Regional Marketing Manager - Southwest

Work it! Here at Shake Shack, we take care of each other first and foremost so that we can make raves for our guests, community, suppliers, and investors. After all, teamwork makes the dream work. We work our buns off, but we play hard too, with a company retreat, Team Appreciation Day, volunteer opportunities, and so much more. If you’re looking for a deeply fulfilling, financially rewarding, and really fun career, you’re in the right place. 

Regional Marketing Manager - Southwest

The Regional Marketing Manager is responsible for supporting national and local marketing efforts on the Pacific Coast. They will be responsible for writing the local marketing strategy, executing it and working with the local operations team to optimize it throughout the year. This role is perfect for the person who has sales and marketing experience, enjoys being on the go, loves building relationships with those in the community, and has a knack for analytics and reporting. 

Position is based in Dallas, Austin or Houston, TX and travel to NYC and territories required. Territory includes: Texas, Arizona, & Colorado.

Key Responsibilities: 

• Develop and implement a regional marketing plan for assigned markets that are an extension of and supports national initiatives
• Develop and execute market-wide promotions and sales-driving programs
• Measure, evaluate and provide reporting on regional and national marketing initiatives
• Manage regional marketing budget
• Maintain a regional calendar including and not limited to: events, activations, collaborations and promotions
• Work closely with Shack General Managers and Area Directors on a day-to-day basis to educate team on regional and national marketing initiatives
• Oversee Shake Shack’s brand entry into new and existing markets during pre-launch, openings and beyond
• Build key relationships with local influencers, community partners and likeminded brands
• Develop and share best practices and turnkey programming for marketing peers
• Work with the national marketing team to support and execute on: press releases, PR placements, media requests, blog posts, social media content, website content and PR agency management as needed
• Work cross functionally with operations, supply, development and finance
• Report to Director of Brand Marketing

Skills & Knowledge:

• Strong knowledge of connections in the local market with a deep understanding of the community and what makes the market thrive
• Bachelor’s degree in marketing or equivalent education and experience
• Detail oriented with an eye for the big picture
• Ability to view short- and long-term priorities and goals
• Highly creative to develop programs and solutions for local restaurants
• Genuine interest in the performance of the business to drive results
• Ability to work well independently and remotely from team leader and peers
• Superb verbal, written and presentation skills
• Strong leadership skills

Experience:

• 4-6 years of marketing experience
• Experience managing a budget, track costs and process invoices

Benefits include:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Transit Discount Program
• 401K Plan with Company Match
• Paid Time Off Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee Dining Program
• Referral Bonus
• Online Training Program
• Career Development
• Corporate Fitness Discount Programs
• Choice of Global Cash Card or Direct Deposit

About Us

Beginning as a hot dog cart in New York City’s Madison Square Park, Shake Shack was created by Danny Meyer, Founder and CEO of Union Square Hospitality Group and best-selling author of Setting the Table. Shack Fans lined up daily, making the cart a resounding success, and donating all proceeds back to the park beautification efforts.  A permanent stand was eventually built…and the rest is Shack history! With our roots in fine dining and giving back to the community, we are committed to high quality food served with a high level of hospitality. Our team members enjoy a positive work environment that is deeply committed to the philosophy they we "Stand for Something Good."