What are the responsibilities and job description for the Marketing Specialist position at MAC Wholesale?
Job Description
Position Title: Product Marketing Specialist Date: 4/10/2024
Reports To: Marketing Manager FLSA: Exempt
Location: University Park, IL (On-Site)
MAC Wholesale is an industry leading distributor of closeouts and excess inventory. We’re seeking a Product
Marketing Specialist to support our sales and purchasing team by providing compelling visual support materials
of merchandise across multiple categories, based in our University Park facility.
Responsibilities:
• Develop visually appealing and informative sell sheets for our merchandise, highlighting key
features and benefits.
• Collaborate with purchasing team to gather product information, specifications, and market
knowledge to enhance merchandising.
• Edit product photos to display inventory both accurately and professionally.
• Create 360° photos of merchandise to showcase packaging.
• Inspect and record product & packaging specifications.
• Ensure a high level of data accuracy, both on inventory sell sheets and in ERP system (NetSuite).
• Assist with merchandising for on-site showroom and satellite showrooms for tradeshows.
• Assist purchasing team with sample review and virtual inventory presentations.
• Update ERP system (NetSuite) for up-to-date sell sheet statuses throughout incoming inventory
process.
• Provide feedback and commentary regarding product improvement.
• Proactively work with warehouse and purchasing teams to identify and address product or
inventory issues.
• Develop and shoot videos of featured items - show and demonstrate.
Requirements:
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to capture high-quality images that effectively showcase merchandise.
• Experience with product photography and Adobe Creative Suite
• Ability to multitask and prioritize workload in a fast-paced environment.
• A creative mindset with a passion for developing innovative marketing materials.
• Experience working collaboratively in cross-functional teams.• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively convey product
information and value propositions.
• Knowledge of wholesale and retail sales processes is a plus.