Department: Marketing
Reports To: Chief Procurement & Marketing Officer

Location: Port Allen, LA
Position Type: Full -Time

Schedule:  Monday - Friday

ABOUT US

Lyons Specialty Company, LLC is a family-owned and operated independent wholesale distributor serving more than 500 convenience store retail and foodservice accounts throughout Louisiana, Mississippi, and Arkansas. With over 100 years of stability, experience, and success, we have built our reputation on strong relationships, exceptional service, and a commitment to helping our customers succeed.

At Lyons, we believe our success begins with our people. We are dedicated to maximizing the potential of both our customers and employees by delivering value, fostering professional growth and creating opportunities for our team to thrive. Our continued success is driven by the relationships we build, the service we provide, and the people who make it all possible.

What We Offer 

• Competitive Compensation.
• Medical, Dental, and vision insurance.
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
• Paid Time Off  
• Paid holidays
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching contributions.
• Employee profit-sharing program for eligible employees.
• Half-Day Fridays: Enjoy a half-day on Fridays when all assigned work and responsibilities for the week have been completed by Thursday.
• Supportive leadership and team collaboration.

Position Summary

The Marketing Assistant supports the marketing team with creative, administrative, and production-related tasks. Responsibilities include assisting with social media management, content creation, graphic design, video and photography projects, print production, promotional materials, and marketing campaigns.

The ideal candidate is creative, organized, detail-oriented, and eager to learn, with an interest in marketing, social media, and content creation.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities

Print Media & Production

• Assist with monthly print projects using printers, cutters, laminators, and binding equipment.
• Trim, assemble, package, label, and prepare printed materials for distribution.
• Assist with basic graphic design and maintain an organized production workspace.

Social Media & Content Creation

• Assist with managing company social media platforms, including Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, TikTok, and YouTube.
• Create, schedule, and monitor social media content and engagement.
• Assist with writing marketing copy, developing campaign ideas, and researching current trends.
• Help film, edit, and organize marketing, training, and event content.
• Assist with company photography and video projects.

General Marketing & Administrative Support

• Source and organize product images for company App.
• Assemble promotional merchandise bags and customer sample packs.
• Assist with creating and scheduling weekly email and text campaigns.
• Support the planning and execution of company events and marketing initiatives.
• Assist with daily marketing projects and other duties as assigned.

Purchasing Support

• Assist the Purchasing Department with daily projects, including new item setup, order entry, and researching new products and programs.
• Learn and utilize purchasing software to create purchase orders and assist with inventory management for select vendors.
• Set up and organize products and materials for promotional events throughout the year.
• Prepare, maintain, and distribute daily and weekly purchasing reports.
• Provide general administrative and project support to the Purchasing Department as needed.

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in business, Marketing, or related field is a plus, but not required.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Creative mindset and interest in marketing, social media, and content creation.
• Familiarity with social media platforms and digital trends.
• Basic graphic design skills; Canva or Adobe Creative Suite experience is a plus.
• Basic photography and videography skills are preferred.
• Ability to multitask, prioritize, and meet deadlines.
• Comfortable working independently and as part of a team.
• Willingness to learn new tools and techniques.
• Ability to perform hands-on production tasks and assist with assembling and preparing materials.

 Physical Demands

• Sitting for long periods
• Standing or walking for long periods
• Keyboarding
• Reaching, pushing, or pulling
• Visual acuity

What We're Looking For

We are looking for a creative, dependable, and motivated individual who enjoys both the creative and hands-on aspects of marketing. The ideal candidate is eager to learn, stays current on latest trends, takes pride in their work, and is willing to jump in wherever needed to support the marketing team.