Onward Search is a specialized staffing and talent solutions company that helps professionals find top jobs with the nation’s leading brands. Our client, a pharmaceutical company, is hiring a Marketing Automation Specialist for a hybrid position in Mettawa, Illinois. This is a one-year contract role with potential for extension.
In this role, you will build and optimize one-to-one consumer marketing programs across email, direct mail, and media campaigns. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams and play a key part in campaign execution, performance monitoring, and continuous improvement.

Marketing Automation Specialist Responsibilities:

• Build, test, and launch omnichannel campaigns in Salesforce Marketing Cloud.
• Ensure quality control, deliverability, and optimization of campaigns.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Marketing, Analytics, Creative, Agencies) to deliver impactful programs.
• Monitor performance, troubleshoot issues, and recommend improvements.
• Stay current on industry best practices and apply innovative solutions.

Marketing Automation Specialist Qualifications:

• Salesforce Marketing Cloud Certification (Email Specialist or Developer).
• Bachelor’s in Marketing, Business, or related field.
• 3–5 years’ experience in database/CRM/email marketing.
• Strong project management, client service, and analytical skills.
• Proficiency in SQL, Excel, and marketing best practices.

Perks & Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
• Life Insurance.
• 401(k) Program.
• Commuter Benefit.
• eLearning & Ongoing Training.
• Education Reimbursement.
• Eligibility requires working over 30 hours per week on an assignment lasting at least 10 weeks.

If you meet the qualifications and are excited about this opportunity, apply today! Our team will connect with you to discuss next steps, support you through the interview process, and advocate for your success

• Build, test, and launch omnichannel campaigns in Salesforce Marketing Cloud.
• Ensure quality control, deliverability, and optimization of campaigns.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Marketing, Analytics, Creative, Agencies) to deliver impactful programs.
• Monitor performance, troubleshoot issues, and recommend improvements.
• Stay current on industry best practices and apply innovative solutions