Since 1919, Bennett Pump Company has been a global leader in engineering, design and manufacturing of fueling technologies for the transportation industry. Purchased in 1998 by the Hines Corporation, Bennett has developed some of the world's most advanced fuel dispensers for use with a variety of alternative fuels including hydrogen and compressed and liquefied natural gas. Bennett Pump Company is well known around the world for making robust refueling hydraulics and the world's most accurate fuel metering systems. Because of manufacturing experience and global sourcing partnerships, Bennett Pump is a low-cost, high-quality producer in the industry and can be significantly more agile and responsive to customers than its competitors. Bennett’s recent growth has resulted in a need for a dynamic Marketing Manager to join our growing team.
GENERAL SUMMARY
This full-time salary exempt position will be responsible for developing, deploying and maintaining all Marketing functions and Marketing support for Bennett Pump Company. This person will provide various support duties such as preparing marketing materials, maintain material inventory, and distribution of literature. Use of computer applications for spreadsheets, databases, graphics, and web page content is required. This position will report directly to the Vice President of Sales.
ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
- Support field sales team in daily requests for data, direct where to go for answers.
- Produce, modify and manage brochures, price sheets and all other peripherals such as distribution agreements, new account applications, and field communications – daily/weekly.
- Creative initiative and ingenuity to develop and enlist support for new ideas and opportunities that will further Bennett Pump Company through accelerated Marketing campaigns.
- Produce, distribute and maintain all “Need to Know” bulletins and publications – monthly.
- Provide graphic design renderings with color pallets and dimensional criteria for new or revised image changes as may be required for customers graphic(s) approval process and engineering layout prior to production release – weekly
- Produce and coordinate sales packages for shows, including booth, travel and hotel coordination as needed – monthly/weekly
- Produce and maintain RFQ tender packages needed for new customer opportunities and revised programs (i.e., Valero, Shell, etc.). This will include revisions to brochures, specs, and price sheets – weekly
- Coordinate pricing updates on our MRP system, website and external distribution – monthly
- Drive Update website content, functional changes and basic maintenance – weekly
- Additional functional and cross functional duties as assigned.
COMPETENCIES
Knowledge, Skill & Ability Requirements
- To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Education & Industry Experience: Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing; or equivalent combination of education and experience in the Petroleum Industry.
Technical Experience:
- Must possess excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- The ability to complete tasks assigned with minimal supervision.
- Must be proficient with Microsoft Office products or similar software packages, including: Adobe Creative Suite, Photoshop and others.
- Working knowledge of Symix/Syteline & Publisher is a plus.
- Ability to multitask, perform a variety of task and follow directions.
- Experience in the use of office machines required (i.e., computer, calculator, copier, fax, multi-phone lines, postage machine, etc.)
- Must have strong typing skills- 40/60 WPM.
Mathematical Skills: Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
Language Skills: Ability to read and comprehend complex instructions. Ability to write and understand complex correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.
Reasoning Ability: Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
Physical Ability: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and stand; must be able to reach for, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls.
The employee may frequently be required to bend, twist, and turn. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 45 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
The noise level is limited and does not require hearing protection or personal protective devices.
CULTURAL EXPECTATIONS
Common to all Bennett Positions
Accept personal accountability for continuous learning: Takes responsibility for own personal development. Seeks out and uses feedback to make changes. Creates an atmosphere for people to provide feedback. Is open to influence from others. Prepares for and participates meaningfully in the review process. Sees mistakes as learning and growth opportunities.
Build and maintain adult-to-adult relationships: Is respectful when interacting with others. Knows when to ask for help. Is approachable, open to hearing facts from anyone. Focuses on solving problems, not affixing blame. Takes responsibility for self and holds others accountable for their actions. Demonstrates integrity. Admits mistakes.
Get results in critical areas: Demonstrates a sense of urgency. Makes tough decisions thoughtfully and quickly. Is motivated by achievement, doesn’t mistake effort for productivity. Has a winner’s attitude. Has confidence in self and others. Focuses on understanding and serving the customer. Is enthusiastic, committed, and tenacious.
Entrepreneurial: Takes risks to make things better. Takes risks to champion new ideas and initiatives. Considers existing systems and works to improve them. Is creative. Evaluates new ideas and perspectives. Believes there is a solution for every problem and works to discover it. Is courageous. Assumes responsibility. Takes initiative.
Celebrate successes: Recognizes good work and celebrates team and individual successes. Works to make others successful and enjoys that success. Celebrates big and little successes. Is generous and sincere, says thank you. Lets people know they are valued.
Flexible and willing to change: Manages change well. Communicates widely and effectively during periods of change. Welcomes new ideas. Is personally and professionally flexible. Adapts to thefast-changing demands of the business.
Team player; Bennett, department, and team: Sees the big picture. Understands that their job is one part of a large system. Considers the impact decisions will make on other teams, functions, and ultimately Bennett. Assumes the best in other’s actions and is supportive of their decisions. Is more interested in "what is right" rather than "who is right". Lets leaders lead, and displays loyalty to them.
Join us as our Marketing Manager and be part of a dynamic team that values creativity, innovation, and growth opportunities.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
Ability to Relocate:
- Spring Lake, MI 49456: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person