Marketing Manager

Role Responsibilities: 

• Lead the development of marketing strategy, assets, programs, and growth initiatives in the Region including but not limited to; product and services marketing, social media, event planning, performance recognition programs, promotions, Sysco Rewards, brand positioning, and industry associations.  

• Own communication excellence and marketing to our three levels of customers: External, Internal, and Vendor partners.  

• Develop, execute, measure, and report out on Local Sales Promotions, with the ability to strategically make recommendations based on results, insights, and market analytics.   

• Support and manage the Revolution Vendor program and relationships with all vendors to develop growth strategies for the marketplace.  

• Be the ambassador for and expert on programs such as Sysco Rewards, Sysco Advantage, New Customer Onboarding, Marketing/Menu Services, and all other internal resources in our sales toolkit as found on Sysco Kitchen.  

• Manage the execution of the regional calendar of marketing activities, including: event planning, trade shows, general sales meetings (GSM), catalogues, sales growth programs, digital communications, and customer loyalty programs. 

• Partner with Sales and Merchandising Leadership to develop growth and communication strategies based on opportunities, market insights, and learnings from other regions. 

• Work collaboratively with the Sysco Canada marketing team, maintaining strong alignment and sharing of resources, strategies, processes, and tools.   

• Plan and maintain the regional marketing budget. 

• Support a Customers First Mindset while carrying out daily duties 

• Complies with Sysco’s Food Safety Policy and procedures to ensure food safety, quality and legality requirements are met. 

• Is willing to work safely with minimal environmental impact and understands the importance of reporting all hazards, incidents, and environmental spills immediately to their Supervisor. 

• Understands that they play an integral role in their own safety and that of their colleagues and is willing to speak out when hazards are present. 

• Perform other duties as assigned. 

Qualifications/Skills/Job Requirements (About you): 

• 5+ years in Marketing and/or Marketing Management role 

• Completion of post-secondary education 

• Advanced Adobe Design applications and project management 

• Exceptional communication and influencing skills (verbal, written, presentations) 

• Strong evaluation capabilities; to interpret business needs and recommend effective solutions that meet business objectives  

• Ability to implement change management strategies using consultation, facilitation, negotiation, coaching and mentoring skills. 

• Embraces change and champions corporate initiatives 

• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Applications Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)  

• Valid driver’s license with access to a vehicle may be required.