Advertising Support Specialist in Salt Lake City, Utah at Associated Food Stores, Inc

Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

• We are a long-standing organization dedicated to supporting grocery retailers across the Intermountain West for over 80 years.
• Our company prioritizes our team members, their families, and the communities we serve.
• We proudly partner with local organizations to fundraise, donate, and sponsor various charitable activities and events.

• Comprehensive Benefits: Enjoy a robust benefits package that includes health, dental, vision, life insurance, a 401(k) plan, vacation, sick leave, and exclusive team member perks and grocery discounts.
• Flexible Work Environment: Benefit from a hybrid work schedule that combines in-office collaboration with the flexibility of working from home.
• Tuition Reimbursement: Invest in your education with our tuition reimbursement program.
• Career Advancement: Explore opportunities for professional growth and advancement within the company.
• Daily Pay Option: Access your earned wages more frequently with our daily pay option.

The Advertising Support Specialist is a key member of the Advertising Team, supporting both corporate and independent retail locations throughout the Intermountain West. This role contributes to the creation and execution of weekly advertising campaigns and promotional programs designed to drive customer engagement and sales for our retail partners.

The specialist is responsible for building, reviewing, and maintaining weekly ads and promotional content, ensuring accuracy and consistency across advertising materials. This position serves as a primary resource for retailers by providing training, troubleshooting, customer support, and communication related to advertising programs, promotions, pricing, signage, and tags. Success in this role requires strong attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

· Assist in the creation, editing, and proofing of weekly advertisements and promotional materials.

· Review ad content for accuracy, pricing, promotional compliance, and overall quality before publication.

· Coordinate with internal teams and external vendors involved in the printing, distribution, and delivery of weekly advertising materials.

· Communicate weekly promotional information, advertising updates, and program details to store owners, managers, and retail teams.

· Support the administration of advertising and promotion management systems.

· Serve as a subject matter resource for signage, tags, and promotional merchandising programs.

· Provide responsive customer service and problem resolution for store-related advertising and promotion inquiries.

· Assist with retailer training on advertising programs, processes, and tools.

· Generate and maintain reports related to advertising programs, promotional activity, and retailer participation.

· Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure timely execution of advertising campaigns and promotional initiatives.

· Identify and escalate issues that may impact ad accuracy, store execution, or customer experience.

Preferred Skills and Experience

· Strong attention to detail and proofreading ability.

· Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

· Experience working with advertising, marketing, retail promotions, or merchandising programs.

· Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.

· Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Outlook, and Teams.

· Strong customer service, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

Join us in making a difference in our communities and advancing your career with a company that truly cares!

Associated Food Stores is an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.