Director of Marketing

2nd Swing•Eden Prairie, MN

3d•$88,000 - $152,000

About The Position

Come work with us, not for us! 2nd Swing is a one-of-a-kind, forward thinking, customer-centric golf retail company. Our employees are highly valued, while working hard in a positive and supportive culture. At 2nd Swing you will find: Vast Exposure to the Golf Industry A Commitment to Total Well-Being Opportunities to Discover Your Fit and Make an Impact A Collaborative and Flexible Environment

Requirements

Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to create, implement, and monitor budgets.
Thorough understanding of principles and methods used to promote, display, and sell products and services.
Experience managing the marketing function including strategy execution and management of a budget
Experience leading a team of direct reports and including across an organization
Ability to adapt quickly to changing conditions and priorities

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing.
At least ten years of experience in Retail and/ or Sporting Goods marketing or a related field.
In-depth knowledge of the golf industry.

Responsibilities

Leading the marketing team in the execution of all elements of the strategic marketing plan.
Collaboration with cross-functional teams to evaluate strategic plan.
Development and monitoring of marketing budget to include all downstream marketing elements.
Develop and maintain brand guidelines including deployment of environmental branding at all retail locations.
Gathers and analyzes information to identify new markets and customers, demand for products and services, and efficacy of existing marketing campaigns and strategies.
Conducts market research, sales forecasting, and strategic planning to assess and ensure the sale and profitability of products.
Conducts pricing research and analysis to ensure competitive product and service pricing.
Maintains knowledge of trends and developments in the market; identifies needs for new products and services and makes recommendations to leadership.
Negotiates contracts for services needed to execute a marketing strategy.
Composes, develops, evaluates, and conducts training on marketing activities, strategies, and policies.
Recruits, interviews, hires, and trains supervisory and management staff in the department.