Marketing Specialist

The Marketing Specialist is responsible for implementing marketing strategies in support of business development objectives. The Marketing Specialsit primarily supports ABS Quality Evaluations, Inc. which is a subsidiary of the ABS Group of Companies, Inc. (www.abs-group.com). 

What You Will Do:

• Assists the Strategic Marketing Manager in the development and/or implementation of corporate strategic marketing and communications plans.
• Maintains awareness of the marketing initiatives, changes in business strategies, and technical capabilities of the organization.
• Participate in business development update meetings, share corporate marketing campaigns and ideas for implementation.
• Aligns portfolio of ABS Quality Evaluations products and services with market needs and drivers.
• Identifies opportunities for expansion of sector-specific marketing campaigns and channel strategies to maximize audience reach and marketing effectiveness. 
• Develops and maintains close relationships with influential industry organizations and institutions to position and create opportunity for ABS Quality Evaluations.
• Stays actively informed on significant business and technical activities across the enterprise.
• Research and build awareness of competitors' market position, business strategy, and competitive advantages.
• Assist in the development, authoring and editing marketing material and other sales enablement to content.

What You Will Need:

Education and Experience

• Typically requires a bachelor's degree in a related discipline.
• Typically requires at least five years of marketing-related experience.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Previous experience in marketing-related positions.
• Good working knowledge of MS Office applications. 
• Strong interpersonal and team skills.
• Must be able to assume a high level of individual responsibility.
• Professional creativity and flexibility are essential. 
• Familiarity with business assurance services or ISO standards is advantageous.
• Needs to be familiar with the ABS Quality Evaluations Health, Safety, Quality & Environmental Management System.

Reporting Relationships:

Reports to a Manager, Director, or Executive level position and has no direct reports. 

About ABS Quality Evaluations:

ABS Quality Evaluations, Inc. (ABS QE) is a subsidiary of ABS Group of Companies, Inc. (www.abs-group.com). As a world-leading certification body, ABS QE works with companies to improve the performance of their business, systems, people and supply chains through management systems certification, verification, training and assessments, including supply chain and cybersecurity. ABS QE's global network of auditors plays a crucial role in helping organizations achieve business excellence and obtain the necessary certifications to get products and services to market.

We set out more than 160 years ago to promote the security of life and property at sea and preserve the natural environment. Today, we remain true to our mission and continue to support organizations facing a rapidly evolving seascape of challenging regulations and new technologies. Through it all, we are anchored by a vision and mission that help our clients find clarity in uncertain times.
ABS is a global leader in marine and offshore classification and other innovative safety, quality, and environmental services. We're at the forefront of supporting the global energy transition at sea, the application of remote and autonomous marine systems, cutting-edge technical solutions, and many more exciting advancements. Our commitment to safety, reliability, and efficiency is ever-present, guiding our clients to safer and more efficient operations.
About Our Benefits
ABS Group proudly offers a variety of industry-leading benefits designed to enhance the life and well-being of our employees and their families. These benefits include, but are not limited to, medical insurance (PPO and HD), dental and vision insurance, Health Savings account (HSA), Flexible Savings Account (FSA), life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, disability leave programs, parental leave program, paid holidays, and paid vacation time. The Company provides an Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) that offers additional support in personal wellness, including work-life services. ABS Group also offers a 401K plan with a generous company match, subject to plan requirements.
Equal Opportunity
The ABS Group of Companies is committed to the equal employment opportunity of its employees and prohibits discrimination against any employee or qualified applicant based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship status or veteran status, or other non-work-related characteristics that may be protected under the law of the Federal Government or specific state employment laws.
Notice
ABS and Affiliated Companies (ABS) will not pay a fee to any third-party agency without a valid ABS Master Service Agreement (MSA) authorized and signed by Human Resources. Any resume, CV, application, or other forms of candidate submission provided to any employee of ABS without a valid MSA on file will be considered property of ABS, and no fee will be paid.
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