Brand Marketing Operations Manager

Essense of Australia is an international bridal wholesaler with key offices based in Lenexa, Kansas, Perth, Australia, and Zug, Switzerland. Our organization also operates in the United Kingdom, Europe, Canada, and New Zealand. We have been a global leader in bridal fashion for over 20 yearsand our designs are currently sold in nearly 1,000 stores worldwide. With innovative designs and a strong customer service approach,Essense of Australia is a dynamic company that rewards excellence, drive, and collaboration. The RoleWe’relooking for aBrand Marketing Operations Managerwho lovesprocessas much as they love people. This role is part project manager,part coachandmentor—driving clarity, building systems, and empowering our social and communications teams to deliver their best work.Based in Kansas City, this person will bring energy, planningexpertise, and organizational skills to our business every day,while fostering the collaborative, positive, and entrepreneurial environment that makes us TeamEssense.You’llhave a proventrack recordof building and improvingprocessesfor teams that are equal parts strategic and creative.You’lloversee the day-to-day operations of brand marketing initiatives, with a strong focus on content publishing, social media, and communications. From campaign launches to content calendars,you’llkeep projects running seamlessly—managing timelines, streamlining workflows, and clearing roadblocks—while alsomotivating the team behind the work.We’reseeking a team player who thrives in an entrepreneurial culture, brings positivity to work each day, and helps us keep our environment creative, inspiring, productive, and fun.If you love structure, collaboration, and empowering creative teams, this role is for you.WhatYou’llDoWork upstream and downstream with partners toalign onkey datesimpactingorimpactedby activities within thedepartment and with key stakeholders across the organization.Partner with social leaderstoidentifyand manage resources across multipleprojects.Serve as the department intake for briefs, working with team members toidentifygaps and needs before going into the department’s work streams.Create andmaintainnecessary project management documentation, templates, and reports, to include project requirements, project briefs, status reports, meeting agendas/notes, and lessons learned.Build andmaintainstrong working relationshipsand trustwith team members and other departments involved in the projects.Produceaccurateandtimelyreporting of program status throughout its life cycle; ensure key milestones and approvals are communicated and achieved.Proactivelyidentify, manage, and communicate issues and risks to the project deliverables and timelines.Seek out andestablishthe tools, technology and processes to standardize workflow,eliminateredundancies and inefficiencies.Responsible for communicatingtimelyupdatesand distributing feedback to theappropriate teammembers.Troubleshoot bottlenecks, proactively resolve issues, and keep projects moving forward.Champion clarityandcontinuous improvement, embracing change and helping others adaptin a way that keeps people motivated and engaged.What We Are Looking For:Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing, Business, or similar field preferred; equivalent relevant experience may be considered.7+ years ineither project managementoroperations, with at least3+ years directly managing teams.Marketing experiencepreferred.Strong analytical aptitude with an ability to connect dots, ask insightfulquestionsand synthesize feedback from multiple sources.Ability to think and plan end-to-end; canidentifyand timeline steps to complete complex or ambiguous projects.Ability to work on multiple priorities and/or projects simultaneously while meeting agreed deadlines.Exceptionally organized and detail-oriented with strong time management skills.Procedure and process oriented with ability and inclination to document, socialize and hold others accountable for procedures.Willingness to work outside normal business hours on an occasional basis according to business needs.Demonstrated experience working within a fast-paced,deadline drivenenvironment.Innate ability toanticipatechallenges and remove barriers.Ability to map processes andenjoysit -- has never met a process thatcan’tbe improved.Experience with Wrike or other project management tools; excellent Excel skills.Must have the ability to work at a fast pace with a sense of hustle whileremainingdetail-oriented.Must be curious and have a continuous improvement mindset.What We OfferEssense of Australia is a company with heart. We value creativity, innovation, and dedication, andwe’relooking for someone who shares our passion for delivering exceptional bridal fashion to brides and partners alike.In return for your skills, we offer you the opportunity to join an international industry leader and be part of a creative and collaborative culture that empowers its people and promotesteamwork. We recognize and reward excellence, innovation, and loyalty. As such, we provide competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package.If you have the skills,sparkand drive to help us further our growth, please go tohttps://www.essensedesigns.com/careers/and follow the prompts tosubmityour cover letter addressing the above criteria along with a resume and salary expectations.Join Essense of Australia and be part of a passionate team dedicated to helping brides around the world find their dream wedding gowns. Ifyou'reready to make an impact and drive success in a global bridal fashion powerhouse, apply now andlet'sshape the future of bridal together!

Created: 2025-11-01