Marketing Product Manager

@properties is the largest independent real estate brokerage firm in the state of Illinois and one of the top 8 residential brokers in the U.S. As a locally-owned, independent company, we offer local homebuyers and sellers the highest level of service for their real estate needs through our award-winning sales and marketing programs, industry-leading technology, and experienced, innovative brokers. We have the opportunity to add a Marking professional to our team.

The Marketing Product Manager will collaborate with the marketing department to provide strategic & creative direction on all internal branded merchandise, client gifting and agent and staff appreciation programs: the design phase, mockups, sourcing of item, negotiation, and the execution & delivery of final product to user. The PM will lead and collaborate on projects for existing marketing programs and provide solutions & ideas for the development of new marketing initiatives in a manner consistent with the @properties brand and aligned with company goals.

Duties:

• Experience driving product vision, strategy, and design discussions; helps define product vision
• Creates exceptional branded merchandise, utilizing market trends, and brand strategy & meets tight deadlines
• Sources and leads design for all promotional products/merchandise/apparel – owns the @gear ordering system, inventory and management.
• Manage the timely delivery of products for events, and general marketing needs
• Manages client appreciation program, yearly gift calendar and strategy. Must be a strong negotiator.
• Manages agent and staff recognition award programs
• Works cross functionally, supporting multiple departments & leading the product development company wide
• Manage, design, source and negotiate marketing and gift items for recruiting and welcome kits; birthday gifts, event promotions, holiday gifts etc.
• Other duties as assigned

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in marketing or communications or 5 years qualifying experience
• 2 years overall merchandising & strategic product assortment experience
• 2 years of vendor sourcing, product development and cost negotiations
• Strong creative ability & design skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint
• Ability to articulate and sell a concept both external and internal, with strong presentation skills
• Ability to provide deliverables under deadlines with high level of accuracy

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Chicago, IL 60601: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Marketing: 1 year (Required)
• Product management: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: One location