Hi! Thanks for clicking. We already love your curiosity and wonder what's going on in your life that makes you want to consider a big change. So, we have a question for you, talented Sales Manager: has there ever been a better time to leave the safe and predictable (aka, slow and bureaucratic) path you're on and do that thing you know in your soul you've got the potential to crush?
Nah.

We don't need to explain.
Three little words can change your world. You can rock ours. Keep it Simple.

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We need one dynamic Sales Manager to lead our team, expand our customer base, and grow revenue for Keep it Simple. You'll play a key role in shaping our sales strategy, building strong relationships, and guiding our growing team to hit ambitious targets. You'll use data to make smart decisions and keep us ahead of industry trends. If you're a hands-on, strategic thinker with B2B sales experience and a talent for motivating and bringing out the best in people, this role could be perfect for you.

IMPORTANT DETAILS:

• This is a hybrid role and you'll choose where you work most effectively. Our locations in the Boston Seaport and our new Factory in Hudson, New Hampshire, will be your home base as you build your team and customer base.
• We ask some important questions during this process. It's our way of handing you the mic so you can tell us your story. Please don't miss that part and take your time answering the questions.
• If you prefer to answer some or all of our questions by sharing a video please do. Creativity is a Superpower!
• A human will read and respond to every application. We know that's not the norm. We save the robots for our operations team.

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YOUR JOB

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Build and lead a team of sales representatives in a vertical market space (health and wellness, food and beverage, music, and other categories)
• Effectively manage key customer relationships
• Develop and implement comprehensive B2B marketing strategies tailored to the Ideal Customer Profile
• Ability to manage projects and ensure campaign deadlines are met
• Work closely with operations, product development, creative, and customer care to ensure customer satisfaction
• Create compelling content and marketing materials that highlight the benefits of our customizable products for each target industry
• Manage digital marketing campaigns across various channels, including email, social media, Google Ads, and industry-specific platforms
• Lead the effort to generate and nurture leads, utilizing a business contact search engine and CRM platform
• Plan and execute industry trade shows, events, and promotional activities
• Identify new opportunities and refine marketing strategies by analyzing market trends and competitor activities
• Deliver useful insights through tracking and reporting on key performance indicators (KPIs) that measure the success of marketing initiatives
  

Your Experience and Qualifications: 

• You bring the education and wisdom gained from a Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business, or a related field
• You have the knowledge and experience gained from at least 5 years of B2B sales and marketing
• You possess an actionable understanding of B2B marketing principles and practices that work in small companies
• You are consistently organized and effective at project management
• You have effectively developed and executed successful marketing campaigns
• You know how to use CRM systems and marketing automation tools for their intended purpose
• You bring valuable insight and make wise decisions using analytical skills and accurately interpreting data
• You speak, write, and present a variety of content effectively, clearly, and simply
  

YOU'LL KNOW YOU'RE SUCCESSFUL WHEN

• You and your team meet your goals and help other teams meet theirs
• You are viewed as a company cultural leader
• Your customers are delighted

We are located in the innovative and thriving Fort Point neighborhood. Our community is full of green space, outstanding food, and entertainment options. We offer top quality Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Accounts, Transit or Parking Reimbursement Accounts, Life, AD&D, Short, and Long-Term Disability, 401(k) with a match, Paid Time Off, 10 paid holidays, Good Vibes Time (we pay you to volunteer for the non-profit cause of your choice) and Family Time. And we have dogs.

You’ll contribute to helping kids heal from trauma as we serve our social mission, The Playmaker Project.

Life is Good is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against otherwise qualified applicants based upon race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, age, mental or physical disability, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender orientation, or expression, marital status or veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic under applicable federal or state law.

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Once in a career, you get a chance to make this kind of impact.

Your leadership will be the game-changer for optimists everywhere. Why? Because at Life is Good, the way we spread the POWER of optimism is through art. You’ll ensure our brand has a compelling, authentic vibe as it is expressed across multiple platforms and channels. You'll be instrumental in elevating our social mission, The Playmaker Project.

Using your considerable creative leadership skills, you'll contribute to strategy, creative exploration, and execution of all creative asset deliverables. You’ll set the creative direction for our brand and business, and generate the buzz for our internal team. You'll occasionally roll up your sleeves with the team and execute the plans.

You are responsible for planning and managing team tools and resources: organizational structure, talent development, budget, calendar, and work process.

You review and provide input on every key asset and piece of content we consider.
You deliver outstanding creative expressions of the Life is Good brand that ignites emotional and impactful connections for our existing and future customers.

IMPORTANT DETAILS

• This role is hybrid and you'll be working with our team in Boston on Wednesdays and Thursdays.
• This application is unique and will take some time. We chose the questions with intention. If you don't answer them, we’ll assume you're not serious about joining the team. This is your chance to share more about yourself than a resume can convey. You may want to read all the questions before beginning your answers. Some find it helpful to compose answers in another format and paste them into the application.
• Our compensation strategy combines robust market data for companies our size and an innovative bonus program.
• Everyone who applies will get a response from a human. We know that's not the norm and that's ok.

Read carefully and, if this sounds like you, please apply and include your portfolio.

YOUR OBJECTIVE

You drive the growth of the Life is Good business and community through effective Brand Creative output.

YOUR JOB: Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Be the outspoken champion of the brand’s look, feel, and voice across all channels

Document and update our design guidelines and ensure company adherence

Lead the team that produces all creative assets for the Business Units, Social Media, Brand Marketing, Partnerships, Speaking, and PR 

• Oversee the development and execution of effective upper, mid, and lower funnel creative assets for paid, owned, and earned spaces
• Guide copywriters to deliver compelling, engaging copy that pairs well with design and aligns with our brand voice
• Guide photographers to deliver both in-studio and lifestyle photography that portrays our brand in a compelling manner
• Review all marketing creative work (design, photography, video, and copy) to ensure that brand identity is communicated consistently and effectively

Lead cross-functional collaboration to execute go-to-market strategies, ensuring a cohesive brand message across marketing channels, product lines, and retail channels

• Create and manage the work process of your team to ensure work gets done on time and on budget
• Manage and prioritize requests for marketing assets from other departments

YOUR EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

You have a record of managing, mentoring, and inspiring a creative team

You have talent and passion for generating inspiring creative every day

Your past roles were in fast-paced environments, and you love that kind of atmosphere

You can move quickly and comfortably between multiple projects, managing them from start to finish, knowing where bottlenecks can occur and how to avert them

You have a strong command of language and a critical eye for copy’s vital role in delivering great creative assets

You can apply current creative trends in experiential, digital, and direct marketing

You have earned a B.A./B.F.A. in Graphic Design, Art, Advertising, or another related field

You are adept at using Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and other Creative Studio applications

You have web design experience and an excellent understanding of the technical possibilities and limitations of web design

YOUR PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

• You believe in the Life is Good mission
• You have a keen, well-respected creative eye and enjoy acting as an assertive brand advocate
• You are valued for your ability to articulate creative feedback in a way that strengthens the work and motivates creative teams
• You have been successful at cultivating highly collaborative internal and external relationships
• You communicate clearly and succinctly
• You maintain a steady and optimistic demeanor
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YOU'LL KNOW YOU'RE SUCCESSFUL WHEN

• You are the go-to resource for the look, feel, and voice of the brand
• You are known for highly effective, collaborative relationships
• You are considered a cultural leader for the creative team and Life is Good organization
• We can show the connection between our creative brand expression and the positive results we achieve

We are located in the innovative and thriving Fort Point neighborhood. Our community is full of green space, outstanding food, and entertainment options. We offer comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Accounts, Transit or Parking Reimbursement Accounts, Life, AD&D, Short, and Long-Term Disability, 401(k) with a match, Paid Time Off, 10 paid holidays, Good Vibes Time (we pay you to volunteer for the non-profit cause of your choice) and Family Time. And we have dogs that like to play.

You’ll contribute to helping kids heal from trauma as we serve our social mission, The Playmaker Project.

Life is Good is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against otherwise qualified applicants based on race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, age, mental or physical disability, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender orientation, or expression, marital status or veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic under applicable federal or state law.

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