Marketing & Communications Coordinator - M&M Service Company - Carlinville, IL

GROWMARK, Inc.•Carlinville, IL

30d•$50,000 - $75,000•Onsite

About The Position

Supports the development, execution, and continuous improvement of the organization’s marketing and communication strategies. Plays a key role in promoting the organization’s brand, enhancing customer engagement, and ensuring consistent, high‑quality delivery of marketing materials, campaigns, and information systems.

Requirements

Normally requires an associate or bachelor's degree in business, Agriculture, Marketing or the equivalent thereof, and/or 4 - 5 years or more of office related work experience to demonstrate advanced knowledge of professional communication skills, typing ability and Microsoft Office programs.
Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record.
Demonstrated essential abilities including business knowledge, collaboration, communication, customer focus, decision making, and skill development.
May be required to work hours beyond those considered “normal” to meet seasonal demands.
Daily independent travel within the trade area is required, with occasional overnight stays.
Working conditions may include dust, fumes, chemicals, and electrical hazards with proper safety measures.
Exposure to extreme weather conditions (heat, cold, rain, etc.) & exposure to noisy environments.

Responsibilities

Conducts market and customer research to support sales strategies and seasonal campaigns.
Analyzes promotional performance and offers ROI‑focused insights for M&M/FS-branded marketing initiatives.
Maintains marketing information systems and delivers prompt reports for department managers and leadership.
Manages advertising budgets and allocates spending across agronomy, energy, grain, and retail divisions.
Reviews and approves advertising to ensure accuracy and M&M/FS brand standards.
Collaborates with internal teams and vendors to produce high‑quality promotional materials and campaigns.
Creates marketing content, including basic design and coordination with media partners.
Leads the creation and distribution of newsletters and communication pieces highlighting the M&M Service Company Team.
Oversees public‑facing content such as media releases, interviews, and articles that promote M&M Service Company’s mission and community involvement.
Plans and executes promotions, customer events, field days, and community outreach activities.
Coordinates and supports recruiting efforts at high school and college career fairs.
Administers supplier incentive programs and communicates updates across agronomy, energy, and grain teams.
Creates, maintains, monitors, and provides recommendations to management on company’s digital marketing strategy for social media outlets, company website, online advertising campaigns, search engine optimization, web analytics, and internal SharePoint sites.
Strengthens relationships with local FFA chapters through sponsorships and youth‑in‑ag engagement.
Strengthens M&M Service Company’s goodwill through presentations, exhibits, tours, and community engagement efforts.
Assists with company marketing meetings, trade shows, and events.
Coordinates department news releases, customer communications, and internal company communications.
May be required to order uniforms and invoice employees.
Occasionally may be asked to drive and run local errands as requested.
May be required to cross-train and substitute for other administrative positions.
Performs all other duties as assigned.