Senior Marketing Manager

Senior Marketing Manager

Company:
The Renaissance Network, Inc.

Location:

Minneapolis, MN / Owatonna, MN

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Are you a growth‑oriented marketing expert ready to take ownership for the commercial success of an impactful education brand?

Gopher Sport, part of the Gopher Sport Family of Brands, offers the Play with a Purpose brand – an industry leader in learning through physical activity for young children. Play with a Purpose provides high‑quality products that encourage imaginative play while meeting developmental needs.

Reporting to the Vice President of Marketing, this critical position will require a strong background in marketing management, brand planning, sales enablement, and product planning. The ideal candidate will have experience marketing physical and assortment‑based B2B products and a proven track record of growing revenues and customer count.

• Develop and implement strategic marketing and brand plans to drive business growth.
• Lead sales growth initiatives to achieve and surpass revenue targets.
• Drive understanding of the customer and marketing budget for Play with a Purpose, ensuring financial health and profitability.
• Plan and execute marketing and product strategies tailored to the early childhood education market.
• Coach sales team to identify and pursue new business opportunities.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to ensure successful implementation of business strategies.
• Foster relationships with key stakeholders in the Pre‑K‑12 education sector.
• Analyze market trends and customer needs to inform product planning and strategy.
• Drive initiatives to grow the customer base and enhance customer satisfaction.
• Monitor performance metrics and KPIs, adjusting strategies as needed to ensure objectives are met.

• Demonstrated success growing a brand or product line in a B2B context.
• Experience owning, building and executing a marketing plan for physical products.
• Expertise in product planning and development.
• Ability to drive revenue growth and expand customer count.
• Interest in physical education and promoting healthy lifestyles.
• Desire and ability to work in the company's Minnesota offices (Owatonna and Minneapolis area).

Annual salary in the range of $110,000 to $135,000, based on experience. Eligible for a Management Incentive program with performance bonus opportunities. Relocation assistance available for qualified candidates. Compensation includes comprehensive health insurance (HSA and traditional), vision, three weeks paid time off earned the first year, eight company‑paid holidays, profit sharing, 401(k), lifestyle spending account, tuition reimbursement, product discounts, onsite fitness center, and additional benefits.

For over 75 years, Gopher Sport has prided itself on exceptional service, product quality, and dedication to customers. The company offers multiple brands in physical education, athletics, fitness, early childhood, classroom furniture, and STEM. Gopher Sport fosters a fast‑paced, friendly culture and a meaningful mission, grounded in ethical principles and core values.

The Renaissance Network is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.