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Kevin Herrington
kherrington@nssnc.com

Job Title: Marketing Assistant & E-Commerce Merchandiser 

Company: Neuse Sport Shop
Location: On-site – Kinston, NC
Employment Type: Full-Time

Position Overview

Neuse Sport Shop is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Marketing Assistant to support the Marketing Director in executing marketing initiatives across retail, ecommerce, and digital platforms. This role will help manage social media, email and SMS campaigns, website content, creative approvals, and overall marketing coordination with buyers and vendors.

The ideal candidate is organized, fast-moving, collaborative, and comfortable juggling multiple projects in a dynamic retail environment.

Key Responsibilities

Digital & Content Marketing

• Assist in planning, scheduling, and managing the social media content calendar across platforms

• Manage SMS/MMS text marketing campaigns and subscriber lists

• Support email marketing campaigns, including creation, scheduling, and performance tracking

• Coordinate campaign calendars and ensure deadlines are met

• Assist with content and creative approvals, ensuring brand consistency

Web & Ecommerce

• Update website and ecommerce content, promotions, banners, and product features

• Work closely with buyers to support product launches, promotions, and merchandising content

• Assist in maintaining accurate, timely online product content and marketing materials

Collaboration & Marketing Support

• Work closely with buyers, store teams, and vendors to support advertising and promotional needs

• Assist with marketing campaigns across digital, in-store, and traditional channels

• Help gather assets (photos, videos, copy) and coordinate internal approvals

Required Qualifications

• Strong understanding of retail and/or ecommerce environments

• Familiarity with social media platforms, email marketing tools, and basic digital marketing concepts

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Slides, Calendar)

• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to multitask and prioritize

• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently without constant direction

• Willingness to learn, adapt quickly, and pivot as priorities change

• Comfortable working in an on-site office environment with a collaborative team

Preferred Qualifications (Huge Plus)

• Experience or interest in outdoor sports: hunting, fishing, boating, shooting sports

• Appreciation for home décor, apparel, and fashion retail

• Basic graphic design skills (Canva, Adobe, etc.)

• Experience with AI tools and prompt writing for marketing and content creation

• Prior retail, ecommerce, or marketing agency experience

Personal Attributes

• Motivated, dependable, and hard-working

• Organized with strong attention to detail

• Creative thinker with a willingness to contribute ideas

• Strong communication and teamwork skills

What We Offer

• Opportunity to grow within a dynamic and expanding retail brand

• Hands-on experience across digital, ecommerce, and retail marketing

• Collaborative team environment with direct exposure to senior leadership

• Competitive pay and benefits

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Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected status under applicable law.