Creative Marketing Manager (Automotive)

Overview Join a fast-growing retail brand with an agile marketing team. This high-impact role will own the organic social media strategy, while collaborating across paid media, CRM, analytics, and creative partners. Location • Remote in EST/CST - Charlotte NC highly preferred Responsibilities • Lead strategy and execution for social media and broader marketing initiatives, ensuring campaigns align with overall business goals. • Develop integrated marketing plans that span social, in-store promotions, events, and partnerships to drive traffic and engagement. • Direct and manage external agencies, ensuring creative assets and campaigns are on-brand, on-time, and effective. • Collaborate cross-functionally with internal teams (paid media, CRM, analytics, retail locations) to deliver cohesive campaigns across channels. • Monitor performance and trends, using insights to refine strategies and optimize marketing impact. Qualifications • 4-5+ years of marketing experience with a focus on both social media and broader marketing strategy in multi-location automotive or dealership group • Proven experience leading campaigns from strategy to execution, including integrated marketing efforts beyond just social. • Strong track record working with agency partners or in an agency environment, with the ability to direct external teams. • Hands-on knowledge of social media platforms and analytics tools (Instagram, TikTok, Sprout Social, etc.) plus familiarity with paid media. • Excellent organizational and communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple stakeholders and fast-paced deliverables. Benefits • Creative, fast-paced, growth-focused culture. • Broad exposure across marketing functions. • Career growth opportunities as the brand expands. • Remote-friendly role with occasional travel.