Marketing Manager

Aldridge Group•Green Oaks, IL

16d•$115,000 - $135,000

About The Position

Aldridge is seeking a Marketing Manager to join its team in Libertyville, Illinois. The role collaborates with strategic corporate communications and marketing operations to build awareness and demand for industry solutions. The Marketing Manager develops and manages market plans, creates and oversees marketing content and communications, supports client touchpoints and events, and maintains brand consistency across materials. The position also coordinates awards submissions and trade media opportunities, reports on communications performance, and identifies AI-enabled solutions to improve marketing workflows. The role works with operational groups, business development, subject-matter experts, and the Marketing Team. Aldridge describes its culture as collaborative and family-centered, with a focus on innovation, safety, teamwork, and mental wellness. The company has more than 2,000 industry experts. The annual base pay range is $115,000–$135,000, with possible bonus eligibility. Aldridge offers a comprehensive benefits package. The position may also include occasional assignments, training assignments, and other related duties.

Requirements

Four-year degree in Communications, Journalism, Marketing, or Public Relations.
At least seven years of related B2B experience.
Proven leadership and team management abilities.
Strong writing and storytelling skills, using a professional and factual tone.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Adobe Creative Suite, including InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop.
Experience with CRM platforms such as Salesforce.
Strong time management and prioritization skills, with consistent ability to meet deadlines.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills and ability to interact effectively with all levels of the organization.
A track record of designing, implementing, and measuring communication strategies and plans.
Experience developing and managing program metrics.
Ability to work effectively as part of a diverse team.
Strong functional marketing, planning, and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

Develop and manage marketing plans for assigned markets, including priorities, timelines, campaigns, events, and deliverables aligned with market objectives.
Create content for marketing collateral, websites, social media, success stories, email campaigns, and thought leadership.
Collaborate with operational groups, business development, and subject-matter experts to support client touchpoints and create professional presentations for Aldridge markets.
Write, draft, and report on new projects, and create marketing documents that showcase the company’s experience and capabilities.
Develop, write, and manage production of specialty brochures, announcements, digital newsletters, and similar materials.
Manage the marketing asset library and content publication process, identify gaps, and educate stakeholders about available resources.
Coordinate company awards submissions by managing timelines, tracking results, and working across business units to draft submissions.
Build relationships with industry journalists, maintain a public relations calendar, and facilitate trade media opportunities.
Maintain the communications program roadmap and report performance monthly.
Edit and proofread content for accuracy, consistency, and adherence to brand guidelines.
Ensure consistent brand voice, style, and tone across content and maintain brand integrity across asset types.
Work with the Marketing Team to create and maintain content calendars, workflows, and style guides.
Identify and implement AI-enabled communications solutions to improve content development, audience engagement, research, reporting, and workflow efficiency.
Support employee, company-sponsored, job-site, and client-focused events.
Maintain electronic and paper marketing files, including images, interviews, brochures, project data, and presentations.
Produce graphics using Canva, Adobe Photoshop, or Illustrator.
Perform other occasional work assignments, including temporary and training assignments, and related duties.