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Marketing Operations Co-ordinator
Job Function:The Marketing Operations coordinator is responsible for planning and coordinating the successful execution of all trade shows, consumer expos, retail and event POP material development and distribution, and selected corporate events. This includes all tasks associated with marketing events including, (but not limited to) trade show booth design and sourcing, onsite registration and implementation, onsite logistics support, and organizing event personnel.
This position reports directly to the senior Event Marketing Manager, and works closely with other departments to ensure planning and execution meets all the requirements of Sugoi’s annual operating calendar. Fully integrated workflow is required with Product Design, Sales, Marketing, Shipping & Receiving, Purchasing, Import & Export, and Accounting, as well as a variety of external vendors, suppliers, and industry affiliations.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
- Provide direct backline logistics support to the Marketing Event Manager to plan, budget, develop, and execute all Trade shows, Consumer Expos, and select Corporate Events including booth registration, lighting, drayage, shipping logistics, installation and dismantling of booth, organizing event personnel, and booking staff travel. (hotel and airfare)
- Maintain and communicate event schedule & calendars to the marketing department corporate calendar coordinator to drive key process and operational functions.
- Coordinate all tradeshow sample products and promotional products for events listed above. (All other samples ie. Sales rep samples, PR samples, design samples etc.) are coordinated by the Inside Sales manager or the Key account manager)
- Collaborate with the Creative Services team on booth and event materials within appropriate production timelines in the marketing event calendar.
- Work closely with the Marketing Event Manager and the rest of the marketing team to achieve Sugoi’s marketing and corporate strategic objectives.
- Assist the event manager with the planning and coordination of all key staff attendance at all trade shows, consumer expos, sales conferences, and other select corporate activities as required.
- Oversee and coordinate the development, sourcing, ordering, and global distribution process of key marketing materials including retail and event POP, sales rep tools, and other essential materials to support strategic objectives in the marketing plan.
- Other projects as discussed and mutually agreed with the senior event marketing manager.
- Marketing Diploma and/or at least 2 years experience in project/event management
- Strong organizational, communication, and presentation skills are a must
- High level of focused attention to detail and deadline driven
- Ability to travel extensively and work flexible hours
- Strong multi-tasking and time management skills
- Excellent team player with the ability to work independently and responsibly.
- Background in sales, customer service, and retail sales in sports industry
- Knowledgeable of MS Office applications and JDE
- Demonstrated initiative, follow-through and analytical problem-solving ability
- Proven project management and task prioritization skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume, and often ambiguous/fast-changing environment
- Positive and energetic attitude.
- Strong interest in running, cycling or general health and fitness.
- Retail sales and apparel merchandising experience
- Technical equipment knowledge
- The person in this position will be required to work in a fast-paced office setting with frequent interruptions and with the need to deal with a great diversity of people.
- Frequent/regular travel required in order to attend various race/consumer events, media events and tradeshows - minimum 50-60 travel days per year. Must hold a valid Passport and the ability to travel within the U.S.
- Work hours are non standard, requiring weekend and evening work. Work location and times are flexible (with approval from Marketing Director) depending on project flow and deadlines.
- heavy lifting and setting up and taking down of 4 x 8 panels alone and dealing with numerous pieces of freight is sometimes required.
- Working in warehouse and Exposition Hall settings is required.
As a Sugoi employee, among the rewards you can expect include a competitive salary and benefits package (including an outstanding employee discount program) and excellent long-term growth opportunities.
Sugoi is a manufacturer of technical athletic apparel that blends performance and style. The heart of our design, testing, and manufacturing operations take place within the walls of our Vancouver facilities. In addition, we handle all of our own graphics services, including catalogues and ad design; we have an extensive inside sales team that supports specialty sports retailers in North America and Europe; and we run marketing programs such as event expos and team sponsorships.
We believe that Sugoi is a great place to work. We offer a challenging and varied work environment with opportunities for career and personal growth. Our track record of long-term staff retention is testament to the ethical way in which our business is run and the value that we place upon the contributions of each employee.
Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume and cover letter. To apply please email, fax or mail a resume and covering letter in confidence to:
Attention: Human Resources
Include the position title in the Subject Line
Email: jobs@sugoi.com
Fax: (604) 879-9106
Sugoi Performance Apparel
144 East 7th Avenue
Vancouver, BC V5T 1M6
Electronic transmissions are preferred - Microsoft Word or Acrobat PDF documents only.
We sincerely thank all applicants for their interest however only those selected for the interview process will be contacted. We respectfully request that there be no inquiries by telephone.