Company Description

John M. Ellsworth Co., Inc. (JME), headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, is a leading distributor of high-quality fluid management products. Since 1974, JME has served industries such as petroleum, chemical, agricultural, oil & gas, sanitary, food & beverage, and fire. Renowned for its extensive inventory, competitive pricing, and expert customer service, JME has built a reputation for reliability and trust over 50 years. By staying ahead of industry trends, JME ensures customers receive premium name-brand products promptly and efficiently. The company prides itself on unmatched product knowledge and commitment to customer satisfaction.

Role Description

We are seeking a detail-oriented and creative Marketing Assistant to support our Marketing team with a strong emphasis on social media management and tradeshow planning. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys balancing creative work with logistics, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and is excited to help bring brand initiatives to life across digital and in-person channels.

Key Responsibilities -

Social Media & Digital Marketing

Assist with planning, creating, scheduling, and publishing content across social media platforms (e.g., LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, X, YouTube, and TikTok as applicable)
Support the development of social media campaigns aligned with brand and marketing goals
Monitor social media channels, engage with followers, and flag opportunities for engagement or growth
Track performance metrics and help prepare reports on social media effectiveness
Stay up to date on social media trends, tools, and best practices

Tradeshow & Event Planning

Manage the planning and coordinating of tradeshows, conferences, and marketing events
Support logistics such as booth materials, shipping, signage, promotional items, and vendor coordination
Help manage event timelines, checklists, and budgets
Assist with pre- and post-event marketing activities, including email campaigns and social media promotion
Assist with follow-up organization, and post-event reporting

General Marketing Support

Provide administrative and project support to the marketing manager
Assist with content creation for marketing materials such as presentations, flyers, and email campaigns
Coordinate with internal teams and external partners to ensure consistent branding and messaging
Assist with internal employee event planning in collaboration with HR and party planning committee (e.g., Monthly Lunches, Holiday Party)
Maintain organized records of marketing assets, calendars, and campaigns

Qualifications

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
1–3 years of experience in marketing, social media, or event coordination (internships included)
Familiarity with social media platforms and scheduling/analytics tools
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects at once
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Comfortable working both independently and collaboratively

Preferred Skills

Experience supporting tradeshows or live events
Basic graphic design skills (e.g., Canva, Adobe Creative Suite)
Familiarity with CRM or marketing automation tools
Interest in analytics and performance tracking

This position is on-site in Milwaukee, WI

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