JOB DESCRIPTION

The District Marketing Manager (DMM), reports to the Senior Regional Manager - Marketing & Culinary and leads the implementation of marketing programs at multiple accounts within a defined district. The DMM is responsible for supporting critical business initiatives, including the activation of corporate marketing and consumer insights programs, creation and activation of account marketing / growth plans, growing base business, new sales and retention, client value creation, and enhancing Aramark’s brand health. The DMM collaborates with the Senior Regional Manager - Marketing & Culinary, as well as on-site operations and culinary teams while building marketing acumen in their district.
The District Marketing Manager participates in branding, merchandising, vendor-related national and local promotions, and proprietary limited-time offers. This role is integral to increasing customer satisfaction scores, improving margins and market share for accounts in the district.

QUALIFICATIONS

• A diploma, degree or equivalent in marketing (ie. B.A., B.Comm, etc.) with a strong interest in marketing and sustainability matters
• 3+ years experience in marketing – hospitality/foodservice experience preferred
• Strong presentation and communication skills
• Proficient Microsoft Office Suite: Word, Excel and Power Point
• Proficient with Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign)
• Business analysis – ability to track, analyze, and present results from marketing program implementation
• Project management – Multiple tasks will be managed at one time resulting in a need for strong time management and multi-tasking skills
• Dealing with ambiguity – able to get in, assess the situation, identify key players, set action plan, and deliver
• Results oriented – analytical skills and ability to think strategically about the business are essential
• Knowledge of foodservice operations with understanding of connection between menus, recipes and ingredients.
• Knowledge of Quebec retail market and foodservice industry is considered an asset.
• Candidates must be fully bilingual in both French and English (spoken, written, reading and comprehension)