Marketing Director

Westlake offers you the potential to enrich your work life and career experience in an entrepreneurial environment. We work together to enhance peoples' lives through our products and presence in the communities in which we operate.
Position Summary:
Responsible for leading, managing and driving Marketing, Product Branding, Product Messaging for all of the Roofing Brands. In all this represents over

$550MM

in annual revenue. This position also will support all of the Roofing Solutions categories with market research and market analysis.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
Specialist – Marketing (1)
Duties and Responsibilities:
(in order of importance)
Work with Associate Director, Marketing and Product Management to set product and marketing strategy for Roofing Segment of the Westlake Royal Building Products Product Portfolio
Own Product Brand planning, product brand messaging; the voice for each brand
Own Marketing plan for each product brand including where and how it will be promoted in Digital, Print and Social media marketing
Work with Product Management team to develop a product plan, including capturing the voice of the customer (channel and end-users), defining the strategic direction of the product(s) and then implementing that vision
Provide effective and timely communications to internal and external customers
Ensure annual sales and profit targets are met/or exceeded
Working with Product Management, Manage all pre-product launch activities including photography and message planning
Work with Digital Marketing team to execute Marketing plan
Work with Marketing Programs team to execute downstream marketing plans including AIA classes, contractor programs, loyalty program, etc.
Manage the Samples and Literature program along with the Marketing Specialist
Key gatherer of market intelligence, competitive intelligence, competitive news and other market indicators – and then share that information widely to the organization
Represent product at industry trade shows, customer events, internal and external training
Participate in annual budget creation and manage budget forecasts, spends, variances for projects or activities related to assigned product lines
Experience and Skills:
Self-starter with a minimum of 10-15 years of marketing, sales or related experience – Experience in WorkFront + Stage/Gate process a plus
Proven track record of success thriving in an energetic, fast paced work environment
Previous experience with high end products required; building materials experience desired, but not required
Must be able to work independently but also hold self and others accountable to create results through disciplined execution, particularly in a team environment
Effective project management skills, solid understanding of marketing principles
Demonstrated strong communication skills with high problem-solving skills
Education and Certifications:
BS/BA Degree in business or communications, will consider past experience in lieu of a degree
Travel:
Up to 25%
Location:
Preferred- Florida
Technology:
Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office, sales reporting tools, and web-based applications required
Working knowledge of graphics software – Adobe Creative Suite, etc. a plus
Physical/Mental Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, talk or hear and is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision (must be able to see and distinguish colors), peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US markets. The base pay range for this position is $118,000 to $154,000. This range is based on relevant market data in our lowest and highest geographic markets. Pay is based on several factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, experience and skillset. Westlake is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, sign on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package (also to include a full range of medical and other benefits).
Westlake

is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristics protected by applicable legislation.
If you are an active Westlake employee (or an employee of any Westlake affiliates), please do not apply here. You will apply via the Jobs Hub application in Workday.
About Us

Westlake is a global manufacturer and supplier of materials and innovative products that enhance life every day. Headquartered in Houston, with operations in Asia, Europe and North America, we provide the building blocks for vital solutions — from housing and construction, to packaging and healthcare, to automotive and consumer. For more information, visit the company's web site at www.westlake.com .

Westlake (NYSE: WLK) is a global diversified industrial company that manufactures and supplies essential products that enhance the daily lives of people around the globe. Our products, now under a One Westlake brand, supply the necessary building blocks for everyday products across housing and infrastructure, packaging and healthcare, and automotive and consumer goods. Consumers gain the benefits of materials Westlake produces in products such as food packaging, medical devices, soaps and detergents, car interiors, fashion, toys, shoes, furniture, electronics, siding, stone veneer, windows, outdoor living, roofing, and pipe & fittings. Westlake is proud to contribute to driving a sustainable future through the creation of essential products that are Enhancing Your Life Every Day.

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