OVERVIEW

Established in 1980, Sun & Ski Sports calls an unexpected city home – Houston, Texas! Contrary to popular belief, cowboys love snow. Our journey began with a vision to help more people explore the outdoors. After four decades, with 32 locations across 13 states, we stand as experts in our field, committed to offering a variety of top-quality gear. Whether it's watersports, biking, running, skiing, or snowboarding, our goal remains unchanged: to make everyone an outdoor adventurer. We're dedicated to going the extra mile—26.2 of them, to be exact—to provide you with the right gear and guidance.

We offer top brands, including The North Face, Patagonia, Hoka, On, Cannondale, UGG, Sorel, K2, Salomon, and Yeti, along with expert advice to ensure enjoyable adventures. We’re looking for enthusiastic team members who embody our active lifestyle and prioritize customer service. If you thrive in a dynamic environment focused on enhancing the customer experience, we want to hear from you! We’ve been making outdoor dreams come true with quality merchandise and service. Sun & Ski Sports – Find Yourself Outside.

SUMMARY

Sun & Ski Sports is seeking a highly organized and motivated Marketing Project Manager to join our in-house Marketing Department. The successful candidate will oversee requirements, workflow and resource allocation across multiple projects within the creative services group. Key responsibilities include collaborating with business owners and marketing on creative requests, reviewing and entering requests for the creative team, appropriately assigning tasks, meeting deadlines, and ensuring smooth project progression through various stages. This role involves critical thinking regarding marketing and creative deliverables, managing timelines, tracking progress, and identifying potential bottlenecks. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational and trafficking skills, creativity, and possess the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse teams. 

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Oversee the planning, implementation, and tracking of marketing projects from concept through execution.Work with business stakeholders to develop detailed creative briefs and requests.Develop detailed project plans, outlining tasks, timelines, and resource allocation to achieve marketing objectives.Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including creative, digital, content, and product, to define project scope and deliverables.Manage various types of store signage, including window displays, in-store graphics, promotional banners, and informational signage.Develop and implement traffic management processes to optimize workflow and enhance team productivity.Adopt a customer-centered approach to decisions and actions in all facets of the business that are centered on a customers’ well-being. Monitor project progress, adjusting plans as necessary to ensure timely delivery of marketing initiatives.Keep stakeholders informed about the status of their requests.Facilitate project meetings, providing updates on milestones, budget, and potential risks to stakeholders and senior management.Manage budgets for marketing projects and track expenses accurately.Utilize project management tools to streamline processes and improve team communication.Conduct post-project evaluations to assess outcomes, gather lessons learned, and recommend process improvements.

REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor’s degree in marketing, business administration, or a related field.3+ years of experience in project management within a marketing or advertising environment.Strong understanding of marketing principles, tools, and strategies.Proven ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously in a fast-paced setting.Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.Proficiency in project management software (e.g., Asana, Lytho) and Microsoft 365.Retail store experience is a plus.Detail-oriented with a strong ability to problem-solve and adapt to change.Professional certifications (e.g., PMP, CAPM) are beneficial but not required.

Company Benefits

Available to Full-Time Employees

Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance

Employer Paid Basic Life Insurance

Accident Insurance, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Pet Insurance, ID Theft & Legal 

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Hybrid or work-from-home options 

401 (k) Plan + Company Match 

Employee Purchase Discount