Marketing Assistant

Published: 6/14/2022

Job Description

Location: Addison, IL (On-site)
Reports To: Director of Marketing
Salary: $42,000 to $52,000 annually + Benefits & Incentives
Compensation varies based on experience and education

About the Role

The Cary Company is looking for a curious, organized, and motivated Marketing Assistant to join our marketing team in Addison, IL.

This is a great opportunity for someone early in their marketing career who enjoys learning, researching, trying new technologies, and turning ideas into polished work. You will gain hands-on experience across digital marketing, paid search, SEO, email, e-commerce, content, and creative projects while learning from an experienced marketing team.

You will support the day-to-day execution of our marketing efforts while also having opportunities to take ownership of projects and explore new ways to improve how we reach and engage customers.

What You’ll Do

Support digital marketing campaigns across paid search, SEO, email, content, and e-commerce
Assist with paid search (SEM), including keyword research, ad copy, reporting, and performance tracking
Help improve SEO by updating website content, page titles, meta descriptions, product pages, and other search-focused content
Write and proofread content for social media, blog posts, email campaigns, website pages, and product descriptions
Build, schedule, and help analyze email marketing campaigns
Add and update products on our e-commerce site with a focus on accuracy, usability, and search-friendly content
Help improve the design, content, and overall usability of company websites
Collaborate with our in-house creative team on graphics, photography, video, and marketing collateral
Research customers, competitors, markets, and industry trends to uncover useful insights
Explore new technologies, tools, and methods that could improve our digital marketing efforts
Help drive qualified online traffic to our websites
Track deadlines, assets, requests, and other project details to keep marketing initiatives moving
Stay current on digital marketing, online writing, social media, web usability, search, and e-commerce trends

What You’ll Bring

Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, or a related field preferred
Strong organizational and project management skills
Excellent research and analytical abilities, with an interest in working with data
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Attention to detail and a commitment to producing high-quality work
Curiosity and an interest in learning new technologies and approaches
Positive attitude and ability to work effectively as part of a team
Interest in digital marketing tools such as Google Ads, Google Analytics, and email marketing platforms
Previous experience, coursework, internships, or certifications in digital marketing are a plus, but not required

Perks & Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Life and Supplemental Insurance
Short-Term Incentive Plan
401(k)
Profit Sharing
HRA
Cafeteria Plan
Childcare Reimbursement Program
Seasonal company-sponsored events
Fun Fridays, weekly yoga, and other company activities
9/80 Scheduling Option (following one year of employment)
Flex Fridays (following one year of employment)

A Little About The Cary Company

We’ve been around since 1895.
We’ve grown from approximately 30 employees in 2005, to 60 in 2010, to more than 240 today.
Our locations include Addison, IL (Headquarters), Indianapolis, IN, Pittsburgh, PA, Salt Lake City, UT, Jurupa Valley, CA, Livermore, CA, and Charlotte, NC.
We distribute rigid packaging products and industrial filtration solutions.
We are privately owned.
We take a strengths-based approach, helping employees spend more time doing what they enjoy and what they do well.

We Work to Build Autonomy, Connectedness, and Confidence in Your Role

Employees participate in two to four structured one-to-one meetings with their supervisor each year, replacing the traditional annual performance review with an ongoing two-way conversation.
Employees can get involved in committees such as our Culture Committee and Cary Cares.
Fun Fridays, weekly yoga, and other company events help create opportunities to connect outside of everyday work.

Our Core Values: Growth, Positivity, Customer Driven, Spirited Work Ethic, In This Together

People Who Are Successful in Our Culture Tend to Be

Positive and optimistic
Open-minded, while still looking for ways to make our systems better
Curious and inquisitive
Customer-focused, with an eye toward making us easier to do business with
Supportive of their co-workers

The Cary Company prides itself on an upbeat, team-oriented culture with knowledgeable co-workers, a comfortable work/life balance, and opportunities to learn and grow.

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