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Job ID 141885BR

Category Marketing

Job Type Full Time

Location Bennington, VT

Location name Performance Black River Produce (0569A)

Salary $55,000 - $65,000 annually

Posted April 07, 2026

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Company Description:

Performance Foodservice, PFG's broadline distributor, maintains a unique relationship with a variety of local customers, including independent restaurants and hotels, healthcare facilities, schools, and quick-service eateries. A team of sales reps, chefs, consultants, and other experts builds close relationships with customers - providing advice on improving operations, menu development, product selection, and operational strategies. The Performance team delivers delicious food but also goes above and beyond to help independent restaurant owners achieve their dreams.

Job Description:

We Deliver the Goods:

Competitive pay and benefits, including Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 401K Employer Matching, Education Assistance, Paid Time Off, and much more
Growth opportunities performing essential work to support America's food distribution system
Safe and inclusive working environment, including culture of rewards, recognition, and respect

Position Purpose:

The Marketing Specialist role supports company growth and profitability by executing marketing programs aligned with strategic marketing plans and overall business objectives. The Marketing Specialist develops and delivers branded written and visual content across multiple channels, managing marketing projects and events through strong organizational and project management skills. This position collaborates cross-functionally and with external partners to complete projects that achieve departmental and organizational goals. As a Marketing Specialist, you will deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. You will assist in prioritizing projects and programs based on contribution to immediate yet sustainable revenue enhancements. The Marketing Specialist functions as a team member within the department and organization, as required, and performs additional duties as assigned to best support the organization.

Responsibilities may include, but not limited to:

Support the development and execution of short‑ and long‑term marketing strategies to drive profitable growth.
Design, develop, and execute ongoing promotions and communications, including deal emails, market reports, newsletters, seasonal campaigns, flyers, website updates, and corporate marketing initiatives as requested.
Monitor and track execution of vendor marketing programs.
Coordinate with vendors and buyers to support new product launches, including timely updates to the website, ordering system, and marketing materials.
Assist with planning and execution of major tradeshows and related events.
Create, order, and manage inventory of promotional items.
Prepare materials for monthly sales meetings and assist with customer specific sales presentation needs and vendor reviews as requested.
Support the development, launch, and ongoing management of social media programs.
Perform additional marketing, design, and administrative tasks as assigned.

The ideal candidate will be proficient in Adobe InDesign and/or Canva, WordPress (content updates), HTML email platforms (e.g., Emma, Mailchimp), and social media platforms, including video editing and planning tools (e.g., Planoly or similar), Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Excel and PowerPoint.

SCHEDULE: Monday - Friday Schedule (8am - 5pm)

Benefits:

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Qualifications:

High School Diploma or Equivalent

1-2 Years of Marketing or related experience that includes promotions, graphics and web design, as well as MS Office.

Preferred qualifications:

Associates/2- year technical degree in Marketing or related field.

2-4 Years of Marketing experience within foodservice industry that includes graphic design, Adobe InDesign, MS WordPress and MS Excel

EEO Statement:

Performance Food Group and/or its subsidiaries (individually or collectively, the "Company") provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all applicants and employees, regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable local, state and federal laws and regulations. Please click on the following links to review: (1) our EEO Policy; (2) the "EEO is the Law" poster and supplement; and (3) the Pay Transparency Policy Statement.

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