Marketing Assistant

Undercover Chocolate Co.

Full-time

East Hanover, NJ, US

$60k - $70k

About the job

Marketing / Executive Assistant

About Undercover Snacks

Undercover Snacks is a better-for-you, mission-driven snack company manufacturing out of our company-owned facility in East Hanover, NJ. Our products are sold in over 25,000 stores nationwide, and our Chocolate Quinoa Crisps are proudly served as a complimentary snack on United Airlines.

While we’ve grown exponentially in recent years, we believe we’re just getting started — and we’re looking for someone who’s excited to help support and accelerate the next phase of our growth.

About the Role

We are seeking a highly organized Marketing / Executive Assistant with great communication skills to support our marketing team and CEO. This is a hands-on role, ideal for someone with a “do-whatever-it-takes” startup mindset who thrives in fast-paced environments. You’ll play a critical role in updating, organizing and ordering marketing and office materials, serving as a brand ambassador when needed, assisting the CEO with administrative tasks, creating prototypes, managing sample requests, handling customer service and assisting with social media. This position is perfect for a recent college grad, or someone with a few years of marketing support experience interested in breaking into the world of food CPG. It is full-time, in person and candidates must live within a 40 minute drive of our factory in East Hanover, NJ.

Key Responsibilities

· Oversee and track sample requests.

· Assemble and oversee shipping of influencer kits and samples.

· Coordinate tradeshow, meetings and event logistics, packing, samples and shipping.

· Coordinate travel for executives, sales and marketing teams.

· Manage, organize and order marketing supplies and materials.

· Manage, respond to and track customer service emails.

· Act as a brand ambassador for regional events.

· Some travel to attend trade shows and other events when needed.

· Assist in creating packaging and product prototypes.

· Assist in managing and updating internet, ecommerce, and website product listings

· Support internal process organization (organize image libraries, forms, trackers, folders, systems)

· Handle special projects in support of the CEO, sales, and marketing teams.

· Manage event paperwork.

· Assist the social media director with filming and content when needed.

· Occasional errands to support CEO, Sales and Marketing teams.

Skills & Attributes

  • Exceptionally organized, reliable, and detail-oriented self-starter who is able to get things done with minimal direction.
  • Strong ability to prioritize and manage multiple responsibilities.
  • Resourceful and proactive — comfortable wearing many hats as the business evolves.
  • Willing to roll up your sleeves and do whatever it takes to move things forward.
  • Enjoys working in fast paced, startup environment with lots of quick pivots and fast learning required as the business grows.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Positive, upbeat, enthusiastic team-oriented attitude.

Qualifications

  • Proficiency in Excel, Google Sheets, Outlook and PowerPoint
  • Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field preferred
  • Nimble, adaptable, and comfortable with change in a high-growth environment
  • Comfortable navigating and mastering various online portals, and learning the backend of our website.
  • Genuine interest in marketing and joining a CPG food company.

What We Offer

  • Competitive salary and paid time off
  • Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k)
  • Casual, friendly, fast-paced startup environment
  • Opportunity to work closely with leadership, have a real impact on company growth and gain insight into what it takes to launch and run an international better-for-you snack brand.
  • Endless quantities of delicious, better-for-you chocolate snacks.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $60,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee discount
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Parental leave
  • Vision insurance

Work Location: In person