Director of Marketing

Greenleaf Hospitality Group


Date: 1 day ago
City: Kalamazoo, MI
Contract type: Full time
Overview

The Director of Marketing will guide and manage all day-to-day operations of the marketing department, ensuring smooth execution of strategic initiatives, team development, and continuous improvement. This role translates the VP of Marketing’s strategic direction into actionable, high-impact marketing efforts. The ideal candidate is an operationally strong, team-centric leader who brings a mix of creativity, analytical rigor, and people-first leadership to the role.

Top Reasons to Work With GHG

  • We are one of the Nation's 101 Best and Brightest Companies to work for
  • You’ll have the opportunity to work with a Marketing Team that is fun, creative, and enthusiastic!
  • You will have the opportunity to grow your skills and experience in an environment that fosters growth and development.


What You’ll Be Doing

May include, but not limited to

Leadership & Team Development

  • Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing, multi-functional marketing team
  • Facilitate regular team meetings, 11s, and collaborative planning sessions
  • Foster a culture of creativity, curiosity, and accountability
  • Support career growth and learning opportunities for team members


Operational Execution & Oversight

  • Direct the implementation of marketing campaigns, programs, and content
  • Manage timelines, deliverables, and marketing calendars across departments
  • Allocate resources effectively to support shifting priorities and business needs
  • Serve as the point of coordination for internal cross-functional marketing efforts


Innovation & Market Intelligence

  • Provide high- level strategic thinking and futuristic planning
  • Drive continuous improvement and innovation in marketing channels, content, and customer engagement
  • Stay ahead of market trends, emerging technologies, and shifts in consumer behavior
  • Conduct or commission research on customer needs, motivations, and expectations
  • Identify new opportunities to reach and engage key audiences in creative ways


Reporting & Optimization

  • Track, measure, and report on campaign performance, KPIs, and team metrics
  • Deliver actionable insights and performance summaries to the VP of Marketing and senior leadership
  • Identify opportunities to optimize campaigns, improve processes, and increase ROI
  • Ensure regular recaps and learnings are shared across the team and organization


Budget & Resource Management

  • Oversee and manage department budgets, expenses, and vendor contracts
  • Support the VP of Marketing in long-range budget planning and investment decisions
  • Evaluate marketing tools and platforms to maximize team efficiency


What You Need For This Position

  • Bachelor's degree in marketing, business administration, or a related field.
  • 10+ years of marketing experience, including 3-5 years in an operational or senior management role and 5+ years leading a team.
  • Proven track record of leading high-performing teams and executing complex campaigns
  • Strong analytical skills, with experience reporting and interpreting performance data
  • Demonstrated ability to stay ahead of consumer trends and apply insights to strategy
  • Excellent organizational, project management, and communication skills
  • Business-minded, metrics-driven, and comfortable working in a dynamic environment


What's In It For You

  • Annual bonus opportunity
  • Accrued PTO starts immediately and is available as soon as a minimum of 2 hours is accrued
  • 401K with 100% match up to 3% and 50% match up for the next 2%
  • Medical/Dental/Vision/Disability/Life Insurance
  • Robust Employee Assistance Program providing a wide range of services including up to 7 free counseling sessions per year
  • Health and wellness reimbursement up to $600 annually for items like massages, gym memberships, running shoes etc.
  • 10% discount on GHG outlets
  • (1) shift meal provided per day
  • Discounted hotel rates at Choice Hotels worldwide
  • Monthly cell phone stipends
  • Annual leadership classes and trainings
  • Parental Leave Program
  • Flexible work schedule

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