Marketing Specialist Job at Adams Group in Sacramento
Adams Group, Sacramento, CA, United States
Marketing Specialist
Adams Group is a fifth-generation, family-owned specialty food company built on over 110 years of a simple but powerful belief: good food starts with good people. Founded on the principle of doing the right thing, we've grown to become the most trusted provider of high-quality specialty grains, oils, and seedsdelivering quality ingredients from seed to shelf. Rooted in trusted farmer partnerships and vertically integrated operations, we combine agricultural expertise with intentional innovation to deliver specialty at scale. Our commitment to quality, sustainability, and integrity isn't just what we doit's who we are. While we stay true to our values, our success across five generations comes from our entrepreneurial spirit and ability to adapt to the needs of a changing food landscape. Embodying the spirit of California, we push boundaries, pioneer new standards, and create better-for-all alternatives that nourish people from infancy to adulthood. At Adams Group, we offer more than careers; we offer the opportunity to be part of something meaningful. Whether you're producing high-quality ingredients, supporting sustainable practices, or building trusted relationships across our global network, your work helps nourish lives and communities across generations. We care deeply for our people, build strong relationships with our partners, deliver consistently for our customers, and enrich the communities we serve. Together, we're elevating industry standards and making a lasting impact on the world. Come be part of a legacy where good starts with you. At Adams Group, you don't just have a careeryou have a legacy. At Adams Group, we live by five core values that guide everything we do: Quality in all we do Doing the right thing Building relationships for shared success Adapting to change Leaving the world better than we found it Position Summary: We're looking for a detail-obsessed, proactive Marketing Specialist with 37 years of experience to support the Marketing and Sales teams across events logistics, sample coordination, creative content, and branded merchandise. This role is the connective tissue behind some of our most important brand touchpointskeeping things running smoothly so the bigger moments can shine. You'll work closely with both the Adams Group and Marianne's teams, wearing multiple hats in a fast-moving environment where no two weeks look the same. If you're someone who loves a good checklist as much as a good creative brief, you'll thrive here. This is a rare opportunity to work across two compelling brands at a pivotal moment in their growtha century-old ingredient company entering a new era, and a values-driven retail brand just beginning to build its presence. You won't be buried in a marketing department. You'll be close to the action, contributing to real outcomes, and growing alongside a team that genuinely cares about what it builds. Key Responsibilities: Support event logistics for trade shows, media events, and brand activations including shipping, vendor coordination, and on-site materials Manage sample and product shipments for marketing and sales initiatives, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery Maintain event calendar and bi-weekly meeting agendas Support setup and execution at key trade shows and brand events (seasonal travel required) Lead execution including setup, logistics, staffing coordination, and strike of Expo West Branded Merchandise & Procurement: Manage the ordering, tracking, and inventory of branded promotional items for events, trade shows, and sales support Source and vet vendors, coordinate proofs and approvals, and ensure timely delivery within budget Maintain an organized system for promo inventory and fulfillment requests Creative Content Support: Support with development of marketing materials including mailers and event collateral Write and compile Creative Briefs for internal and external creative projects, ensuring objectives, audience, messaging, and deliverables are clearly defined before work begins Maintain organized asset libraries Sales & Administrative Support: Fulfill sample requests and coordinate product shipments for the sales team Maintain the Marketing Dashboard, tracking key metrics Support the broader team on ad hoc marketing projects as needs arise Required Qualifications: Education and Experience: Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Business Administration, or a related field or equivalent experience. 37 years of experience in marketing, event coordination, or a similar roleCPG or food/beverage preferred. Hands-on experience with event logistics, trade show support, or experiential marketing. Experience managing branded merchandise programs or vendor relationships. Skills and Competencies: Strong copywriting skills with the ability to adapt tone for different audiences and channels. Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detailyou catch things others miss. Comfortable juggling multiple projects with shifting priorities in a fast-paced environment. Proactive, resourceful, and able to work independently without heavy oversight. Willingness to travel seasonally for trade shows, regional events, and key brand moments. Must be authorized to work in United States. Working Conditions: Willingness to travel seasonally for trade shows, regional events, and media gatherings. Hybrid, with 3 days/week in our Natomas, CA (Sacramento) Office.
Adams Group is a fifth-generation, family-owned specialty food company built on over 110 years of a simple but powerful belief: good food starts with good people. Founded on the principle of doing the right thing, we've grown to become the most trusted provider of high-quality specialty grains, oils, and seedsdelivering quality ingredients from seed to shelf. Rooted in trusted farmer partnerships and vertically integrated operations, we combine agricultural expertise with intentional innovation to deliver specialty at scale. Our commitment to quality, sustainability, and integrity isn't just what we doit's who we are. While we stay true to our values, our success across five generations comes from our entrepreneurial spirit and ability to adapt to the needs of a changing food landscape. Embodying the spirit of California, we push boundaries, pioneer new standards, and create better-for-all alternatives that nourish people from infancy to adulthood. At Adams Group, we offer more than careers; we offer the opportunity to be part of something meaningful. Whether you're producing high-quality ingredients, supporting sustainable practices, or building trusted relationships across our global network, your work helps nourish lives and communities across generations. We care deeply for our people, build strong relationships with our partners, deliver consistently for our customers, and enrich the communities we serve. Together, we're elevating industry standards and making a lasting impact on the world. Come be part of a legacy where good starts with you. At Adams Group, you don't just have a careeryou have a legacy. At Adams Group, we live by five core values that guide everything we do: Quality in all we do Doing the right thing Building relationships for shared success Adapting to change Leaving the world better than we found it Position Summary: We're looking for a detail-obsessed, proactive Marketing Specialist with 37 years of experience to support the Marketing and Sales teams across events logistics, sample coordination, creative content, and branded merchandise. This role is the connective tissue behind some of our most important brand touchpointskeeping things running smoothly so the bigger moments can shine. You'll work closely with both the Adams Group and Marianne's teams, wearing multiple hats in a fast-moving environment where no two weeks look the same. If you're someone who loves a good checklist as much as a good creative brief, you'll thrive here. This is a rare opportunity to work across two compelling brands at a pivotal moment in their growtha century-old ingredient company entering a new era, and a values-driven retail brand just beginning to build its presence. You won't be buried in a marketing department. You'll be close to the action, contributing to real outcomes, and growing alongside a team that genuinely cares about what it builds. Key Responsibilities: Support event logistics for trade shows, media events, and brand activations including shipping, vendor coordination, and on-site materials Manage sample and product shipments for marketing and sales initiatives, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery Maintain event calendar and bi-weekly meeting agendas Support setup and execution at key trade shows and brand events (seasonal travel required) Lead execution including setup, logistics, staffing coordination, and strike of Expo West Branded Merchandise & Procurement: Manage the ordering, tracking, and inventory of branded promotional items for events, trade shows, and sales support Source and vet vendors, coordinate proofs and approvals, and ensure timely delivery within budget Maintain an organized system for promo inventory and fulfillment requests Creative Content Support: Support with development of marketing materials including mailers and event collateral Write and compile Creative Briefs for internal and external creative projects, ensuring objectives, audience, messaging, and deliverables are clearly defined before work begins Maintain organized asset libraries Sales & Administrative Support: Fulfill sample requests and coordinate product shipments for the sales team Maintain the Marketing Dashboard, tracking key metrics Support the broader team on ad hoc marketing projects as needs arise Required Qualifications: Education and Experience: Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Business Administration, or a related field or equivalent experience. 37 years of experience in marketing, event coordination, or a similar roleCPG or food/beverage preferred. Hands-on experience with event logistics, trade show support, or experiential marketing. Experience managing branded merchandise programs or vendor relationships. Skills and Competencies: Strong copywriting skills with the ability to adapt tone for different audiences and channels. Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detailyou catch things others miss. Comfortable juggling multiple projects with shifting priorities in a fast-paced environment. Proactive, resourceful, and able to work independently without heavy oversight. Willingness to travel seasonally for trade shows, regional events, and key brand moments. Must be authorized to work in United States. Working Conditions: Willingness to travel seasonally for trade shows, regional events, and media gatherings. Hybrid, with 3 days/week in our Natomas, CA (Sacramento) Office.