Marketing Coordinator - AKDO
Bridgeport, CT 06610
About the Job
About the Company: AKDO is a privately owned, market-leading manufacturer and distributor of natural stone, porcelain, ceramic, and glass products, including slabs, tiles, and mosaics. For the past 30 years, we have focused on top quality and consistency in both our products and our service, and as a result, we’ve emerged as one of America’s most renowned brands of luxury tile and stone.
About the Role: The Marketing Coordinator will assist the marketing department's initiatives with the planning, executing, and tracking of marketing projects such as social media, events, and content marketing.
Responsibilities:
- Assist in creating, proofreading, and editing marketing content across social media, email, product descriptions and labels, ensuring brand consistency.
- Manage social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, LinkedIn), including engagement, responding to messages, and updating LinkInBio.
- Maintain and update company external and internal websites (AKDO, AKDOBoutique, ADP) by managing product pages, images, brochures, dealer information, and job postings.
- Coordinate and assist with social media photoshoots, video shoots and marketing event logistics, including tradeshows and product launches.
- Monitor website functionality and design, addressing issues and implementing improvements.
- Provide marketing support by fulfilling image requests, handling customer inquiries, and maintaining press information.
- Support email marketing campaigns, including setup, list management and performance tracking.
- Stay informed on industry trends, competitor activity, and social media best practices.
- Assist in organizing AKDO events, including invitations, email campaigns, premium sourcing, and compiling event summaries.
- Design and create company documents, such as training materials, sales presentations, and forms.
- Manage slab inventory across platforms, ensuring accurate representation and timely removal of out-of-stock items.
Qualifications/Skills/Abilities:
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
- 2 - 3 years' experience in marketing/brand management
- Strong understanding of digital marketing tools and techniques, including social media, email marketing and content management systems.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to craft compelling content and interact effectively with various stakeholders.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), familiarity with marketing software (CRM, Google Analytics), as well as basic knowledge on Adobe Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator).
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.
- Creative thinking and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail and a passion for marketing.
- Interest in design and interior design
Benefits: AKDO recognizes that talented people are attracted to companies that provide competitive pay, comprehensive benefits packages, and outstanding advancement opportunities. For this reason, we offer a Comprehensive Benefit Plan that includes the following:
- Medical and Dental Coverage
- Vision care coverage
- Disability insurance
- Employee life insurance
- Flexible spending accounts
- 401 (k) and company paid pension plan
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
Equal Opportunity Statement: AKDO provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, marital status, national origin, ancestry, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws, and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type.