Marketing Coordinator

Job Title: Marketing Coordinator – Clintons / Cardzone
Location: Newark, Nottinghamshire, NG22 8LS (Hybrid could be considered)
Job Type: Full-Time, permanent Monday-Friday

Salary £24,000

About us

Cardzone is a family-owned business established in 2005, with a strong presence across the UK through our diverse portfolio of brands, including Cardzone, Mooch, Paper Kisses, Hallmark, Yankee Candle, and Card Centre. In 2024, we are thrilled to have acquired Clintons, a beloved retailer with a rich history in greetings cards and celebratory products. This exciting acquisition marks a significant milestone for Cardzone, as we continue to expand our reach and offer customers an even broader range of high-quality products and services.

We’re looking for a passionate and proactive Marketing Coordinator to join our team. As a Marketing Coordinator at Clintons, you’ll have the opportunity to learn and grow across a variety of marketing functions, including point of sale print management, social media, and CRM.

Role Overview:

We are seeking a highly motivated Marketing Coordinator to provide general support across all marketing functions, with a particular focus on point of sale (POS) print management. This role is perfect for someone who is eager to learn, has a can-do attitude, and is excited to contribute to various aspects of marketing. This role is designed to be an early step in your Marketing career; providing you with a breadth of experience across a well-loved consumer brand whilst also allowing you to make the role your own.

Key Responsibilities:

• Point of Sale Print Management: Assist in the creation and coordination of point of sale materials, ensuring timely delivery and consistent brand messaging across in-store displays.
• Social Media Support: Provide assistance in scheduling and managing social media content across platforms, ensuring alignment with marketing strategies and brand guidelines.
• CRM Support: Help with the development, execution, and analysis of customer relationship management campaigns, including email marketing and customer segmentation.
• Campaign Support: Assist in the execution of marketing campaigns across multiple channels, ensuring all activities are on track and deadlines are met.
• Content Creation: Help with creating engaging content for marketing materials, including digital and print, to promote products and services effectively.
• Data & Reporting: Assist in tracking and reporting on the effectiveness of marketing campaigns and activities, including social media performance, CRM engagement, and POS initiatives.
• Collaboration: Work closely with the wider marketing team and other departments to ensure smooth and efficient execution of marketing strategies.

What We’re Looking For:

• Can-Do Attitude: A self-starter who is proactive, adaptable, and willing to take initiative.
• Eagerness to Learn: A passion for marketing with a strong desire to grow and develop within the role.
• Attention to Detail: Strong organisational skills and a keen eye for detail, especially when it comes to print materials and campaign execution.
• Team Player: Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams while managing multiple tasks and priorities.
• Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Ideal candidate

• A passion for marketing and creativity, with a keen interest in retail and customer engagement.
• Experience in point of sale, print management, social media, and/or CRM is a bonus but not required.
• Ability to work independently, take initiative, and handle a variety of tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Positive, flexible, and enthusiastic attitude with a strong desire to contribute to a growing brand.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business, or a related field is preferred
• Familiarity with marketing tools and platforms such as Google Analytics, social media management tools, and CRM systems is a bonus

Join us in shaping the future of one of the UK’s most beloved card and gift retailers. If you are passionate about retail, brand development, and the power of marketing to drive growth, we’d love to hear from you!