Job Description

Reporting to our Sales and Marketing Manager, the Marketing Coordinator will provide assistance with marketing programs and initiatives, while surrounded by genuine people and great Italian products.

Tasks/Responsibilities

• Publish, distribute, and maintain all updates to company and marketplace pricing.
• Plan, implement and maintain promotion programs.
• Collect and analyze data pertaining to customer surveys/profiles and product records.
• Organize special events, trade shows, exhibits, product shows, new product launches, demonstrations, seminars and training courses.
• Oversee preparation of marketing materials.
• Replenish marketing material and sales brochures.
• Coordinate sales incentive and recognition programs, contests, promotions, special events and awards.
• Coordinate direct mail campaigns.
• Liaise with Web designers in support of website maintenance and web-based marketing strategies.
• Oversee the Company’s social media presence on multiple platforms including Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, YouTube, blogs, Apps, etc.
• Monitor social media conversations to identify opportunities and potential issues and escalate to management.
• Respond to all communications (blog comments, emails, twitter messages, etc.).
• Ensure product labeling is compliant with FDA/USDA requirements (Nutritional Panel, Ingredient List, Serving Size, Organic Certification; Expiry Date/Lot Date Information).
• Generate/order labels for accounts as required.
• Maintain Sales and Marketing directory.
• Adhere to all Company established policies and procedures.
• Special projects or other marketing duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Several years of Marketing experience with knowledge of direct marketing and social media approaches
• Strong customer service and creative skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to prioritize and multi-task in a fast paced, frequent deadline environment
• Proficient in MSOffice
• Experience in the Specialty Food Distribution or a related industry an asset

We offer a competitive hourly rate, a comprehensive benefits package, and product tasting. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted at this time. Preference will be given to applicants moving to or currently residing in the local San Francisco Bay area. No agency inquiries please.

Company Description

Lettieri & Company, an importer of fine foods and wines, has been in operation for more than 30 years in the San Francisco Bay area. As a family operated business, we are dedicated to developing and maintaining strong relationships with our suppliers and retailers and we are an active member of the Specialty Food Association.