Could you help deliver a dynamic, integrated marketing strategy for the UK’s leading manufacturer of electric garage doors and physical security products? SWS UK is on the hunt for a passionate Marketing Coordinator who thrives in a B2B environment and is eager to make their mark in a fast-paced, innovative company.

Why SWS UK?

Operating from just outside of Lancaster, SWS UK has been securing homes and businesses for almost 40 years. From high-end houses to high-tech commercial properties, our products are trusted by consumers and companies across the UK. We're passionate about quality, innovation and delivering unparalleled service. Now, we need you to help us share our story.

As part of this hands-on role you’ll help deliver all marketing activities and events for SWS UK and provide front-line marketing support to our nationwide network of distributors. The role covers a full mix of online and offline marketing, primarily with a B2B focus but with some elements of B2C.

Key Responsibilities & Accountabilities

• Supporting the Marketing Manager in the delivery and implementation of the marketing plan.
• Creating and managing digital content including company websites, email campaigns, social media, editorial articles, blogs and case studies.
• Creating and maintaining offline marketing materials including brochures, adverts, sales literature and technical documents.
• Writing clear and concise design briefs and liaising with our external agency to keep projects on time and within budget.
• Basic artwork edits and graphic design updates using existing agency designed artwork as a template.
• Updating and maintaining marketing information databases, relating to customers, potential customers and competitors.
• Marketing support for SWS customers, ensuring customer showrooms are kept up-to-date with display equipment, SWS products and marketing materials.
• Organising customer events, training seminars and trade shows, attending events where required.
• Managing the online system with requests from Sales regarding discounts, images, setting up new accounts and supporting promotions.
• Reporting on performance and ROI across all digital activity (websites, email, social media).
• Coordinating production of standard and bespoke samples requested by either the external or internal customer within the agreed timescales and in a cost-effective manner.
• General marketing administration.

To be successful in this role you’ll have:

• 2+ years in marketing, ideally in a B2B setting. Experience in the manufacturing or industrial sector is a huge plus.
• A degree in Marketing or a related field is preferred but not essential.
• Strong copywriting, content creation and project management skills.
• Proficiency with marketing tools like CRM, email marketing platforms and social media.
• Excellent computer skills with proficient use of Microsoft Office and at least basic level Adobe Creative Suite. 

The Person

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Naturally creative to generate new ideas and marketing content.
• Independent thinker that uses own initiative.
• Organised and efficient with excellent problem-solving skills.
• Great attention to detail.
• A team player who builds strong internal and external relationships.
• You’ll be willing to undertake occasional evening or weekend work and may be required to stay over in hotel accommodation from time to time.

This exciting full time, permanent role offers a competitive salary, pension, mobile phone and discounted gym membership.

If you are interested in applying for this position and joining our team please send a copy of your CV to Email: jobs@swsuk.co.uk or call our friendly team on 01524 772403 before 30^th August 2024.

For more information visit www.sws.co.uk.