Location: CHARLOTTE, NC Salary: Other Forms of Compensation: At over 300 college & universities around the country, Chartwells Higher Education is re-inventing the on-campus dining experience. We are challenging the norm and setting new standards by investing in high-tech, food-infused social spaces that bring people together to promote meaningful relationships and interactions. We are food-forward difference makers, bound together by a desire to feed hungry minds and prepare students for success. We are seeking hungry, humble and smart associates who are looking to join and grow with a diverse organization. We invite you to start your career journey with us and look forward to hearing from you. Job Summary Are you a strategic thinker, creative, innovative, and outside-the-box Marketing professional? Do you get excited about the opportunity to impact student's lives in a college/university setting? Are you ready to take the next big step in your career? Look no further! We have a fantastic opportunity for a District Marketing Manager with Chartwells Higher Ed in Charlotte, NC! You will be in the center of engagement on marketing to our Generation Z guests and actively engaging clients, faculty and staff. This role will be integral in creating impactful social media campaigns, leveraging insights to determine the best methods to drive guest satisfaction, assessing opportunities for new points of service and where to deploy innovation. This position must be based in the greater Charlotte, NC Area. 90% of role is in NC. Driving travel is required, with an average of 1 overnight stay each week. Ability to office from home 1-2 days/week. Key Responsibilities: + Curator of dynamic student experiences that are designed to drive guest satisfaction, elevate engagement, and foster loyalty. + Develops and manages annual marketing plans for campus dining operations to include a roadmap for revenue growth through meal plan sales growth, retail sales growth, and catering growth. Facilitate measurement and impact of initiatives. + Supervises activities of and directs all dining marketing efforts on campus + Architect or dining’s unique storytelling approach to the campus community and national industry + Works in cooperation with the university community to enhance campus partnerships, support sustainability awareness, programming for nutritional and dietary awareness. + Creates and distributes impactful collateral for communicating the success of the dining experience + Ensures units adhere to Chartwells residential, retail, and catering brand standards, including brand identity, visual merchandising, and guest experience platforms + Develops marketing collateral and communications copy, including brochures, newsletters, programming announcements, promotional guides and guest feedback systems + Guides units in the execution of marketing promotions, voluntary meal plan campaigns, catering and retail sales drivers + Creates trends forecast, guest feedback analysis and insights studies designed to drive guest satisfaction and elevate the dining experience. + Coordinates and plans programming and events and lead a diverse committee of university and Chartwells participants. Preferred Qualifications: + BS degree in Marketing preferred + Minimum of four years marketing experience with Higher Ed experience preferred + Ability to present to large groups + Knowledge of merchandising and promotions + Proficient communication skills and public relations experience + Experience managing and team Apply to Chartwells Higher Education today! Chartwells Higher Education is a member of Compass Group USA Click here to Learn More about the Compass Story (http://www.compass-usa.com/our-story/) Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law. Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis. Chartwells Higher Ed maintains a drug-free workplace. Associates at Chartwells Higher Ed are offered many fantastic benefits. + Medical + Dental + Vision + Life Insurance/ AD + Disability Insurance + Retirement Plan + Paid Time Off + Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state) + Associate Shopping Program + Health and Wellness Programs + Discount Marketplace + Identity Theft Protection + Pet Insurance + Commuter Benefits + Employee Assistance Program + Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here (https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023\_WageTransparency\_ChartwellsHED.pdf) for paid time off benefits information Req ID: 1370795 Chartwells Higher Education SHARON MCNEELEY [[req_classification]]