Marketing Specialist II
Providence, RI, US, 02903
Brightstar is an innovative, forward-thinking global leader in lottery that builds on our renowned expertise in delivering secure technology and producing reliable, comprehensive solutions for our customers. As a premier pure play global lottery company, our best-in-class lottery operations, retail and digital solutions, and award-winning lottery games enable our customers to achieve their goals, fulfill player needs and distribute meaningful benefits to communities. Brightstar has a well-established local presence and is a trusted partner to governments and regulators around the world, creating value by adhering to the highest standards of service, integrity, and responsibility. Brightstar has approximately 6,000 employees. For more information, please visit www.brightstarlottery.com.
Responsibilities
- Support product marketing communications by managing schedules, deadlines, contracts, vendors, and invoice processing.
- Track competitor tactics across web, social, and trade publications; maintain a comprehensive tracker and provide monthly analytics for media planning.
- Serve as Wrike project management liaison: onboard/train users, close out projects, and ensure proper digital filing.
- Manage vendor relationships: create POs, onboard new vendors, and coordinate with Accounts Payable for invoice accuracy and timely payments.
- Handle expense accruals, invoice coding/approval (MediusFlow), and general administrative tasks including calendar management, travel, meeting coordination, and expense reporting.
- Oversee contract administration and ensure proper execution and tracking.
- Respond to ad-hoc customer requests and maintain superior follow-up with internal/external partners for vendor onboarding and budget tracking.
- Manage lottery trade publication data: request and standardize publisher reports, analyze editorial/advertising performance, and compile year-end performance matrices vs. competitors.
- Advise on placement decisions, set KPIs, and report on performance to inform strategy for iLottery and traditional Lottery content.
- Collaborate with Corporate Comms on competitor advertising tracking and support digital transformation initiatives for the Lottery Marketing team.
Qualifications
- Associates or Bachelors degree in Business, Marketing, Communications or related field
- Minimum of 2 years of work experience with project management in relevant field.
- Highly motivated self-starter with a bias for action and strong attention to detail
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office with a focus on PowerPoint, Word, Excel and Outlook
- Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal
- Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced and changing environment with multiple deadlines and determined follow-up skills
- Grace under pressure with the ability to switch gears in real time
- Ability to work collaboratively
- Desire to learn and the ability to adapt on short notice
Success Profile
• Leading Complexity
• Leading People
• Leading the Business
• Leading Self
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At Brightstar, we consider a wide range of factors in determining compensation, including background, skills, experience, and work location. These factors can cause your compensation to vary. The estimated starting compensation range is $55,631 - $98,467. The actual pay offered may end up being higher or lower. The Company will comply with all local pay requirements and collective bargaining agreements, where applicable.
Base pay is only one part of our Total Rewards program. Sales roles may be eligible for commission payments, while other roles are eligible for discretionary bonuses. In addition, we offer employees a 401(k) Savings Plan with Company contributions, health, dental, and vision insurance, life, accident, and disability insurance, tuition reimbursement, paid time off, wellness programs, and identity theft insurance. Note: programs are subject to eligibility requirements.
All Brightstar employees have a role in information security. Annual training will be assigned and required as appropriate.
Nearest Major Market: Providence
Nearest Secondary Market: Rhode Island