Area Marketing Manager

US Foods is a leading foodservice distributor in the United States, providing innovative and comprehensive food solutions to restaurants, healthcare, hospitality, and other foodservice operators across the nation. With a commitment to quality, reliability, and exceptional service, US Foods supports its customers by delivering a wide range of fresh, frozen, and packaged foods, as well as culinary equipment and supplies. As a company deeply rooted in the foodservice industry, US Foods prides itself on fostering strong partnerships with its clients and vendors, ensuring they receive tailored marketing strategies and operational support to drive business growth and success.

The role of Area Marketing Manager at US Foods is a critical leadership position responsible for managing and developing annual marketing plans in alignment with area leadership strategies. This role oversees marketing spend and budgeting across multiple markets, ensuring efficient allocation of resources to maximize return on investment. The Area Marketing Manager plans, develops, coordinates, and executes diverse marketing and sales activities, including culinary events, sales meetings, promotions, and incentives. Acting as the voice of marketing leadership for center-led strategic initiatives such as flyer promotions, product launches, and customer events, the manager provides crucial support and counsel to area leaders to maximize the effectiveness of both local and centrally-driven marketing programs.

This position requires a marketing professional with a strong ability to manage multiple channels and activities that support key business results, including sales growth, profit margins, and account penetration across various platforms such as Scoop and E-Commerce. The Area Marketing Manager is also tasked with assessing local sponsorship and partnership opportunities, assisting in acquiring advertising for local media, and managing the execution and distribution of marketing materials. A key component of the role includes collaborating with cross-functional teams, including sales, merchandising, and leadership, to drive alignment and ensure brand standards are upheld across all markets in the area.

The ideal candidate possesses at least five years of marketing experience, demonstrating expertise in prioritization, time management, and independent decision-making. Proficiency in content management, online marketing systems, and social media applications is highly valued. Additionally, the role demands an advanced internet aptitude and the flexibility to travel overnight up to 20 percent of the time. Education requirements include a four-year college degree in business, marketing, communications, or advertising.

This position is office-based within US Foods, combining strategic planning with hands-on execution of marketing initiatives. The Area Marketing Manager also receives an annual incentive plan bonus and benefits package that includes health insurance, retirement benefits, paid time off, and more, reflecting US Foods' dedication to supporting its employees' professional and personal well-being.