Job Type Full-timeDescriptionFrom creating our products to keeping our facilities operating smoothly, it takes a lot to keep Vortex running. It takes people who can solve problems creatively. It takes hard work and a dedication to the team. It takes a lot because Vortex is a different kind of employer. Here, we reward your devotion to putting others first by making sure you get the benefits and support you need to excel in your work and in your life. We return your commitment by committing ourselves to helping you advance in your career while getting the time with your friends and family you deserve. Vortex is seeking a passionate and experienced Creative Resource Coordinator to manage all creative resources and execute against the Marketing Operations roadmap. This role works to support cross-functional teams in managing, planning, scheduling, and allocating creative resources to projects.What You'll Be Doing
- Allocate and manage creative resources to all projects.
- Daily evaluation of creative resources throughout the project planning process and holding responsible parties accountable to complete work on time and accurately.
- Track the performance of individuals and teams and share reporting with creative stakeholders.
- Assist in managing relationships with cross functional teams.
- Assist with project intake process and assignment within project management software (Workfront).
- Intake internal job requests, review for completeness, prioritize, and distribute tasks to design staff based on requirements of project and available resources.
- Oversee creative department POs and assist with tracking budget where necessary.
- Host weekly check-in with key stakeholders to ensure efficient assignment of all projects, identify excessive or underutilization of talent and problem solve any potential resource gap areas.
- Work with project managers to ensure responsible parties have the supplies and resources (i.e. copy, direction, etc.) they need to complete their assigned tasks within defined timelines.
- Assist in meeting project deadlines by working to clear creative roadblocks and manage through unexpected challenges.
- Assist in the delivery, distribution, and close out of projects where needed.
- Identify opportunities to improve systems and methods to help create, communicate, and maintain organizational alignment.
- Work with accountable parties and project managers to stay aligned on upcoming projects during the strategic planning phase.
- Use tools available to forecast creative needs and work with project manager to address any resource bottlenecks.
- Completing additional tasks assigned by the Project manager in an efficient and timely manner.
- Manage numerous resources.
- Manage and solve problems in an unpredictable and fast-paced environment.
- Other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Proven self-starter with strong organizational, time management, and communication skills.
- Knowledge of various resource/project management methodologies and best practices.
- Experience facilitating meetings and work groups.
- Must be comfortable around dogs and firearms.
Preferred Experience and Skills
- Post-secondary degree and 2+ years of relevant experience (or equivalent combination) pertaining to resource management, project coordinating/management, marketing operations, or related areas.
When you join Team Vortex, you'll enjoy:
- Employee Ownership Opportunities
- Great health, dental and vision insurance
- Paid time off (PTO) and holidays
- 401(k), life insurance, identity protection, short- and long-term disability
- Various onsite amenities including a fitness center, a nature preserve with walking trails and dog friendly work areas
- Neighboring daycare facility
- Casual and flexible work environment
- Employee discounts on industry leading products
What's it like to join Team Vortex?From the production floor to the repair room, from consumer sales to new product development, we're a growing team of makers and doers, working together to give our customers an experience they'll never forget. Our employees thrive in situations that require demonstrating our core values:
- About You
- Customer is King
- Willingness to Shovel Snow
- Be the Buffalo
Every Vortex product that leaves our door is covered by our Very Important Promise (VIP) Warranty. The Vortex VIP Warranty simply means, if you ever have a concern, issue or want to order a Vortex product, you will be met with a customer experience that will exceed all expectations! Our promise is unlimited, unconditional and lasts a lifetime. Whether your Vortex role is in Sales, Customer Service, IT, Marketing, Finance, NPD or Operations, every day starts with supporting that promise and PUTTING THE CUSTOMER FIRST!*A cover letter is required when submitting your application.*Must already be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis for any employer.*This is a full-time, onsite position located in Barneveld, WI.