1. Worldwide Executive Search
CLIENT: A Privately held and Independently owned family enterprise (over 100 years in business) and World Leader
specializing in the Manufacturing of High-Quality (expensive) Hand Tools used Professionally and the
serious D.I.Y.’er sold primarily through the: Automotive, Industrial, Retail, E-Commerce, Plumbing,
Electrical and Construction Industries. Our Client operates Worldwide and holds a recognized, prestigious
Brand Name for Performance and Reliability. With a history of long term Economic success, they are
Financially Stable and Increasing their Dominance within the North American Market.
LOCATION: Position requires residence in the Greater Chicagoland area; preferably Northwest Suburbs.
RESPONSIBILITIES: The Product Marketing Specialist is responsible for the development of Product Launch Strategy and
execution for all Product Launches. A Product Launch includes; datasheets, product data content, training
documents, videos, packaging, launch packets for salesforce, promotions and more. The Product
Marketing Specialist will create, write and maintain the database of product attributes and graphics to
support all sales and E-Commerce requests. A high level of working knowledge of Microsoft Excel is critical
in this role. The Product Marketing Specialist will be involved in developing marketing support materials
and documentation to assist the sales team as needed. Interaction with the sales force and customers will
be an essential part in providing all the pertinent information to the customers in marketing collateral,
graphics, displays, etc. Additional responsibilities include helping the marketing department on other
projects as needed, such as; facilitating mailings, developing customer advertising, product advertising and
tradeshow support on new products. Continuously build, update and maintain the enhanced information
database for all products. This is a fast pace position that will be exposed to all marketing communications
areas, no two days are the same.
PERSONALITY: Personality to fit the Corporate Culture is absolute. In addition to possessing a Passion for the Business,
successful Candidate will be a Team Player, Self-Motivated and Leader with High-Energy, Type A but not
overbearing character. Strong PR Skills and Professional Demeanor, able to function with Mid-
Management to Senior Level Executive.
EXPERIENCE: Qualified Candidates will hold a bachelor’s degree in Business, Advertising, Marketing, or
Communications, with 3-5 years professional, successful experience in Marketing communications,
Product Management or related fields. Wholesale Distribution experience a plus; specifically in the
Industrial sector (Grainger, Fastenal, McMaster-Carr). Exceptional knowledge in Communication,
Interpersonal Skills, Customer & Market Dynamics Project & Data Management, Computer Savvy in
Microsoft, familiar with Client Company’s Database Programs and the ability to assess Sales & Business
Results. Candidates experienced with Co-Op’s and Wholesale Distributors (i.e. Ace, TrueServ, Orgill)
showing examples of successful experience in Category Management, Product Management, Marketing,
Sales Promotion and Sales Processes a plus.
COMPENSATION: Targeted Base Salary $55,000-$65,000 with possible Bonus, Commensurate with Experience plus a full
Benefits Package including Health, Medical, Dental, Life Insurance, 401k, Paid Holidays and Vacation.
TIMING: Immediately!! Currently Interviewing.
Our Client has Retained us to fill this position. All Candidates will only be processed through Prestige. If you
know of someone qualified for this position, please contact us in confidence, referring to JO# -1827f.
This information is being sent to you because of your position, responsibilities and Industry contacts as a
networking source.
Brenda Schultz * Jim Sammons
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ATTENTION!
Our Firm Currently has a Search Assignment for a:
PRODUCT MARKETING SPECIALIST
JO# 1827f