Sales Development Marketing Manager

Job Description
ABOUT THE ROLE AND OUR TEAM:
Here at The Knot Worldwide, we believe in doing work that matters. Our leading family of brands (The Knot, WeddingWire, Bodas, Hitched, The Bash, The Bump, and more) inspire, inform, and celebrate our communities as they move through life's milestones. Our couples and business partners depend on us. They're all in. So are we.
The Knot Worldwide seeks a motivated, enthusiastic team player to join our marketing team as a Manager, Sales Development Marketing. In this role, you'll work with the Global Media Solutions team across our wedding and baby brands to build better solutions.
RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Own the creative development process and respond to incoming RFP's. Must be able to tackle projects independently with a solutions-oriented mindset
• Create integrated marketing programs that include custom content, digital media, events, product/ad tech innovation, social, research and/or print while working closely with the sales team
• Utilize storytelling and strong visuals to bring creative concepts to life within proactive proposals and RFP responses
• Communication: Interface with internal teams including editorial, creative solutions, PR and product when building out custom opportunities
• Ability to communicate and work closely with graphic designer for mock ups and visuals needed within presentations
• Excellent time-management and organization: work in a fast-paced environment while juggling multiple priorities
• Oversee execution of sold programs into post-sale workflow; "Quarterback" process (liaise with Creative Solutions and Account Management internal departments at all levels) to ensure clear transmission of information to the project team; Maintain team assignments, time allocation, overall status and manage any required adjustments needed; Attend internal and external meetings; Monitor timelines and internal communication through weekly check-ins; Handle live and virtual event activations for clients
• Strong presentation skills: Attend client meetings/calls with sales team to help pitch and present creative solutions
• Oversee key assigned categories (Wedding Dresses, Apparel, Home Goods, Appliances, Pharma, Health & Wellness, and other as assigned), including working directly with internal teams on strategic retention/renewal and growth opportunities
• Serve as marketing lead on client calls
• Other assignments, projects and categories as needed

SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATES HAVE:

• 3-5 years relevant experience in digital marketing, advertising or other related field
• Clear & compelling creative/marketing writing and presentation skills
• Excellent time-management, organization and multi-tasking skills-able to manage all assigned projects and meet deadlines
• Obsessed with everything digital...from Facebook and Instagram to iPhone apps and YouTube, TikTok, etc.
• Creative and proactive in suggesting new marketing materials & programs
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams including editorial, creative solutions, account management, revenue operations, product, PR, etc.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
• Solid knowledge of research metrics
• Bachelor's degree preferred
• Experience producing client facing materials and proposals, specifically responding to RFP's
• Must be a strong writer
• Proficiency with Excel, Word and PowerPoint
• Strong references required

About Us
At The Knot Worldwide, we believe you are more than a resume and invite you to go for it, take the leap of faith, and apply for this job if it sparks your passion to join TKWW and make a difference!
WHAT WE LOVE ABOUT YOU:

• You Dream Big. You iterate and experiment to drive innovation.
• You Love Our Users. You keep our global community at the center of everything you do.
• You Do the Right Thing. You strengthen your team through respect, fairness, and inclusion.
• You Hustle Every Day. You favor urgency and own your outcomes.
• You Win Together. People are at the heart of our success and you play as a team.

WHAT YOU LOVE ABOUT US:
We believe in a wide range of holistic offerings to support our employees so that they can live our values day in and day out. From mental wellbeing, physical health and financial planning, to engaging perks and discounts, we are in the business of celebrating and supporting the Moments that Matter. We offer flexible vacation, generous parental leave and prioritize initiatives that support the growth, development, and happiness of our people.
To facilitate in-person collaboration, we have office spaces in Barcelona, Spain; Boston, MA; Delhi, India; Galway, Ireland; London, England; Madrid, Spain; New York, NY; Omaha, NE; Portland, OR; and Washington, D.C.
We are seeking applicants residing in the Central or Eastern US time zones to facilitate effective communication with the company's headquarters in Chevy Chase, MD.
US Notice: The Knot Worldwide provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, or disability. In addition to federal law requirements, The Knot Worldwide complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. The Knot Worldwide expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.
About the Team
WHAT WE DO MATTERS:
Here at The Knot Worldwide, we believe in doing work that matters. In more than 16 countries around the world, The Knot Worldwide's leading family of brands-including The Knot, WeddingWire, Bodas, The Bash, The Bump, and more-help people take celebration planning from inspiration to action. When you join our global team, you'll be a part of a diverse group of individuals passionate about serving and enabling our communities to celebrate the moments that make us.