Marketing Communications Specialist

Who We Are:

At Avnet, relationships matter. We are a global, FORTUNE ® 500 technology distributor and solutions company that delivers design, supply chain and logistics expertise to customers at every stage of a product’s lifecycle. Our employees have a front row seat to the latest innovations shaping the world we live in and the future we share. We’re driven to help our customers around the world succeed and we do so by earning the trust of some of the biggest names in technology.

Working at Avnet means being a part of a global team. We work collaboratively and with integrity, doing business the right way. For more than a century, we have partnered together to help our customers, suppliers and teammates realize the transformative possibilities of technology. Experience what’s next at Avnet!

Job Summary:

Avnet is seeking an experienced, detail-oriented Marketing Communications professional to support integrated marketing initiatives across the Americas region. This role consolidates responsibility for regional messaging, leadership communications, large-scale event support, campaign execution and sales enablement. The position requires the ability to operate independently, partner closely with stakeholders, and translate business strategy into clear, compelling communications and marketing assets. This role serves as a central point of coordination across marketing, sales, events, and leadership teams, ensuring consistent messaging, operational excellence, and measurable impact across all internal and external channels.

Principal Responsibilities:

• Internal & External Communications: Develop and execute internal and external communications projects aligned to business priorities, ensuring consistent brand voice, tone and messaging across all touchpoints and platforms.
• Event Support: Provide end-to-end communications and content support for Avnet-hosted and industry events, including but not limited to presentations, collateral, and pre-/post-event marketing materials.
• Sales Enablement & Collateral Development: Oversee and develop sales enablement materials including presentations, customer-facing collateral, and internal toolkits to support region's sales organization.
• Presentation Development: Design impactful presentations for leadership, sales teams, and customer engagements.
• Campaign Management: Assist in managing multi-channel marketing campaigns, track performance, and optimize based on analytics.
• Periodic Publications: Craft and manage recurring communications, such as newsletters, internal announcements and updates, and campaign-related content.

Job Level Specifications:

• Extensive knowledge and application of business-to-business communications principles, theories and concepts. Complete knowledge of all job functions and the broad industry best practices, techniques and standards.
• Develops solutions to complex problems where analysis of situations and/or data requires in-depth evaluation of variables. Determine best approach to achieve results and provide suggestions to improve policies and procedures.
• Work is performed independently and requires the exercise of judgment and discretion. Exercises considerable latitude in determining objectives and approaches to assignments. Work may be reviewed at a high-level.
• May represent the organization as a primary contact on assignments and/or projects. Interacts with senior professionals and management and frequently coordinates work between departments or organizations.

Work Experience:

• Typically 5+ years with bachelor's or equivalent.

Education and Certification(s):

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience from which comparable knowledge and job skills can be obtained.

Distinguishing Characteristics:

• Strong communication, writing, proofreading and editing skills
• Ability to tailor messaging based on brand, medium, stakeholder and message recipient
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Deadline-driven with a proactive approach to execution
• Creative and critical thinker with collaborative and teamwork mindset
• Comfortable using tools like Microsoft Office, Adobe Creative Suite, etc.

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What We Offer:

Our employees work hard to live our values and help us grow. Our total rewards strategy supports Avnet’s ability to attract, engage, develop, and reward our employees, while promoting a diverse and inclusive environment. We offer competitive compensation and benefit programs — from time away and flexible working arrangements to programs supporting employee well-being and opportunities to give back to your community.

• Generous Paid Time Off

• 401K and Pension Plan

• Paid Holidays

• Family Support (Paid Leave, Surrogacy, Adoption)

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance

• Long-term and Short-term Disability Insurance

• Health Savings Account / Flexible Spending Account

• Education Assistance

• Employee Development Resources

• Employee Wellness, Leadership Development and Mentorship Programs

Benefits listed above may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Avnet.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills.

Avnet is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law. This policy of non-discrimination also applies to religious dress and grooming practices. Avnet will accommodate employee religious dress standards and grooming practices that do not result in undue hardship for the Company.  If you are interested in applying for employment with Avnet and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position contact our Human Resources Service Center at (888) 994-7669.