5+ years in marketing operations, project management, or related field
Strong project management skills for handling multiple priorities
Experience leading cross-functional initiatives with agencies
Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail
Analytical mindset for interpreting data and trends
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
Responsibilities
Lead development and execution of annual POS catalogs as primary project manager
Manage project timelines, milestones, and approvals for on-time delivery
Identify and mitigate risks while facilitating cross-functional alignment
Evaluate and enhance POS offerings with Channel Managers
Drive ongoing evolution of the Decorate on Demand platform
Support annual coupon calendar development and execution
Monitor coupon performance and provide insights for optimization
Benefits
Generous employee benefits package
Eligibility for a discretionary bonus
Full Job Description
General Description of the Role
The Associate Manager, Portfolio Execution is responsible for managing key commercial marketing programs that support portfolio strategy and field activation (Point of Sale, Decorate on Demand and Coupons). Working cross-functionally with Channel Managers, Sales and agency partners, this individual ensures marketing tools are developed and delivered on time, effectively communicated, and aligned with business priorities to maximize adoption and impact. The ideal candidate is a highly organized project manager with strong analytical capabilities, exceptional attention to detail, and a passion for driving operational excellence and continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities and Activities
Point of Sale (POS) Order Catalog Project Management ("Critical Path")
Lead the end-to-end development and execution of two annual POS catalogs, serving as the primary project manager across agency partners, Marketing, and Sales
Own critical path management, project timelines, milestones, and approvals to ensure on-time delivery
Proactively identify and mitigate risks, facilitate cross-functional alignment, and drive clear communication throughout the catalog lifecycle, including creative development, system uploads (MyStore), order readiness, and order window execution.
POS Optimization
Partner with Channel Managers to evaluate and enhance POS offerings, ensuring they remain impactful, premium, cost-effective, and sustainable
Gather stakeholder feedback and analyze utilization trends to identify opportunities to optimize the assortment, improve effectiveness, and evolve offerings to better support business objectives and field needs.
Decorate on Demand (DoD) Platform Leadership
Own the ongoing evolution of the Decorate on Demand platform, working with agency partners and Channel Managers to expand functionality, optimize the assortment, and enhance the overall user experience
Drive continuous improvement initiatives and increase adoption and utilization across Sales and Field teams.
National Coupon Program Support & Analytics:
Support the development and execution of the annual coupon calendar in partnership with the Manager, Portfolio Strategy. Collaborate with Channel Managers, Sales, and agency partners to align promotional offers, coordinate creative development and ensure accurate ordering
Monitor coupon performance, providing reporting and insights to optimize budget and effectiveness.
Education / Professional Qualifications
Bachelor's degree required
5+ years of experience in marketing operations, project management, shopper/trade marketing, sales support or related field
Required Skills
Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities, stakeholders, and deadlines simultaneously
Experience leading cross-functional initiatives involving agencies and various cross-functional departments
Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail
Strong written, verbal, and presentation communication skills
Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data, identify trends, and provide actionable recommendations
Experience managing promotional programs, POS materials, catalogs, or sales support tools preferred
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and reporting/dashboard tools
Ability to build strong collaborative relationships across functions
Demonstrated ability to identify process improvements and drive operational efficiencies
Self-motivated, solutions-oriented, and comfortable working in a fast-paced, matrixed environment
Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to proactively identify risks and implement solutions
The expected base salary for this position ranges from $79,400-105,900. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors and considerations. In addition to base salary and a generous employee benefits package, employees are eligible to receive a discretionary bonus.
