collateral including catalogs, flyers, sales materials, and web content.
• Direct advertising and promotional activities.
• Oversee preparation and dissemination of press releases and articles and coordinates media events.
• Direct the writing, editing and publishing of organizational publications.
• Attend media and trade show events as representative of company. Stay abreast of current trends and guide strategic planning through recommendations.
• Coordinate packaging design and implementation
• Contribute to product launches as product specialist.

Specific Requirements:
• Fluent in English, written and spoken
• Marketing background – Related College degree. (Design degree a plus)
• Creative design skills
• Strong Organizational skills
• Excellent Communication skills
• Proven ability to work in a team environment
• Solid Computer know how, practical experience in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign.
• Self sufficient with Apple computers and products.
• Experience managing people and/or agencies
• 3-5 Years proven experience in marketing field
• Willing to travel and work weekends as needed

To apply, please e-mail the following through Malakye.com or to davidz@sram.com:
• A cover letter explaining why you’re best matched for this position. (1 page max)
• A current resume with references.
• Up to 3 pdf or jpg examples of work that you’ve overseen the creative of. (With brief explanations of the work and your actual involvement)
• Up to 3 web links to work that you’ve been involved in. (With brief explanations of the work and your actual involvement)
• Up to 3 additional items that represent your creative involvement with a brand. (With brief explanations of the work and your actual involvement)