Ascend Learning, Inc.
Marketing Coordinator (Finance)
Ascend Learning; LLC (www.ascendlearning.com) is a leading provider of technology-based educational, curriculum and assessment solutions for high-growth careers in a range of industries, including healthcare, fitness and wellness, and insurance and financial services. We provide outcomes-based solutions aimed at helping people enter, sustain and succeed in their chosen fields. Ascend employs more than 1,000 employees, with headquarters in Burlington, Mass., and offices in Kansas City metro, Phoenix metro, Minneapolis-St. Paul, Walnut Creek, California, Ann Arbor, Michigan, New York and the U.K.
Since 1987, the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) has set the standard in certification, continuing education, solutions and tools for health and fitness, sports performance and sports medicine professionals. NASM has pioneered evidence-based health and fitness solutions that optimize physical performance and allow individuals to achieve a variety of fitness activity goals.
The Marketing Coordinator is responsible for assisting with the launch, monitoring and execution of projects assigned by the Marketing Managers as well as key stakeholders across multiple departments. Monitoring the company's workflow and production processes, plus keeping projects moving under pressure and on tight deadlines is the core objective of this position. The ideal candidate for this position has excellent organizational skills and an acute attention to detail. Strong diplomacy is also a must.
The Marketing Coordinator reports directly to the Marketing Intelligence and Systems Manager and together they determine the best, most efficient processes for executing various projects. These decisions are informed by data and intelligence gleaned from past projects and other relevant resources.
Daily responsibilities include:
• Monitor project workflows from ideation through execution and analysis
• Assist with task/project/action item assigning with Wrike + diligent follow-up
• Own full project communication and send high-level summaries from concept/strategy/touchpoint meetings as applicable
• Manage workload across divisions with departments & outside departments as applicable to ensure deadlines are being met
We're looking for someone who is:
• Extremely organized
• Methodical
• Detail-oriented
• Excellent communicator
• Able to provide concise, accurate deadline-driven information.
• They are patient and are excellent at managing stress and pressure.
Qualifications
• 1-2 years' experience in a marketing role or project managing
• Strong organization and prioritization skills
• Ability to work well in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
• Strong understanding of Microsoft Office programs
• Excellent analytical, communication and presentation skills
• Previous experience using Wrike or other project management software is a plus
Ascend Learning, LLC is proud to be an equal opportunity employer (M/F/Vets/Disabled). No agency or search firm submissions will be accepted. Applications for U.S. based positions with Ascend Learning, LLC must be legally authorized to work in the United States and verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.