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Marketing Operations Coordinator

Rittal LLC, Schaumburg, IL, United States


Position Summary
We are seeking a highly organized, detail-oriented

Marketing Operations Coordinator

to support a dynamic regional marketing team of 20 professionals across field & segment marketing, digital marketing, events, public relations, lead generation and sales enablement. This role is ideal for a recent graduate or early‑career professional who thrives in a fast‑paced environment and wants broad, hands‑on exposure across all facets of B2B marketing. The Marketing Coordinator will play a critical role in ensuring operational excellence, managing administrative processes, coordinating cross‑functional activities, and supporting campaign execution across multiple channels. This position is best suited for someone who brings a

generalist mindset , treats every task with ownership, and is motivated by accuracy, efficiency, and team success.

Key Responsibilities
Marketing Operations & Administration

Generate purchase orders, assist in vendor onboarding, and track invoices

Assist marketing leadership in budget reconciliation (spend vs plan) across marketing programs

Support marketing leadership in vendor procurement processes and ensure compliance with internal financial policies

Support day‑to‑day coordination of marketing projects in Jira, helping manage timelines and deliverables across different teams to ensure projects stay on track

Event & Field Marketing Coordination

Coordinate logistics for trade shows, customer events, and internal meetings (registration, shipping, materials, vendor coordination)

Assist field marketing managers with execution of regional campaigns and events

Track event performance metrics and assist with post‑event reporting

Digital Marketing & Campaign Coordination

Support digital campaign execution including email marketing, paid media coordination, and campaign tracking

Assist with website updates, content uploads, and marketing automation tasks

Coordinate timelines and deliverables across internal teams and external agencies

Public Relations & Advertising Coordination

Assist with PR and trade publication advertising activities including press release coordination, media tracking, and reporting

Maintain editorial calendars and support content distribution efforts

Sales Enablement & Lead Management Operations

Support lead generation programs and ensure proper tracking and routing of leads

Assist with CRM data hygiene and reporting

Company Store Coordination

Manage company store operations including inventory, ordering, and fulfillment coordination

Ensure brand consistency across marketing materials and merchandise

Qualifications
Education

Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Finance, Business, or a related field

Dual focus or coursework in Marketing Operations and Finance strongly preferred

Experience

0–2 years of experience in marketing, business operations, or administrative coordination

Internship experience in B2B marketing, events, or corporate environments is a plus

Skills & Competencies

Strong organizational and time‑management skills with exceptional attention to detail

Financial acumen—comfortable working with budgets, POs, and spreadsheets

Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)

Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word); familiarity with CRM and marketing automation tools is a plus

Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment

Problem‑solving mindset with a focus on accuracy and execution

Personal Attributes

Team player who thrives in a collaborative, high‑performance environment

Strong work ethic with a commitment to getting things right the first time

Competitive mindset—motivated by winning as a team and delivering results

Positive, proactive attitude with a willingness to learn and take on new challenges

Operates with a sense of ownership and accountability

Why This Role?
This role offers a unique opportunity to gain

broad, “agency-style” experience within a global B2B organization , working across multiple marketing disciplines. You’ll develop a strong foundation in marketing operations, campaign execution, and cross‑functional collaboration, positioning you for long‑term career growth within marketing or business leadership.

What Success Looks Like

Marketing programs executed seamlessly with strong operational support

Budgets and financial processes managed accurately and efficiently

Events and campaigns delivered on time with high attention to detail

Strong internal reputation as a reliable, proactive, and results‑driven team member

Rittal LLC and Eplan are proud to be an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. EEO, including Disability/Vets.

If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, you may contact the company’s Human Resources Department at (937) 399‑0500. This option is reserved for individuals who require accommodation due to a disability.

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