Marketing Services Specialist

WHO WE ARE

Helena Agri-Enterprises, LLC is a leading full-service agronomic solutions provider that's been in business since 1957. Our first location was in West Helena, Arkansas hence the name "Helena". We now have close to 450+ locations nationwide and over 6,000 employees. Our corporate office is located in Collierville, Tennessee, a suburb outside of Memphis. Year after year we rank at the top nationally for volume and sales in our industry. There are many facets to our company including product development, sales, operations, precision technology and manufacturing just to name a few.

ABOUT THE JOB

The Marketing Services Specialist coordinates marketing and communication tools to promote Helena products and internal communications.

WHAT YOUR DAY WILL LOOK LIKE

• Develops and executes marketing and advertising plans and materials such as: radio spots, flyers, brochures, direct mail, statement stuffers, guides, co-promotional materials, billboards, program sheets, posters, print advertisements, digital advertisements, testimonials, videos, e-mail blasts, website and social media to support products.
• Develops marketing, advertising and communication materials for managers.
• Works with publications to promote Helena's image and products.
• Provides writing, content and messaging support to facilitate strong, effective and meaningful communication via advertising and internal communication to support products.
• Assists in identifying market opportunities and segments through research data to develop brand planning and communication initiatives.
• Coordinates tradeshow initiatives with staffing schedules, training on messages, marketing content, graphic creation, vendor management and shipping and logistics issues.
• Handles communication requests from field, division, business unit and corporate.
• Assists with editorial and graphics for electronic advertising and video.
• Works with collateral material fulfillment vendor to manage inventory and ensures efficient delivery of materials to the salesforce.
• Monitors communication trends and makes recommendations to enhance delivery Helena messaging.
• Works with vendors to investigate best promotional options and evaluates quotes.
• Coordinates the efforts in constructing and installing displays.
• Establishes and controls related budgets.
• May be required to operate a company vehicle.
• Provides excellent customer service to all internal and external customers.
• Other work-related duties as assigned by leader.
• Reliable and regular attendance is required.
• Follows all company policies and procedures.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree in business, marketing, agricultural communications or public relations is required.
• One year of related work experience is required.
• Agricultural experience is preferred.

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

• Ability to collaborate and develop large scale marketing plans.
• Written and verbal communication skills required to work with Scientists, Brand Managers and Sales team to create technical fliers, articles and social media posts.
• Advanced computer skills including working knowledge of Microsoft Office, One Drive, One Note, and Excel are required.
• Working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite required.
• Photographic and Video ability and knowledge required.
• Ability to effectively review, develop and assess graphic designs and layouts.
• Travel by various means up to 15% of the time.
• Valid U.S. driver's license is required to drive a company vehicle.
• Ability to read, write and speak in English is required.
• Communicating in Spanish is a valuable skill at Helena.

Successful completion of a drug test and background check is required for all positions at Helena.

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL ASPECTS OF THE JOB

The work environment for this position is that of a typical office environment where the noise level is mostly quiet. This position requires you to use your hands for many different tasks and to talk, hear, walk, stand and sit. You may be occasionally required to lift or move up to 10 pounds.

BENEFITS AT HELENA

• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance STARTS THE SAME DAY YOU DO!
• Earn up to $3,000 in Reward Dollars from Helena for your Health Savings Account (HSA).
• Helena's robust 401(k) Savings Plan offers you a 100% company-match up to 5% starting on your first day. As your years of service with Helena increase, so does our company-match - up to 10% based on your contribution amount.
• Three year vesting on company match with 1,000 hours of service.
• Access your earned pay between paydays through Earned Wage Access (EWA) with DailyPay.
• Up to 15 days paid time-off plus 9 paid holidays.
• Free Term Life Insurance at 1x your annual base pay - paid for by Helena at no cost to you.
• Free Short & Long-Term Disability.
• Up to 80 hours of paid Parental Leave.
• Education Assistance.
• And much more!

For more detailed information about our benefits, visit helenacareers.com/benefits.

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Helena supports individuals with disabilities, and reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. Helena is an equal opportunity employer.