Job Description

Job Title: Marketing Manager

Reports to: Manager, Marketing

Department: Operations

Work Model: Full-time, On-site – <20% Travel Required

Schedule: Monday – Friday 8am-5pm

Company & Benefit Information:

At Crystal Group, we do hard things – designing and building rugged tech and tech solutions that provide predictable performance in the world’s most unforgiving environments. As a 100% employee-owned company, here you take extreme ownership of your role and work and invest in your own success and that of your teammates. Together we use a zero limits approach to wow our customers.

Crystal Group offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Medical/dental/vision insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Wellness programs
• Participation in our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• On-Site Gym

Job Summary:

Are you highly organized, detail-oriented, and someone who enjoys coordinating events, managing logistics, and juggling multiple priorities? Are you looking for an opportunity to build your career in marketing?

Crystal Group is looking for a Marketing Manager to join our Marketing & Strategy team! This is an entry-level, hands-on opportunity for someone eager to learn, take ownership of their work, and contribute to a growing, employee-owned organization.

Working alongside experienced marketing teammates, this position supports day-to-day marketing operations and the execution of marketing plans and activities. The role focuses heavily on trade show and event coordination, scheduling, travel logistics, vendor communication, and marketing inventory. Additional responsibilities include supporting lead management, social media, and other marketing initiatives.

The ideal candidate is a strong multitasker who takes initiative, enjoys collaborating with others, and thrives in a fast-paced environment. Whether your background is in marketing, event planning, trade shows, travel coordination, or a related field, this is an opportunity to build your marketing skills, take on new challenges, and grow professionally with a team that believes in investing in one another's success.

Essential Functions

• Coordinate Crystal Group's involvement in trade shows and other industry events, including logistics, scheduling, registrations, travel coordination, vendor communication, and shipping.
• Maintain inventory of branded items, promotional products, marketing literature, and display assets for internal and external use.
• Support the collection and qualification of sales leads, assignment to appropriate sales staff, and coordination of lead reporting and follow-up activities.
• Coordinate association memberships, sponsorships, and related deliverables.
• Assist in planning and executing internal employee events in partnership with People & Culture and leadership.
• Coordinate the employee apparel store and branded merchandise.
• Manage vendor communications, purchase orders, and marketing invoices.
• Support Crystal Group's social media presence, including scheduling and publishing content.
• Assist with website updates, email marketing activities, and development of written and/or graphical content as needed.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Basic knowledge of marketing principles or an interest in developing marketing skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, balance competing priorities, and meet deadlines.
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office suite of tools.
• Strong coordination and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate in a team environment.
• Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Strong initiative, adaptability, and willingness to learn.
• Awareness of research and analysis methodology.
• Awareness of AI tools and their use in a business setting.
• Experience with specialized tools is a bonus (e.g., Salesforce, Google Analytics, GovWin, Adobe Creative Suite, Canva).
• Ability to contribute creative ideas and support the development of marketing content.

Required Qualification

• Must be a US Person (US Citizen, person granted US Permanent Resident Card or any individual who is granted status as a "protected person”)
• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business, or a related field

Preferred Qualification

• Experience with graphic design and/or copywriting
• Project management experience

Working Conditions

Work is primarily performed in an office environment. Occasional exposure to manufacturing floor and testing environments. May require lifting to 40 lbs, standing for extended periods during product testing, and occasional travel (up to 10%).

EEO Statement

Crystal Group, Inc, maintains a program of equal employment opportunity designed to ensure that employment and advancement opportunities are made available to all employees and applicants on the basis of individual qualifications and without regard to race, religion, color, creed, national origin, disability, age, sex, genetic information, military status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Offer Contingency

All job offers are contingent on the applicant successfully completing the background check and drug screen.

**This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and to assign other responsibilities as necessary. Employment with Crystal Group remains at-will.

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