REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

• Minimum 2 years of experience as a Marketing Coordinator or similar role. Experience in QSR or Franchise experience is a plus.
• Post-secondary education in Business Administration, Marketing, or related field
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple campaigns and complex projects simultaneously.
• Creative aptitude and strong attention to detail.
• A solid understanding of print production processes, database management, direct mail, and digital platforms.
• Ability to maintain strong relationships with a key stakeholders, including internal teams, and franchise partners
• Strong problem solving skills and ability to think critically under pressure.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present ideas and updates to franchisees and internal teams on a regular basis
• Willingness to travel as needed
• Flexible, adaptable and responds quickly to change.
  Please note that any offer of employment will be conditional upon a background check, including a criminal record check.
  Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

• Employee assistance program
• Employee stock purchase plan
• On-site parking

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Richmond Hill, ON L4B 2N

SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES

The Marketing Coordinator reports directly to the Marketing Manager and is responsible for supporting the marketing department with execution of all marketing activities and initiatives for the brand. They will also be responsible for departmental administrative duties, program execution, and local store marketing.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Be the communication resource link between the Corporate Office marketing team and the field (Business Development Managers and Franchisees/Operators)
• Collaborate with the Business Development Consultants to plan, coordinate and execute marketing efforts, and manage budgets for guest appreciation events and new store openings, to maximize brand/restaurant introduction to market
• Manage the development of all regional and local store marketing creative and POP materials and ensures distribution according to established timelines
• Strategize and develop solutions for specific locations, garnering insights from the Business Development Consultants & Franchise owners to drive sales and traffic
• Work with the Business Development Consultants to develop and implement restaurant-specific Local Store Marketing plans as required, within budget requirements to meet goals (i.e., increase new trial and existing guest frequency, sales, and brand loyalty)
• Maintain and update distribution lists and inventory for restaurant graphics and marketing materials.
• Monitor competitor activities and market trends, providing insights to the team and identifying opportunities for growth and improvement.
• Support the Marketing manager in the launch of new menu items and limited time offers, focusing on in-store materials such as menu boards, posters and clings. Provide thought leadership and education updates to the franchise teams through training webinars as it pertains to marketing locally
• Aptitude for administrative tasks and functions that represent 25% of this role