The Neil Jones Food Company

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The Neil Jones Food Company is an industry leader, processing superior quality fresh-packed, vine-ripened California tomatoes and Pacific Northwest fruit. Headquartered in Vancouver, Washington, NJFC has been providing our nation’s discerning foodservice, retail, industrial and institutional customers with the finest quality canned and pouched products for over 50 years. NJFC operates three production facilities: Northwest Packing in Vancouver, WA.; San Benito Foods, in Hollister, CA; and Toma-Tek in Firebaugh, CA. We are looking for a Marketing & Communications Manager to develop, manage, and execute a comprehensive communications and brand-building program. This leader will be responsible for advertising, media, marketing collateral, trade shows, and other vehicles, integrated with the strategic business plan in order to maximize growth and profitability at our corporate headquarters in Vancouver, WA. For additional information, please see our “About Us” video, Our Story - Neil Jones Food Company Key Responsibilities: • Develops and directs the creative work for multiple products, including print advertising, product catalogues, crop report production, packaging management, brochures, sales support and other marketing materials. • Develops and implements the communications and brand-building portion of the annual marketing plan for assigned businesses and product lines, including creative, media plans, packaging, trade shows, and other vehicles. Ensures execution of the plan is within agreed-upon budgets. • Creates written and visual content for a variety of channels including social media, landing pages, presentations, print and electronic materials including, but not limited to, newsletters, social media, website and other touchpoints centered on lead generation or brand collateral. • Learns and leads robust CRM execution to increase ROI on sales activities and marketing investment. • Leads interactive marketing efforts to build the brand and support annual sales objectives. This will include website management, link-building efforts, email campaigns, and other ongoing efforts. Requirements: • Bachelor’s degree in marketing, sales, business, or related field; or any combination of training, education and experience that demonstrates the ability to successfully perform the key responsibilities of the position. • 4+ years’ experience, with a significant portion of that in sales and/or interactive marketing and Foodservice or Retail food experience a plus. • Thorough knowledge of marketing and branding strategies, terminology, and mediums, including media, the creative process, printing, fulfillment, tradeshows, sponsorships, and others. • Strong knowledge of software applications to create visual and written content for various types of marketing and sales communications. Excellent oral and written communication skills. • Ability to pass a pre-employment drug test, background check including employment and educational verification, and to work extended schedule and occasional weekends as needed. Compensation: The salary range is $112,000 - $118,000, based on experience and qualifications. Benefits: • Medical, Dental, & Vision coverage • 401(k) match with Traditional & Roth options available • Company paid Life and AD&D insurance • 10 paid vacation days, 9 paid holidays, and separate sick time • Employee Assistance Program • Numerous other voluntary insurance products available • Convenient location, 2 miles west of downtown Vancouver • Free parking Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA) The Neil Jones Food Company participates in E-Verify E-Verify Participation If You Have the Right to Work, Don't Let Anyone Take It Away We are an Equal Opportunity and Fair Chance Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability, age, citizenship status, genetic information, military or veteran status, and other protected status under applicable law. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.