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Director of Marketing

Director of Marketing

CompanyWolverine Building Group
LocationGrand Rapids, MI, USA
Salary$Not Provided – $Not Provided
TypeFull-Time
DegreesBachelor’s
Experience LevelSenior, Expert or higher

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree specializing in business, marketing or related discipline required.
  • A minimum of 7 years’ experience in Marketing & Communications with a focus on B2B marketing, preferably in the construction or related industries.
  • Strong knowledge of digital marketing tools and technologies (CRM, email marketing platforms, SEO/SEM, content management systems, and analytics tools).
  • Experience using marketing automation, CRM tools (Salesforce), and performance marketing technologies.
  • Understanding of analytics tools like Google Analytics, HubSpot, or similar platforms to track campaign performance and KPIs.
  • Experience with employer branding initiatives and building a strong company culture.
  • Exceptional written, verbal, and presentation skills with the ability to communicate complex ideas clearly to different stakeholders.
  • Strong leadership and team management capabilities, with a focus on coaching, mentoring, and driving results.
  • Experience with budgeting processes.

Responsibilities

  • Develops and executes a comprehensive, forward-thinking marketing and communication strategy that positions WBG as a leader in the General Contracting, Design-Build, and Skilled Trades sectors.
  • Owns and articulates the ‘story’ of WBG, maintaining consistency and authenticity across all marketing materials and platforms.
  • Increases WBG’s brand awareness and influence through innovative and creative marketing campaigns.
  • Works collaboratively with Sales and Market Segment Leaders to prioritize and target accounts, focusing on lead generation and conversion.
  • Drives sales enablement initiatives to support and enhance WBG’s sales team’s ability to generate revenue.
  • Utilizes CRM to track account engagement, optimize campaigns, and deliver tailored marketing experiences that resonate with target accounts.
  • Plans, executes, and optimizes multi-channel marketing campaigns, including email marketing, digital advertising, direct mail, content marketing, and event planning.
  • Monitors campaign performance metrics, ensuring alignment with Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and overall business objectives.
  • Generates insights from campaign data, adjusting strategies and tactics to improve effectiveness and ROI.
  • Partners with the Director of Human Resources to lead internal marketing initiatives and employee engagement efforts, ensuring a culture of pride, productivity, and alignment with WBG’s corporate mission and values.
  • Partners with the Director of HR to craft an authentic employer brand that highlights WBG’s unique culture and commitment to employee development.
  • Engages with community stakeholders to drive awareness, build partnerships, and contribute to the company’s reputation and impact within local markets.
  • Develops and nurtures relationships with external organizations, trade groups, and local businesses to increase brand awareness, expand market reach, and create valuable opportunities for collaboration.
  • Oversees and manages the marketing team budget, ensuring effective allocation of resources to drive key initiatives while optimizing costs and maximizing ROI.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Active participation in local and industry-related community engagement efforts.
  • Creative, innovative, and forward-thinking approach to problem-solving and campaign execution.
  • Strong collaborator, working effectively across teams and departments to drive unified marketing goals.
  • A proactive, results-driven leader who thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
  • Acts ethically and gains the trust and response of others.
  • Demonstrates the ability to work effectively with people of diverse backgrounds and promote a positive working environment.