Senior Marketing Specialist

Sodexo • Cincinnati, OH • 5h ago

Role Overview

Are you a creative storyteller with a passion for strategy, branding, and student engagement?

Salary Range: $70-90,000

Sodexo's Campus Segmen t is seeking a dynamic Campus Marketing Manager to support the University of Cincinnati in Cincinnati, OH.

In this impactful role, you will lead the development and execution of the annual marketing plan and budget, drive strategic initiatives, and elevate the dining program's image across campus. You will blend creativity with data-driven insights to enhance communications, strengthen client relationships, and boost overall engagement, retention, and market growth.

What You'll Do

Marketing

Develop, implement, and measure strategic marketing, communications, and PR programs that enhance the University Dining brand.

Oversee marketing content and communications across all channels, including publications, digital media, and social platforms.

Ensure consistent brand identity, messaging, and visual standards across all internal and external communications.

Conduct market research with a strong emphasis on student engagement to identify trends and develop optimized strategies.

Drive growth initiatives such as meal plan sales campaigns, retail revenue, catering, and special events.

Manage the production, distribution, and quality of all dining-related marketing collateral, including print, social media, websites, and logo usage.

Forges collaborative relationships with the operations team to create transformative customer experiences.

Planning & Budgeting

Develop short- and long-term strategic marketing and communication plans, including annual budgets.

Track performance against mission, goals, and financial targets.

Implement evaluation and reporting systems to measure effectiveness and drive continuous improvement.

Monitor workflows, systems, and processes to ensure efficient operation of marketing and communication functions.

Client Relations

Serve as a strategic partner to University Dining leadership and internal teams.

Coordinate key client-facing communications, including annual plans and semester business reviews.

Participate in client meetings to align marketing programs with university goals, values, and expectations.

What We Offer

Compensation is fair and equitable, partially determined by a candidate's education level or years of relevant experience. Salary offers are based on a candidate's specific criteria, like experience, skills, education, and training. Sodexo offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include:

Medical, Dental, Vision Care and Wellness Programs

401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions

Paid Time Off and Company Holidays

Career Growth Opportunities and Tuition Reimbursement

More extensive information is provided to new employees upon hire.

What You Bring

Minimum of 3 years of marketing experience , preferably within Hospitality, Foodservice, or Education settings.

Strong creative, strategic, analytical, and organizational skills.

Proven ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment and meet tight deadlines.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Experience designing and executing comprehensive annual marketing, communications, and PR plans.

Demonstrated success in managing multi-channel communication strategies.

Experience developing and managing budgets.

Strong presentation skills and comfort communicating with clients and stakeholders.

Hands-on experience overseeing design and production of print and digital materials.

Proven track record of driving improvements, influencing stakeholders, and managing change.

Advanced analytical capabilities, including proficiency in Microsoft Excel and data-driven reporting.

Lead and develop the marketing team, marketing managers, graphic designers, interns, and street team.

Who We Are

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone and build a better life for all. We believe in improving the quality of life for those we serve and contributing to the economic, social, and environmental progress in the communities where we operate. Sodexo partners with clients to provide a truly memorable experience for both customers and employees alike. We do this by providing food service, catering, facilities management, and other integrated solutions worldwide.

Our company values you for you; you will be treated fairly and with respect, and you can be yourself. You will have your ideas count and your opinions heard because we can be a stronger team when you're happy at work. This is why we embrace diversity and inclusion as core values, fostering an environment where all employees are valued and respected. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to individuals regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, military status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If you need assistance with the application process, please completethis form (https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/dbdf3c39f65e4cd49eda84cc599389ab) .

Qualifications & Requirements

Minimum Education Requirement -Bachelor's Degree

Minimum Functional Experience - 3 years of experience in project management or related experience

Location US-OH-CINCINNATI

System ID 987846

Category Marketing

Employment Status Full-Time

Exempt

Posted Range $74290 to $96140

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