Director, Marketing & Strategy West Regions

Title:

Director, Marketing & Strategy - Central & West Regions

Requisition #: 615109

Location:

Chicago, IL, US, 60601

ARAMARK REFRESHMENTS delivers inspired break experiences to business and industry clients at more than 80,000 locations in North America. Providing innovative solutions that create connections among employees and guests is our passion. From coffee, tea, cold brew, curated snacks, and fresh food options to customizable convenience through vending and micromarket solutions tailored to meet the unique needs of each client, we offer a full complement of breakroom essentials.

Our team of experts reimagines unique spaces where everyone can recharge and enjoy a true sense of community.

Learn more about working here at  or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.

Reporting to the Vice President of Innovation & CX, the Director of Marketing and Strategy helps to define and elevate the Refreshments brand in the market. They are responsible for leveraging insights, food service operational knowledge, and client understanding to deliver innovative marketing strategies to enhance customer experiences and achieve growth objectives. Working closely with the RVPs and VPOs, the Director serves as a critical liaison between Marketing and Operations, ensuring alignment with client needs and Aramark’s strategic goals.

COMPENSATION:
The salary range for this position is $100,000 to $120,000. If both numbers are the same, that is the amount that Aramark expects to offer. This is Aramark’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation for this position as of the time of posting.

BENEFITS:
Aramark offers comprehensive benefit programs and services for eligible employees including medical, dental, vision, and work/life resources. Additional benefits may include retirement savings plans like 401(k) and paid days off such as parental leave and disability coverage. Benefits vary by location and are subject to any legal requirements or limitations, employee eligibility status, and where the employee lives and/or works.

For more information about Aramark benefits,  Aramark Careers - Benefits & Compensation.

There is no predetermined application window for this position, the position will close once a qualified candidate is selected. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable law, including, but not limited to, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the California Fair Chance Act, and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance to the extent that those laws apply to the opportunity.

• Develop and implement comprehensive marketing strategies that align with Aramark’s objectives and client needs.
• Lead and develop a high performing team of Regional Marketing Managers and Field Customer Experience Specialists to drive retention and base business growth across the region.
• Collaborate with WXG Marketing, Convenience Retail and OpX teams to launch new offerings or seasonal activations.
• Collaborate across the line of business to ensure seamless execution of marketing programs across client locations.
• Support collateral, presentations, and proposal templates that effectively communicate Aramark’s value proposition.
• Deploy consumer engagement tools and marketing programs at customer locations to enhance client satisfaction.
• Participate as a subject matter expert in key presentations and client meetings, including quarterly and annual business reviews.
• Travel across region as needed to ensure the implementation of standards and marketing strategies.
• Direct the development of annual strategic regional marketing plans and ensure adherence to marketing calendars and deliverables.
• Ensure timely and budget‑conscious delivery of key marketing projects. Monitor tools such as  to maintain workflow efficiency.

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in marketing management positions with demonstrated success, preferably in hospitality industry – specifically restaurant and/or food service industry.
• Experience hiring, managing and growing a team.
• Experience developing…