Marketing Operations Associate

About the Role

The Marketing Operations Associate provides independent direction in the initiation, implementation, and management of projects and programs. This position performs operational duties in support of the Marketing Operations teams, including management of budgets. This position follows a flex work schedule with three days remotely per month.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with the development and preparation of annual budgets, goals, and objectives.
• Provide monthly forecasting, effective budget updates, and budget reconciliation.
• Prepare invoices for payment.
• Construct and manage marketing budgets and forecasts in excess of $1 million.
• Develop and maintain budget tracking/reporting for various vendors and contract purchase agreements.
• Participate in budget meetings and other meetings as required.
• May initiate and coordinate written and oral communication between internal partners and vendors.
• Ensure planning team is aware of budget activities and potential impact to overall markets approved budgets.
• Manage vendors, agencies, and internal partner relationships.
• Identify and integrate continuous improvement components to increase efficiencies and automation as needed.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned or required.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Microsoft Office software products, including Outlook, Word, and Excel (required).

Qualifications

• Professional verbal and written communication skills (required).
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize projects effectively to meet key program deadlines on a consistent basis.
• 4-year College Degree in Business, Marketing, Finance, or related field (preferred).
• Budget/finance administration and project coordination experience (preferred).
• Prior experience working with Marketing budgets including media plans and project management (preferred).