Marketing Coordinator

Welcome to Gordon Food Service! We are excited that you are thinking about opportunities with us, and we have an amazing story to share. Heres a quick glance of who we are and the impact you could have on the food service industry. Theres a seat at our table for you...

**Successful candidate must reside within a commutable distance of the Edmonton Division.

Position Summary:
Participates in the development, execution and tracking of marketing campaigns and events.

Location:

• Currently this is a hybrid position with 3 days expected in the office

• Must have a valid driver license and a reliable vehicle

What We Offer:

• Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug, and EFAP Benefits after 30 days of employment

• FULL flex benefits program

• Company matching RRSP

• Family culture

• Advancement opportunities

• Profit Sharing

• 125 year, family owned and operated company history

Essential Functions:

• Plans, coordinates resources, and executes industry, sales and marketing events, promotions, marketing campaigns, sales training and food shows in support of long range planning and divisional goals.

• Collaborates with internal and external teams (supplies, brokers etc.) to ensure the success of marketing campaigns and events

• Utilizes business reporting to identify and track return on investment for campaigns and events.

• Determines and appropriately manages budget and expense of campaigns, print and events for the division marketing department.

• Attends and contributes to meetings and activities as requested in support of identified needs

• Ensures project objectives are met by proofing projects for consistent, high quality copy and design.

• Enforces the correct usage of Gordon Food Service logo and brand standards on marketing materials and communications.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities:

• This position requires creative and analytical thinking; the employee also must have excellent interpersonal, communication, collaboration, and organizational skills to assist with the strategic development and implementation of marketing campaigns.

• Must have industry knowledge and be able to use profitability models, analyze and interpret data to build relationships, network and resource link.

• Ability to instruct and provide training on campaign needs.

• Must have strong project management skills to oversee and coordinate projects.

• Knowledge of marketing strategies and tactics for B2B and B2C target audiences for both products and services.

• Ability to translate the strategic advantages of various media into creative solutions for desired reach and frequency. Knowledge of digital marketing, web application processes (websites, banner ads, microsites, etc.), video, and four-color printing processes for digital, sheetfed, and web is preferred.

• Must have excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills to build and maintain customer relationships.

• Must be a team player, and have collaborative work relationships.

• Must have mathematical and analytical skills to handle project budgets and review estimates.

• Must be able to manage one’s own time, prioritize work tasks, be detail-oriented, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and work in a fast-paced environment.

• Bilingual will be considered a huge asset

Education Requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent

• Bachelors Degree in Business Administration or related field is preferred

• Three years previous marketing experience with an emphasis on campaigns, event management and business reporting or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience is preferred.

We would like to thank all candidates who apply, however only selected candidates will be contacted for an interview.

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We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those selected for the next stage will be contacted. Gordon Food Service is an equal opportunity employer who strives to provide an inclusive work environment that involves everyone and embraces the diverse talent of its people. All qualified applicants and employees will receive consideration for employment, or in terms or conditions of employment, without regard to any enumerated or analogous grounds of discrimination, including race, religious beliefs, colour, gender, gender identity, gender expression, physical disability, mental disability, age, ancestry, place of origin, marital status, source of income, family status, sexual orientation or status as a qualified individual with disability.
If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, please submit your request to talentcanada@gfs.com and use the words “Accommodation Request” in your subject line.