Jobs in Forest Park Georgia

Company Description

The Ahlers Group is a family of closely affiliated companies specializing in fine art, antiques, jewelry, decorative arts, and estate services. Our brands include Ahlers & Ogletree Auction Gallery, Peachtree Battle Estate Sales, Atlanta Auction Gallery, Peachtree Battle Antiques & Interiors, and Black Bear Antiques. Together, we serve private collectors, institutions, estates, and design professionals through live and online auctions, private sales, in-home estate sales, our two brick and mortar store locations, and various curated events.

Position Summary

The Director of Marketing is a senior leadership role responsible for overseeing all print and digital marketing for five Ahlers Group companies. This position requires a seasoned, strategic marketer with a refined luxury sensibility, strong digital and SEO expertise, and experience managing multi-channel campaigns in a high-end and/or auction environment. This position will report directly to the President/CEO.

The role combines strategic planning, hands-on execution, and leadership, and includes managing internal staff and external vendors. The Director of Marketing will also represent the company publicly at auctions, previews, galas, art fairs, and industry events.

Key Responsibilities

Marketing Strategy, Leadership & Execution

• Develop and execute comprehensive marketing strategies aligned with company goals across all Ahlers Group brands
• Ensure brand consistency, tone, and visual standards across print, digital, and social platforms
• Collaborate directly with executive leadership on marketing priorities, budgets, and performance goals
• Manage and mentor a growing marketing staff and interns
• Coordinate with internal specialists, consignments and operations teams, and external creative partners
• Conceptualize and create digital ads, direct mail, email campaigns, signage, and promotional materials

Digital Marketing & SEO

• Lead and implement SEO strategy to increase organic visibility, traffic, bidder registrations, and consignments
• Oversee and create website content, analytics, paid search, paid social, and email marketing campaigns
• Define and oversee social media strategy across platforms, including content planning, campaign development, audience growth, and performance analysis, while delegating some day-to-day content execution.
• Manage performance tracking, reporting, and ongoing optimization across all digital channels
• Ensure best practices for content, keyword strategy, and digital user experience

Brand Management & Representation

• Plan and manage marketing for auctions, previews, private viewings, and client events
• Represent the company at galas, art fairs, and industry functions, building relationships and reinforcing brand presence
• Support public relations efforts, media outreach, and brand storytelling initiatives

Analytics & Performance Tracking

• Analyze campaign performance and audience data to guide strategy and maximize ROI
• Present regular performance summaries and recommendations to leadership
• Monitor market trends, competitor activity, and emerging opportunities in luxury marketing

Qualifications

• Minimum 7–10 years of progressive marketing leadership experience, with demonstrated responsibility for strategy, execution, and performance oversight
• Hands-on experience creating, managing, and optimizing Google Ads / AdWords accounts, including keyword research, bid strategy, audience targeting, conversion tracking, and performance reporting
• Proven expertise in SEO strategy and keyword development, particularly within niche or high-value markets
• Direct experience marketing within the auction, fine art, antiques, jewelry, luxury goods, or closely related high-end sectors - strong familiarity with collector audiences and consignor acquisition strategies a plus
• Demonstrated ability to build and execute auction or event-driven marketing campaigns with measurable results (registrations, bidder acquisition, consignments, revenue growth)
• Deep understanding of digital ecosystems including Google Analytics, Meta advertising, email automation platforms, and CRM integration
• Strong command of brand positioning within a luxury environment - ability to maintain elevated presentation across print, digital, and in-person channels
• Experience managing internal marketing staff and external creative vendors
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the polish required to represent a high-end brand publicly
• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree or industry certifications (Google Ads, Analytics, etc.) preferred

Why join The Ahlers Group?

• Leadership role within a respected, established auction group
• Opportunity to shape and elevate a luxury brand across multiple platforms
• Dynamic mix of strategic, creative, and client-facing responsibilities
• Competitive compensation commensurate with experience

How to apply

Please submit a résumé and cover letter outlining relevant experience and interest in the role to

SUMMARY

The Digital Marketing Manager will have ownership over the product launch plans for specific product categories across the Kids2 portfolio of brands. As the content manager, this role will be responsible for the Go-To-Market plans related to global product launches including but not limited to content strategy, communication, customer activations and overall integrated product launch plans. In addition, he/she will be responsible for leading, communicating, and continually improving integrated product marketing activations.

The Digital Marketing Manager will also work cross-functionally with key stakeholders (Category, Sales, Sales Planning, Content, Creative, Social, Legal, etc.) across the business to develop ideas and tactics that will be essential in launching new products in the marketplace.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Create and manage cross-functional product marketing strategies and execution for respective products across retail and digital touchpoints
• Assist in developing go-to-market strategy including packaging and consumer-facing marketing assets and campaigns to effectively launch product to a global audience
• Ensure we achieve key milestones within our End To End process leading up to a product launch through a variety of communication channels including project management, communication briefs, content creation, creative reviews and digital shelf readiness
• In partnership with the category, social media, ecommerce, sales and sales planning, determine campaign success metrics. Measures and reports on product launch effectiveness and adapt future campaigns based on results
• Collaborate with internal Content, Creative, and Business Unit teams to develop creative assets and content including digital shelf content, advertising, social/community building, influencer marketing, PR and retail experiences
• Be keenly aware of competitive product launch strategies and tactics to ensure our product go to market plan is strong
• Work with regional sales teams to understand regional / local needs to support product launches
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• 3-5 years of experience in ecommerce, digital merchandising, or online sales strategy.
• Experience in a Consumer-Packaged Goods (CPG) or retail ecommerce environment preferred.

EDUCATION & SKILLS

• Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing, Business or a related area is required or equivalent experience
• Product launch experience
• Strong presentation skills for senior management and retailer presentations
• Strong organizational, analytical, and writing skills

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

• None required

COMPUTER/TECHNICAL SKILLS

• Strong Microsoft Office skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc)

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• While performing the duties of this job, the team member is regularly required to talk or hear.
• The team member frequently is required to sit; have flexible use of hands; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• The team member is occasionally required to stand, walk, and taste or smell. The team member must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 - 50 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• General office environment.
• The role is in office during core hours at least three days per week, Tuesday- Thursday, and onsite Monday-Friday during Week 3 of each month.

Job Title: Director of Retail Sales

Location: Remote+ 50-80%+ Travel

Pay: $180,000 - 210,000

Benefits: This position is eligible for medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and parental leave

Qualifications

• 10+ years of multi-unit retail sales leadership experience
• Proven ownership of store network performance including comp growth, conversion, UPT, and ATV
• Demonstrated success building and coaching high-performing District and Store Manager teams across 100+ stores
• Strong track record of talent development, succession planning, and scalable leadership programs

Primary Responsibilities

• Lead and develop District Managers and Store Managers; build a scalable succession pipeline across field roles
• Design and implement structured leadership development programs (onboarding plans, field-ride coaching, performance forums)
• Establish clear store-level performance metrics and accountability standards
• Foster a high-accountability, client-focused culture rooted in collaboration and continuous improvement
• Implement recognition and incentive programs tied to measurable performance outcomes
• Monitor KPIs including traffic, conversion, ATV, UPT, repeat client rate, and retention metrics
• Partner cross-functionally with Marketing, CRM, and Finance to optimize loyalty initiatives, store events, and margin performance
• Define and elevate the in-store customer journey aligned to brand standards
• Embed service excellence metrics (NPS, OSAT, repeat behavior) into field execution
• Partner with Merchandising and Visual teams to ensure store presentation drives selling effectiveness

Why choose Addison Group?

• Pay: We negotiate high salaries using US Bureau of Labor Statistics
• Benefits & Bonuses: You are eligible for medical, dental, vision insurance benefits, 401K, and monetary bonuses
• Permanent Employment: Many of Addison’s Administrative job openings lead to potential permanent employment
• Connections: You connect directly with hiring managers from renowned organizations
• Options: You are presented multiple employment options near your home
• Professional Development: You are provided hiring process advice, resume revision, and employment term negotiation

Addison Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Addison Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Addison Group complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.

AKRIS is an international fashion house founded in 1922 in St. Gallen, Switzerland. Driven by the vision of Creative director Albert Kriemler, who designs sleek and effortless silhouettes for a discerning global clientele of women with purpose. The family-owned fashion house is renowned for its rarefied and innovative double-face fabrics, for pushing the boundaries of St Gallen embroidery and pioneering digital photo printing techniques.

Your impact to the business:

Your primary focus as a Sales Associate will be to grow the Ready-to-Wear business while simultaneously developing handbag and accessories categories. With a passion for gracious service, an interest in fashion, styling talent and product knowledge proficiency, your goal will be to build lasting client relationships through mastery of product knowledge and selling ceremonies as well as understanding boutique operating processes.

You possess entrepreneurial spirit, passion for the brand, you can exemplify the company’s values and knowledge of the luxury/retail business. You have a passion for providing excellent service and you partner with the sales team and store leadership on key initiatives that support and drive sales and KPI targets.

Essential Functions:

• Achieve and exceed individual Sales Goals and Key Performance Indicators (KPI)
• Demonstrate strong product expertise, engage clients through the details and stories of our product with a confident fashion voice
• Actively use styling and selling technology to deliver the customer experience and drive sales
• Build and maintain client book as well as gain new clients
• Resolves client issues in a timely manner
• Proficient and accurate use of the POS system
• May be responsible for opening/closing the boutique as needed
• Participate in in stocking the store
• Maintain visual merchandising standards per company VM standards
• Be a positive role model
• Always maintain professional communication with store management, peers and clients
• Participate in monthly meetings and trainings
• Maintain a professional appearance and follow AKRIS uniform guidelines

Knowledge and Skills:

• Passion for human relationships, luxury, fashion, art, and design
• Tech savvy; ability to use and learn different software programs
• Excellent communication (verbal and written) skills, demonstrated passion for working as a team and strong drive for business results

Requirements:

• Previous luxury/contemporary Retail sales experience
• Position requires prolonged periods of standing/walking around store or department.
• Ability to lift/move up to 25 lbs.
• Able to work a flexible schedule, including holidays and weekends
• RTW experience preferred but not required

AKRIS is an equal opportunity employer. We are proud to employ talent from many different backgrounds, experiences, and identities. We continue to work towards creating a workforce that represents the diversity of our clients and communities and we offer an inclusive environment of mutual respect where our employees feel included, developed, and heard

Required Skills & Experience

Bachelor’s degree or higher in Computer Science or an equivalent amount of relevant experience including design, development and testing • 4+ years of hands-on, email campaign management experience, experience creating email campaigns with HTML and SQL • Ability to communicate clearly and display a high level of professionalism, including the ability to work with cross-functional teams • Solid written and verbal communication skills • Ability to learn new technologies quickly and create improved efficiency • Ability to work independently at times on multiple tasks while remaining organized • Marketing Cloud Engagement certifications preferred, but not required

Job Description

We are seeking a Senior Email Marketing Specialist to guide the strategic planning and execution of email programs that drive customer engagement and business results. This role will focus on developing and optimizing email strategies across campaigns, automations, and journeys, translating marketing objectives and customer insights into effective messaging, targeting, and lifecycle approaches. The Senior Email Marketing Specialist will partner closely with stakeholders to guide campaign direction, oversee quality assurance and approvals, and ensure timely, accurate deployment through Salesforce Marketing Cloud Engagement. The ideal candidate brings 4+ years of hands-on experience managing and evolving email programs, a strong understanding of HTML/CSS and Marketing Cloud Automations and Journeys, and a collaborative, strategic mindset. Experience with AMPscript, Server-side JavaScript, and/or SQL is preferred. Responsibilities • Understand Marketing Cloud Engagement and industry best practices related to email development and deployment • Proficiency in implementing email programs within Marketing Cloud Engagement tool limitations • Identify bugs/issues in HTML emails, resolving issues where possible and reassigning issues when additional review is required • Build/update/maintain AMPscript/SSJS within dynamic campaigns • Build/maintain Marketing Cloud Engagement Automations and Journeys • Help assess risk and impact on the existing systems that may arise due to any requirement or functional change • Comfortably handle change requests and provide quick and efficient solutions • Provide level of effort estimates and assist with prioritization of tasks • Knowledge of data management using Data Extensions and SQL strongly preferred • Partner with marketing stakeholders to translate campaign goals and customer insights into effective email strategies, including audience targeting, messaging, and journey design • Represent the Email team as a subject matter expert on email marketing, email development, and Marketing Cloud Engagement capabilities • Work with other team members to implement/execute best practices and department processes • Proactively contribute to the ongoing optimization of email programs through recommendations on content strategy, cadence, testing approaches, and personalization

Compensation:

$45/hr to $50/hr.

Exact compensation may vary based on several factors, including skills, experience, and education.

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 31st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.

Sales Professional

The Sales Professional establishes client relationships and makes the client’s needs their primary focus. Taking the time to listen to clients and anticipate their needs while taking personal responsibility for the client’s requests. The Sales Professional is curious, knowledgeable and ensures they remain up to date on merchandise by continuously gathering information on new products as they are introduced. The Sales Professional strives to create a good impression and delivers memorable service to clients, exhibiting a passion for timepieces and/or jewelry with a focus on storytelling and hospitality.

Responsibilities

• Always maintain a professional attitude and conduct business with integrity.
• Confidently incorporate storytelling and technical details through hospitable interactions with clients when presenting products.
• Consistently achieve or exceed monthly and seasonal individual and store sales goals, enhancing and developing the business.
• Build, maintain and develop clientele through use of company CRM platform focusing on relationship building.
• Develop and maintain product knowledge on the brands, collections, and pieces carried in the showroom as well as general industry knowledge.
• Offer assistance and build effective working relationships with team members.
• Turn clients over to another member of the team as required to best serve the client’s needs.
• Educate clients on product features, history and knowledge.
• Organize merchandise and displays in accordance with VM guidelines while optimizing sales and minimizing shrinkage.
• Supports the client experience within showroom hospitality guidelines.
• Independently uses all company systems, hardware and software required in the performance of duties and responsibilities.
• Complete relevant administrative responsibilities and tasks that support the Client Experience.
• Take in and deliver client repairs when required.
• Performs all the duties and responsibilities as assigned.
• Comply with all Company guidelines, policies and procedures as outlined in all company communications.
• Participate in team meetings and training sessions.
• Process payment and complete sales transactions.

Supervisory/Management Responsibilities

N/A

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

• Required to stand up for long periods of time.
• May be required to lift packages/boxes.
• Work in the store 42-45 hours per week.
• Schedule flexibility and availability required to accommodate showroom hours, including evenings and weekends.

Knowledge and Skills Required

• High School Diploma

Experience

• 2-3 years luxury retail sales experience

Skills and Knowledge

• Excellent storytelling ability
• Passion for timepieces and/or jewelry
• Ability to build client & personal relationships
• Excellent client service and selling skills
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (verbal & written)
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to work in a team and leverage talents
• Time management while multitasking in a fast-paced environment
• Computer literate (MS Office)

Compensation: Competitive Salary along with profit sharing, bonus & 401K.