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Content Manager

IDI Distributors Inc., Chanhassen, MN, United States


The

Content Manager

is a strategically pivotal role that owns IDI’s brand voice across all channels and formats. This person defines how IDI communicates, who we speak to, and the emotions and actions we aim to inspire, shaping everything from brand messaging architecture and editorial content to website copy, social media, email marketing, and marketing automation. It is a content leadership role for someone who thinks in narratives and customer journeys, writes with clarity and conviction, and connects content strategy directly to business outcomes. The Content Manager operates at both strategic and hands‑on levels, crafting compelling content while also designing the journeys that convert prospects into customers. As a central driver of brand perception and growth, this role turns marketing direction into execution, bringing ideas, initiative, and a strong point of view to elevate how IDI shows up in the world.

Responsibilities / Duties

Brand Messaging & Content Strategy

Develop and maintain IDI's messaging architecture, the foundational language that defines who we are, who we serve, and why we're different

Build and manage an editorial calendar that keeps content flowing across web, social, email, and offline channels

Own website content including page copy, product messaging, landing pages, and ongoing content updates ensuring the site reflects IDI's voice and supports conversion goals

Ensure a consistent, compelling brand voice everywhere IDI shows up

Partner with marketing leadership on acquisition communications, campaign messaging, and new initiative launches

Social Media

Own IDI's social media presence across all active channels

Develop channel‑specific content strategies that grow audience, build credibility, and support acquisition goals

Manage posting cadence, community engagement, and performance tracking

Coordinate with the graphic design team to bring content to life visually

Own the strategy and messaging layer of IDI's email marketing and HubSpot automation program

Design lifecycle nurture sequences, campaign logic, and automated workflows that move prospects through the funnel

Write and develop email content including subject lines, body copy, CTAs that is optimized for engagement and conversion

Brief the internal HubSpot technical team on builds and QA output before deployment

Event Marketing Support

Develop pre‑ and post‑event messaging strategies

Write booth copy, promotional materials, and event communications in collaboration with the project management lead

Partner with IDI's video contractor on scripting and content strategy

Ensure video assets are aligned to brand messaging and channel distribution goals

Performance Reporting

Monitor and report on performance across owned channels, including content, social, and email

Contribute channel‑level data to the team's consolidated reporting cadence

Use performance insights to continuously improve content strategy and execution

Leads Self

Communicates Effectively & Candidly

Drives for Results

Demonstrates Accountability

Takes Initiative

Collaborates

Qualifications & Skills

Exceptional writer: Clear, compelling, and adaptable across tone and format

Genuinely curious: Deeply understand the business we work in, including customers, operations, competitors, and industry, before writing

A natural problem solver who marries business knowledge with craft, building strategies grounded in how things work, not just what looks good on paper

Self‑directed: Brings ideas and initiative, and treats work with ownership and pride

Collaborative: Works well with designers, technical teams, and senior leadership

Data‑informed: Uses performance data to evaluate what works and adjust accordingly

Experience

4–6+ years of experience in content marketing, brand communications, or a closely related field

Proven track record of developing brand messaging and content strategy

Hands‑on experience managing social media channels with measurable outcomes

Experience designing email marketing campaigns and marketing automation workflows (HubSpot experience strongly preferred)

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes health coverage (medical, dental, vision), a 401(k) with company match, paid time off for vacation and holidays, plus life and disability insurance and an employee assistance program. Details on eligibility and benefits will be discussed during the hiring process.

Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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