Marketing Assistant

Please note that this is a full-time, in-office position Purpose of the position Buildcorp Direct is the distribution arm of Duraframe Solutions, designed to provide the construction industry with high quality products at unbeatable prices. Our online platform allows us to supply innovative solutions that decrease project expenses, while also increasing job-site efficiency.

We offer a diverse inventory centered around steel framing and interior contracting supplies that suit projects of all sizes. Including connectors, anchors, hangers, clips, brackets, sound isolation products, doors, door frames, tools, and various framing solutions. As the Marketing Assistant for the Buildcorp brand, you will be required to primarily coordinate and execute the company’s marketing activities across several markets.

You will be responsible for assisting in the creation and execution of omnichannel marketing, advertising and communications, including, but not limited to, creation of printed collateral, copy writing, social media, and creation of any other documents or activity related to Marketing. This is an opportunity for a highly organised and enthusiastic Marketing Assistant with a can-do attitude and a willingness to learn. You will be vital player in Buildcorp’s marketing team.

Key Effectiveness Areas and Responsibilities Digital Marketing and Communications: Post content, monitor activity, and increase followers on all social media platforms to promote products and the company to end users. Prepare and write blog articles, case studies for print and online publication.

Collate intelligence and create market and competitor reports. Review and analyze Buildcorp and competitor activities, and prepare reports as requested. Assist in the creation of video content and distribution.

Liaise with the Sales Team and provide marketing support to B2B customers, including the supply of marketing material, publications and product announcements. Ensure the marketing documents folder is up to date and has is an accurate historical record of actioned activities for future reference. Print collateral and promotional material.

Develop marketing collateral (i.e. brochures, price lists, technical data sheets, flyers, internal and external newsletters and display material), including briefing, copywriting, working with graphic designers, proofing, and obtaining approval. Manage the production and distribution of print marketing collateral, promotional material/gratuities and uniform apparel, including arranging quotes, samples, obtaining approval, managing production and delivery. Manage stock levels of print and promotional material, including liaising with Customer Service and Logistics teams to fulfill internal and external stock movements.

Wider Marketing Responsibilities: Attend all meetings relevant to marketing activity and keep meeting minutes. Keep the marketing and project budgets accurate and up to date and ensure that all expenditure is approved by submitting Purchase Orders for approval.

Be a brands champion and ensure global consistency in accordance with brand guidelines and messaging across all channels and countries. Enter Purchase Orders into Netsuite for all marketing purchases. General Organizational Duties:

Liaise with shipping and sales departments as required. Understand and maintain confidentiality relating to all business activities, especially relating to financial details and customer/supplier details. Be accountable for your movements.

Maintain daily attendance logins and submit leave request forms where required. Understand and maintain correct protocols when interacting with other staff, or customers and suppliers. Teamwork and Leadership Responsibilities:

Be prepared to learn. Call out for additional assistance immediately when a question comes up that you are not competent in responding to Be a team player. Work with the Buildcorp team for the good of the whole business Abide by the communication protocol for all Buildcorp team members Demonstrate excellent internal and external customer service.

Respond promptly to email and phone calls Manage time in an effective manner and meet deadlines. Request help if you are becoming overloaded Confidentiality is paramount. Any breach of trust will be regarded seriously and addressed in an appropriate manner by senior management.

Anyone involved in the Buildcorp team is required to sign a confidentiality agreement. Technical Skills A Marketing/Business degree (desired but not essential). Knowledge of marketing practices, including briefing, print production, copy writing and driving leads. Copywriting skills will be advantageous.

Experience managing social media accounts and email marketing. Competent in MS Office Suite. Personal Style An up-beat, positive attitude with a strong drive to learn.

Very organised with excellent project and time management skills. The ability to adapt and problem solve. Builds strong and collaborative relationships with the team, service providers and customers.

Possess resilience, perseverance and people skills to gather information, follow up and get sign off. The ability to multi-task and work under pressure. Follow through - complete tasks and keep records up to date.

Superior attention to detail. Values Aligned to Buildcorp Honest and trustworthy A passion for innovation and excellence Respectful, genuine and helpful Be a brand ambassador and positive influence on company culture Flexibility and agility to adapt quickly to changes Good personal presentation Adopt and continually seek to improve the Buildcorp culture and uphold its mission, vision and values.