Title:  Marketing Promotions Manager

Job Description

The Marketing Promotions Manager role is a key driver of Supplier Partner growth at IPS Rebates. This strategic position focuses on joint business planning, setting clear objectives, and developing impactful marketing campaigns that increase case volume, enhance School District engagement, and strengthen the value proposition for Distributor partners. The role delivers measurable results and supports long-term business growth.

This role is a critical part of a new IPS Rebates structure and Marketing Team.  This position bridges marketing, sales, analytics, and supply chain to architect and execute supplier campaigns that elevate Supplier brand visibility and demonstrate clear ROI for the IPS K-12 focused program.

Job Responsibilities

 Supplier Joint Business (JBP) Planning
•    Creates a repeatable JBP process for Supplier Partner meetings.
•    Analyzes IPS supplier partnerships and creates annual targets for Joint Business Planning sessions to support Supplier objectives. 
•    Applies insights to map a 12–18-month calendar of supplier promotional activities. 
•    Communicates K-12 and Smart Rewards insights to all Supplier Partners.
•    Develops and administers annual supplier surveys. 
•    Maintains all supplier contact details in Salesforce. 
•    Conducts on-site supplier visits to strengthen relationships, uncover operational insights, and identify joint growth initiatives.

IPS Smart Rewards Capabilities Expert 
•    Serves as the Smart Rewards expert, conveying clear value and business impact to engage supplier participation.
•    Applies JBP insights, supplier website reviews and resources to devise and present plans for Smart Kits & Smart Resources.
•    Recommend Smart Rewards improvements to continually evolve the program for Supplier satisfaction.

Promotion/Campaign Development 
•    Leads the development of K–12-focused supplier campaigns using insights from JBP sessions to drive volume growth.
•    Partners with the Communications & Growth Manager to align target audience messaging and outreach.
•    Activates campaigns across HubSpot, IPS Rebates Smart Rewards, Smart Kits, and social media platforms.
•    Tracks campaign performance and synthesizes results to optimize impact.
•    Assembles and delivers Smart Rewards and campaign results to suppliers and internal stakeholders.

Supply Chain Liaison 
•    Partners with Supply Chain Contract Owners to evaluate new opportunities and deliver compelling IPS program presentations to prospective suppliers.
•    Informs Supply Chain partners of K-12 trends, supplier successes and challenges.
•    Participates in contract meetings for K-12 focused partners.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have the following professional experience and skills:
•    Minimum five (5) years of marketing, communications and/or business planning experience, demonstrating a record of progressively increasing responsibility.
•    Experience in developing customer-focused growth promotions.
•    Experience and demonstrated ability on the use of the following: email marketing software (Pardot or HubSpot) and Salesforce.
•    Demonstrated confidence in presenting and selling promotional growth opportunities to middle and upper management, both remotely and in person. 
•    Above average computer skills, specifically in Microsoft office applications – Teams, MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. 
•    Exceptional oral and written communication skills, with the ability to present effectively and connect with a wide range of stakeholders.
•    Foodservice Industry experience is required; K-12 segment experience is an additional asset.

The ideal candidate will bring a dynamic blend of professionalism, initiative, and adaptability, demonstrating:

•   Exceptional communication skills with the ability to engage diverse audiences effectively.
•   Entrepreneurial mindset and self-motivation, paired with confidence and a proactive approach to achieving results.
•   High energy and accountability, with a strong focus on delivering solutions and driving outcomes.
•   Attention to detail and commitment to excellence in all aspects of work.
•   Outstanding relationship-building and customer service capabilities, fostering trust and collaboration.
•   Creativity and adaptability to thrive in fast-paced, evolving environments.
•   Integrity, strong values, and active listening skills as the foundation for decision-making and teamwork.
•   Resilience and perseverance in managing complex projects to successful completion.
•   Sound judgment and ability to leverage diverse perspectives for informed, strategic decisions.

EDUCATION    
The successful candidate must possess a 4-year college diploma in Marketing or Communications. 

Benefits

Aramark offers comprehensive benefit programs and services for eligible employees including medical, dental, vision, and work/life resources.   Additional benefits may include retirement savings plans like 401(k) and paid days off such as parental leave and disability coverage.  Benefits vary by location and are subject to any legal requirements or limitations, employee eligibility status, and where the employee lives and/or works.  For more information about Aramark benefits, click here Aramark Careers - Benefits & Compensation. 

• Generous PTO, Vacation and 9 paid holidays
• Volunteer days, community partnerships, Employee Assistance Program
• Employee discounts on select services and products
• Your choice of three medical plan tiers, two carriers to choose from
• Adoption Assistance & Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition Funding Sources and Scholarship Programs
• Retirement plan (401K or SIRP for those eligible) with match on annual contributions

COMPENSATION: The hourly rate or salary range for this position is $110,000-$125,000.  If both numbers are the same, that is the amount that Aramark expects to offer.  This is Aramark’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation for this position as of the time of posting.

Aramark Careers - Benefits & Compensation

At Aramark, our goal is to give you a strong financial foundation as well as peace of mind. Learn about our benefits & compensation here.

About Aramark

Our Mission

Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet.

At Aramark, we believe that every employee should enjoy equal employment opportunity and be free to participate in all aspects of the company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by applicable law.

About Aramark

The people of Aramark proudly serve millions of guests every day through food and facilities in 15 countries around the world. Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions, and empower your professional growth. So, no matter what you're pursuing - a new challenge, a sense of belonging, or just a great place to work - our focus is helping you reach your full potential. Learn more about working here at http://www.aramarkcareers.com or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.