Social Media Manager (Hybrid or Remote Available)

JOIN US AND "CREATE YOUR VISION" About Us S&S Activewear is a leading North American, tech enabled specialty distributor of imprintable apparel, including t shirts, fleece, athletic wear, headwear, workwear, scrubs and accessories. We pride ourselves on being the “critical link” that enables our 100+ brand partners such as Adidas, Columbia and Gildan to reach our hyper fragmented base of customers, comprised of apparel decorators, eRetailers and promotional products distributors that embellish apparel items for diverse end consumer use cases (e.g., everyday wear, concerts, fitness attire, life events, team sports, etc.). At S&S, we differentiate in the market through a customer service focus, strategic product portfolio, world class distribution infrastructure, a collaborative growth culture and a relentless focus on technology and innovation. Our success has compounded since the Company’s humble beginnings in 1988 as a regional t shirt distributor to a leading, multibillion dollar value-added distribution platform that drives market penetration for our suppliers while enabling growth, operations and fulfillment for a diverse range of customers across channels and business sizes. Today, we continue to strive to be the apparel distributor of choice by inspiring and fostering growth for customers, employees and suppliers, anchored in our commitment to Lead with Respect, Never Settle, Own the Outcome, Win Together, and the belief that Innovation Powers Our Hustle. These values guide how we serve, how we collaborate and how we continuously improve, ensuring we deliver on our promise of service, deep relationships, innovation, continuous improvement and accountability. About The Role S&S Activewear is looking for a sharp, strategic Social Media Manager to lead and grow our LinkedIn presence as the primary channel for B2B thought leadership and pipeline influence, while evolving our Instagram presence as a complementary brand and engagement channel. This role is about B2B thought leadership, relevance, and buzz—with measurable business impact. You’ll own how S&S shows up on LinkedIn to customers, partners, and decision-makers, translating industry authority into audience growth, engagement quality, and pipeline influence. Instagram supports the strategy; LinkedIn leads it. SCHEDULE Monday-Friday, Full-Time, Exempt Location: Hybrid or Remote (Hybrid location - 220 Remington Blvd Bolingbrook, IL) Starting pay - $71,136.00+ based on experience Benefits We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your life, health, and future. Benefits begin 0–90 days after hire and include Vacation, Personal, and Sick time; Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and Disability coverage; Flexible Spending Accounts; and a 401(k) plan. You’ll also enjoy discounts on brand‑name apparel, fun employee events, and meaningful opportunities for growth and advancement. Join a company that invests in you from day one. What You Will Do • LinkedIn Strategy & Audience Growth (Primary Focus) • Own and evolve a LinkedIn-first strategy designed to grow audience size, engagement quality, and influence with B2B decision-makers. • Establish S&S as a consistent thought leader through original posts, carousels, executive content, customer stories, case studies, UGC, and partner collaborations. • Partner with PR and Executive Thought Leadership teams to shape and amplify executive presence on LinkedIn. • Translate business priorities, campaigns, and insights into platform-native LinkedIn content that supports awareness, consideration, and pipeline influence. Instagram Strategy (Secondary, Strategic Channel) • Own Instagram as a supporting channel—focused on brand-forward storytelling, short-form video, and industry relevance. • Create Reels, short-form video, static posts, Stories, UGC, and case studies that reinforce S&S’s leadership and momentum. • Ensure Instagram content complements LinkedIn priorities rather than competing with them. Content Planning & Business Alignment • Set and manage the social content calendar with a LinkedIn-led cadence, balancing core business campaigns with timely cultural moments, industry events, and relevant conversations. • Partner closely with sales, marketing, PR, and cross-functional teams to ensure social supports broader go-to-market and demand generation efforts. Industry Presence, Buzz & Partnerships • Identify key industry players, standout brands, and creators—especially those performing well on LinkedIn—and develop ideas to feature, collaborate, or co-create content. • Actively engage with customers, prospects, partners, and industry voices to build credibility and community. Events & Field Content • Develop and execute a LinkedIn-forward event coverage strategy that connects with customers before, during, and after events. • Capture social-ready content at events and industry moments, with an emphasis on assets that can be repurposed across the year. • Partner with Marketing and PR to align

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