Marketing and Business Development Coordinator

*The Ace Hardware Texas Retailer Group is comprised of 35+ independently owned Ace retail stores throughout the greater Houston area. Our mission is to increase our member stores’ visibility, market presence and revenue growth through regional marketing efforts, including advertising, vendor partnerships and community relations.*

Role Description

Ace Hardware Texas is seeking an organized and proactive Marketing and Business Development Coordinator to support marketing initiatives and develop new revenue opportunities across approximately 35 independently owned locations.

This person will coordinate projects between store owners, board members, vendors, and agency partners while selling vendor advertising opportunities and identifying new marketing channels for the group.

This is a full-time hybrid position based in Houston, Texas. Some local travel and event attendance may be required.

Key Responsibilities

● Coordinate marketing and advertising initiatives across participating locations

● Develop and sell advertising, sponsorship, and promotional opportunities to vendors

● Build vendor relationships and identify new partnership and revenue opportunities

● Research and recommend new marketing channels and advertising opportunities

● Manage communication with retailers, vendors, agencies, and media partners

● Plan retailer and vendor email campaigns

● Support digital, print, social media, website, and promotional campaigns

● Coordinate vendor-funded and co-op marketing programs

● Assist with retailer meetings, training programs, vendor fairs, fundraising events, and group initiatives

● Create marketing materials, presentations, signage, and communications

● Track campaign performance and provide updates to the board

● Manage project timelines, approvals, billing, records, and deadlines

Qualifications

● Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, business, or a related field preferred

● Two or more years of experience in marketing, business development, account management, or project coordination

● Experience developing partnerships, selling advertising, or securing sponsorships

● Strong written communication, organization, and relationship-management skills

● Ability to manage multiple projects and stakeholders independently

● Experience working with vendors, agencies, or media partners

● Proficiency with Microsoft Office or Google Workspace

● Familiarity with email marketing, websites, analytics, design, or social media platforms is preferred

● Multi-location retail or co-op marketing experience is a plus

· Base salary of $55k - $65k per year + uncapped commission on vendor support payments. Expected initial annual earnings of $55k-$65K+ per year with significant potential for additional commissions.

· Ability to work from home in the greater Houston area

· $200 monthly home office and technology allowance

· Monthly health insurance allowance

· Paid time off

· Company provided new laptop, monitor and printer

· Mileage reimbursement at current IRS rate

Pay: $50,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year

Benefits

• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Work from home stipend

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Katy, TX 77494