Marketing Manager

86 Repairs is transforming a huge, overlooked problem in restaurants: getting things fixed. While other parts of the industry have evolved thanks to technology, repairs and maintenance (R&M) has kept the status quo…

Until we came along.

86 Repairs empowers operators to manage R&M proactively. We are the only solution built to help restaurant operators increase margins, improve vendor relationships, and make R&M easy for frontline staff.

The only way to build a great company is by hiring talented people with diverse backgrounds and rich life experiences. Those experiences contribute to our culture and help us find creative solutions to the tough problems we're solving. Because of this, 86 Repairs is committed to inclusion across race, gender, age, religion, identity, disability, and background in everything we do.

Historically, women and people of color are hesitant to apply for a job unless they meet every qualification listed in the job description. If you’re uncertain, please apply. We'd rather have one more resume to review than miss the chance to meet amazing talent.

The only way to build a great company is by hiring talented people with diverse backgrounds and rich life experiences. Those experiences contribute to our culture and help us find creative solutions to the tough problems we're solving. Because of this, 86 Repairs is committed to inclusion across race, gender, age, religion, identity, disability, and background in everything we do. 

Historically, women and people of color are hesitant to apply for a role unless they meet every qualification listed in the job description. If you are uncertain if you're a fit, please apply. We'd rather have one more resume to review than miss the chance to meet amazing talent.

We’re looking for an exceptional Marketing Manager who is passionate about wearing a lot of hats, has experience successfully marketing to restaurant operators, and shares our passion for transforming the restaurant industry!

You will work alongside our Head of Revenue to lead and execute brand marketing initiatives, sales and partner marketing, and our events strategy.  You will collaborate closely with our Sales, Account Management, and Product teams to help grow the business and build deeper relationships with customers and partners.

Sales & Partner Marketing

• Build and manage assets for current customers, prospects, and partners (slide decks, marketing cut-sheets, landing pages, etc.)
• Design and implement lead-gen campaigns
• Run content marketing efforts, including sponsored and organic placements: blog posts, podcasts, paid media, and more
• Drive effective partner engagement to promote our brand with channel partners, including through networking, building and sharing collateral, proactive campaigns, co-branded events, and more

Events Strategy and Management

• Design and execute our events strategy to promote 86 Repairs to key prospects and partners through trade shows and other events, which could include co-branded happy hours, dinners, and activities for customers and prospects, partners, etc.
• Manage annual events budget, sponsorship relationships, event logistics, and related lead workflows
• Attend events with our sales team, other colleagues, and partners.  This will involve ~10-15% travel annually – likely 10-12 events per year.

Customer Engagement

• Work with our Product team to execute product marketing campaigns
• Build customer-facing collateral and resources that drive engagement with existing products, features, and educate about new ones
• Develop ad-hoc communications in various formats, including print and email

• Required: 5+ years of relevant marketing experience, including 2+ years marketing to restaurant operators
• Required: Creative passion for the restaurant industry
• Previous experience as a marketing generalist, handling some or all of the responsibilities outlined above
• Innate ability to be self-directed
• Exceptional written communication skills, including an eagle eye for grammar and extreme attention to detail
• Strong decision-making and project management skills, to effectively manage expectations and collaborate with others
• Experience leading others (directly or indirectly)
• Experience with design and marketing platforms, including video editing, Canva, PPC platforms like Google Ads and Facebook Business Manager, Canva, Hubspot, Pardot, Salesforce, and/or others

• A college degree or high GPA
• Startup or tech experience (an aptitude for fast-paced work is enough)
• Commutes: We’re remote-first.  This role requires 10-15% travel.

• Base Salary: $100,000 - $130,000, plus equity and additional variable compensation. Salary ranges are based on relevant experience for the role, and compensation is tied to Chicago market data, regardless of where you live.
• Health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance plans (most covered at 100%)
• Flex spending account for family and childcare
• 401(k) plan with a 3% matching
• Unlimited PTO with generous bereavement and sick policies
• “Check Please” dining benefit: the company pays for you to eat at our customers’ restaurants once a quarter (up to $400 per year!)
• Mental Health reimbursement fund (up to $100 per year per person)
• Paid family leave for those starting a family, regardless of gender
• Equity in the company for every full-time role

We ask every candidate to go through the same interview process to ensure that we are evaluating you equitably.  Our process is designed to provide you with a strong perspective on the company and our team, so there will be plenty of opportunities to ask questions and learn more about the company, team, and role. This process typically includes:

• Introductory Video Call: 30 minutes 
• Expanded Video Call: 45-60 minutes
• Case Study Presentation: 45-60 minutes 

If you require reasonable accommodations to participate in our interview process please let us know when you apply.