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Marketing Communications Manager - Retail - Therma-Tru Doors, Maumee, OH

Are you looking for a Marketing opportunity that will give you an opportunity to execute on business plans and give you the chance to grow your career? We are looking for an individual who can use their knowledge of the building products industry to help drive our business. You would be a part of a family of industry leading companies within Fortune Brands Home & Security and be a part of the growth at Therma-Tru Doors.

In this position, you’ll have the opportunity to: Communicate the Therma-Tru and Fypon value propositions to through the retail (big box) channel consistent with the company’s strategic objectives and in a way that results in increased sales of our products. Lead the retail marketing communications function. Create merchandising tools for our retail customers’ stores. Work with both internal and external (agency) resources to accomplish success.

Key Responsibilities:
* Understand the company’s strategic initiatives and business plans
* Develop and implement impactful, integrated marketing communication plans to achieve the objectives contained within the strategic plan and business plans
* Lead the execution of the retail channel marketing communications plans
* Develop messaging based on our strategic plan and value propositions for use in multiple media
* Create and maintain a complete set of sales tools for our associates and customers to use
* Includes leading the marketing communications function in meeting line review and other customer deliverables 
* Initiate external work with vendors, track costs, approve invoices keeping spending within the approved budget
* Develop project plans including timing and cost for each significant initiative
* Respond to ad hoc requests for marketing support from associates and customers
* May perform other duties as assigned

Candidates can apply electronically at www.thermatru.com.

Marketing Communications Manager - Wholesale & Dealer - Therma-Tru Doors, Maumee, OH

Are you looking for a Marketing opportunity in a fast-paced environment with a chance to grow your career? Therma-Tru Doors is looking for an individual to lead marketing communications for our wholesale and dealer channels. You would be a part of the growth at Therma-Tru Doors and part of a family of industry leading companies within Fortune Brands Home & Security.

In this position, you’ll have the opportunity to:
Communicate the Therma-Tru and Fypon value propositions to the wholesale and dealer channels and the market segments they serve (production builder; small, medium, custom builder; general remodeler; specialty dealer) consistent with the company’s strategic objectives and in a way that results in increased sales of our products. Lead the marketing communications function for these channels and segments. Create sales tools for our associates and customers to use. Work with both internal and external (agency) resources to accomplish success.

Success is defined as meeting or exceeding our sales plan while keeping spending within the overall marketing budget.

Key Responsibilities:
* Understand the company’s strategic initiatives and business plans
* Develop and implement impactful, integrated marketing communication plans to achieve the objectives contained within the strategic plan and business plans
* Lead the execution of the wholesale, specialty dealer, builder and general remodeler marketing communications plans
* Develop messaging based on our strategic plan and value propositions for use in multiple media
* Create and maintain a complete set of sales tools for our associates and customers to use
 - Includes responsibility for the full-line catalog, displays and trade shows
 - Includes leading the annual class launch for the marketing communications / operations function
* Initiate external work with vendors, track costs, approve invoices keeping spending within the approved budget
* Develop project plans including timing and cost for each significant initiative
* Respond to ad hoc requests for marketing support from associates and customers
* May perform other duties as assigned

Candidates can apply electronically at www.thermatru.com.

Marketing Specialist - Therma-Tru Doors, Maumee, OH

Therma-Tru Doors, part of the Fortune Brands Home & Security family, is seeking a Marketing Specialist who has experience working with “Big Box” retailers.

In this position, you’ll have the opportunity to:
Participate as part of the larger marketing team and assist in the development of collateral and merchandising materials to support Therma-Tru and Fypon retail marketing projects. Manage delivery of marketing support to assure timely and accurate production of displays, aisle collateral, literature, and more. Deliver “best in class” marketing materials and assist in print buying as well as support other Retail Marketing initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:
* Handle marketing material requirements from customers.
*Coordinate retail display and merchandising support materials production and placement.
* Proof read materials for accuracy and consistency.
* Print coordination for marketing collateral, merchandising and communications, including print purchasing and scheduling
* Fulfillment planning and management of processes.
* Work with marketing communication manager to define communications and marketing support requirements for specific customer and channel needs. Assure timely implementation of production and mailing.
*Function as the interface for the retail sales teams for specific marketing support.
* Manager customer merchandising requirements and processes.
* Support line-review efforts as required.
* Work with outside vendors.
* Manage the budget.

Candidates can apply electronically at www.thermatru.com.

 Business Development Manager - The Ruhlin Company, Sharon Center, OH

The Ruhlin Company is seeking to hire a Business Development Manager to focus on the civil and industrial markets (fossil fuels, remediation, earthwork, foundations, etc...) This is a full time salaried position and will work within Ruhlin’s corporate office located in Sharon Center, Ohio (15 minutes west of Akron/40 minutes south of Cleveland).  Only candidates with similar experience within Ohio and/or its neighboring states will be considered for this position. 

The Ruhlin Company offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes: Employee Stock Ownership (ESOP), 401k match, Bonus, Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Long Term Disability coverage, paid vacation and sick days.  Additional information can be found at www.ruhlin.com

Key Responsibilities:
* Assist in the development and implementation of the strategic marketing plan and the department budget
* Perform business development and marketing activities for the civil and industrial market segments
* Grow business through the identification and development of prospects from current clients, referral leads and other sources
* Research, identify and develop client contacts regarding potential new work through research, phone calls, “cold calls”, promotional literature, etc.
* Maintain a “prospects” tracking system
* Leverage relationships with existing and potential clients/owners; identify opportunities for additional business
* Take a leadership role in developing key business partnerships; actively participate in industry and civic events to promote Ruhlin’s exposure, market share/penetration, sales and corporate philosophy
* Prepare clear, concise and informative reports, correspondence and other written material
* Assist with the development of major proposals, presentations and brochure materials
* Identify new methodologies, technologies and trends in the construction industry to keep the Company competitive in the marketplace; monitor competitors
* Communicate and reinforce the Company vision, values and goals
* Perform additional assignments as directed by the Director of Business Development, Vice President of Business Development and General Managers of the Civil and Industrial Divisions.

Essential Skills and Experience:
* Bachelor’s degree in A/E/C, business administration, marketing or related field preferred
* Minimum of 5 years progressively responsible experience with at least 2 years in the sales/marketing function, preferred
* Demonstrated ability to forecast, formulate and implement strategic business plans
* Outstanding communication and presentation skills
* Ability to organize and manage multiple priorities with competing deadlines
* Strong interpersonal, influencing and sales skills
* Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
* Proven ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with a variety of individuals including business owners and senior executives
* Ability to travel periodically.