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Digital Marketing Director

The Jel Sert Company

West Chicago, IL
Full Time
Director
117k-117k
30 days ago

Job Description

About the Role

The Digital Marketing Director at The Jel Sert Company is a key leadership role responsible for developing and executing the digital marketing strategy across paid, owned, and earned channels. The role involves leading digital growth initiatives to elevate brand awareness, drive ecommerce success, and enhance consumer engagement. The position manages and mentors a team of three direct reports and collaborates cross-functionally to support brand objectives and performance KPIs. Jel Sert is a high-quality foods and beverages company with a strong focus on creating lasting memories and fostering a positive work environment recognized as a Great Place to Work.

Key Responsibilities

  • Define and implement the digital marketing strategy across paid, owned, and earned media channels to support brand growth and ecommerce sales.
  • Lead and manage a team of three direct reports: Social Media Manager, Content Designer, and Marketing Technologist.
  • Ensure cross-functional collaboration across Marketing, Ecommerce, Sales, and IT.
  • Execute brand marketing paid digital media initiatives including search, social, display, programmatic, and influencer partnerships.
  • Focus on driving awareness, engagement, and brand growth, ensuring alignment with marketing objectives, effective reach, and measurable results.
  • Manage content strategy and execution for owned channels, including website updates, UX, SEO, and potential future email marketing and lifecycle campaigns.
  • Guide social and community engagement strategy, including influencer and user-generated content.
  • Support PR amplification efforts and digital extensions of campaign activations.
  • Define KPIs and reporting frameworks to measure performance across all digital efforts.
  • Drive continuous improvement through A/B testing, audience segmentation, and conversion analysis.
  • Prepare monthly/quarterly dashboards for leadership review.

Requirements

  • Proven experience in digital marketing strategy, campaign execution, and team leadership.
  • Track record of managing performance-based media, content initiatives, and digital channel optimization.
  • Proficient in interpreting digital marketing data to make informed decisions.
  • Experience in people management, mentoring, and performance coaching.
  • Strong understanding of ecommerce dynamics, shopper journeys, and brand positioning.
  • Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Digital Media, or a related field.
  • 10+ years of experience in digital marketing roles, including at least 5 years of management experience.
  • Experience in the CPG or food & beverage industry highly preferred.
  • Working knowledge of tools and platforms such as Google Analytics, Meta Ads Manager, Amazon Ads, Klaviyo, Salsify, and Shopify.
  • Deep understanding of digital channel mix and consumer behavior across platforms.
  • Skilled in project management and cross-functional collaboration.
  • Proficient with reporting dashboards, marketing automation, and campaign management tools.
  • Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
  • Ability to operate in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment with limited layers.

Nice to Have

  • Experience with tools such as Shopify, Workfront, or other marketing operations platforms.
  • Understanding of A+ content creation or digital merchandising best practices.
  • Proactive mindset with strong problem-solving and project management abilities.
  • Team player with strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative spirit.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Digital Media, or a related field.
  • 10+ years of experience in digital marketing roles, including at least 5 years of management experience.

Benefits & Perks

  • Competitive salary starting at $116,734 annually.
  • Eligibility for the EBIT Bonus program.
  • Extensive benefits programs (details available during the interview).

Working at The Jel Sert Company

Jel Sert is committed to creating a work environment that encourages personal growth, responsibility, and a shared vision for creating high-quality products that foster lasting memories. The company has been recognized as a Great Place to Work and values a collaborative, innovative, and fast-paced entrepreneurial environment.

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Job Details

Posted AtAug 13, 2025
Job CategoryDigital Marketing
Salary117k-117k
Job TypeFull Time
Work ModeOnsite
ExperienceDirector

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About The Jel Sert Company

Website

jelsert.com

Location

West Chicago, IL

Industry

All Other Specialty Food Retailers

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