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Marketing Manager (In-House)

Acegrease, Springfield, IL, USA

Pay: $65,000-$80,000/yr

Job type: Full Time


Family owned and operated for over 31 years
Company Overview
Ace Grease Service, Inc. is a family-owned business with over 33 years of experience in collecting and recycling used cooking oil and grease trap waste. We operate across nine states, providing environmentally responsible services to restaurants, hotels, hospitals, and large food manufacturing facilities, transforming raw materials into valuable products like biodiesel, plastics and soaps.

The Role
This is a high-impact role responsible for owning marketing performance internally while managing our external agency and strengthening our presence in the communities and industries we serve. You will ensure marketing efforts translate into measurable growth, stronger local relationships, and increased brand visibility across our territory.

Key Responsibilities
Agency Management & Performance Oversight

Serve as the primary liaison with our marketing agency

Translate business goals into actionable marketing initiatives

Monitor campaign performance and hold partners accountable to KPIs

Manage marketing budget and evaluate ROI

Ensure marketing efforts align with operational capacity and growth targets

Local Sponsorships & Community Engagement

Identify and evaluate sponsorship opportunities in:

Local restaurant associations

Hospitality and foodservice trade groups

Community and charity events

Industry conferences and networking events

Ensure sponsorships align with strategic customer segments

Coordinate event logistics, booth presence, and materials

Track ROI and lead generation from events

Strengthen brand reputation as a community-focused, responsible service provider

Work closely with sales to improve lead quality and conversion

Develop marketing materials to support outbound and retention efforts

Capture customer testimonials and case studies

Translate field insights into improved messaging

Brand & Market Presence

Strengthen visibility in our service area

Oversee print materials, fleet branding consistency, and on-site messaging

Support social media presence tied to real operational stories

Maintain consistent brand positioning across all touchpoints

Reporting & Infrastructure

Track cost per lead, cost per acquisition, and pipeline impact

Improve CRM alignment between marketing and sales

Standardize messaging and positioning across departments

What We’re Looking For

3-5 years of marketing experience (B2B preferred)

Experience managing agencies and vendors

Experience coordinating trade shows, sponsorships, or industry events

Strong understanding of marketing ROI and performance tracking

Ability to work cross-functionally in a growing, hands-on environment

Highly organized with strong project management skills

Bonus if you have experience in:

Environmental or facility services

Marketing to restaurants, hospitality, healthcare, or institutional kitchens

Route-based or territory-driven businesses

What Success Looks Like

Clear performance reporting tied to revenue

Agency fully aligned and accountable

Strategic sponsorships generating visibility and leads

Improved collaboration between marketing, sales, and operations

Salary: $65,000-$80,000 (DOE) + Quarterly Performance Based Bonuses

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