We are currently recruiting for a Marketing & Communications Specialist. The candidate will play a crucial role supporting the sales and marketing team in the development and execution of marking strategies. The successful candidate will be tasked with managing an annual marketing budget. This role requires a highly organized, driven, and detail-oriented individual who can manage multiple projects simultaneously, work well under pressure, and thrive in a fast-paced environment. The position will be based in our Saskatoon, SK Head Office and will collaborate with various divisions and teams to align company efforts and standards.
Delco Perks & Benefits
Retirement Support: We provide every full-time employee with RRSP matching for their long-term plans.
Health & Wellness: Staying healthy is important; we provide health, dental, life, and disability insurance, a health spending account, along with our employee assistance program.
Development Opportunities: We value our employee career development by offering professional support, a training reimbursement program, Lunch n' Learns, etc.
Social: We enjoy getting together informally and at company events including the golf tournament, Christmas party, summer BBQs, etc.
Culture: Join our innovative, collaborative, and energetic environment.
Flexibility: We try to accommodate real-life as much as possible and know that work is just a part of our daily lives.
Facilities: Our head office in Saskatoon has on-site parking, an on-site gym, easy access to the Meewasin walking trail, and an employee lounge equipped with a golf simulator, TVs, gaming systems, and refreshments.
Responsibilities
Marketing Plan:
- Creation of Marketing Plan to support customer base expansion.
- Assess opportunities for growth by industry, region and application.
- Energetically represent Delco at regularly attended industry functions.
- Research, evaluate, and provide feedback on market and creative trends.
- Identify target audiences and discover potential untapped market opportunities.
Brand Strategy:
- Creation of annual content calendar for LinkedIn and other platforms as appropriate.
- Assess characteristics of products or services to be promoted and advise on the advertising needs to increase interest.
- Identify customer value requirements.
- Oversee and/or create blogs, presentations, promotional material design, and other communications material to improve Delco brand recognition.
- Establish and maintain consistency in branding across all Delco divisions.
Event Coordination:
- Coordination of corporate trade shows and conference team attendance, hospitality nights, and internal company events.
Collaboration:
- Work with internal teams to help drive a customer-driven company culture.
Budget Management:
- Assist with budget and track related expenses relating to the Marketing Plan.
- Generate reports to report on progress.
Corporate Projects
- Manage Delco’s quarterly Employee Newsletter
- Lead the creation of a company marketing video to be used for recruiting and marketing purposes
- Support the various divisions with ad-hoc marketing-related tasks.
Required
- Bachelor's Degree or Diploma in Marketing, Communications, Business, or a related field.
- Preference will be given to candidates with relevant work experience.
- Proficiency in marketing software and tools, and social media platforms.
- Team player with a positive attitude and willingness to learn and take on new challenges.
- Excellent verbal and written communications skills.
- Detail-oriented, analytical, and strong organizational skills.
- Ability to draft professional corporate correspondence.
- Strong listening and presentation skills.
- Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and manage time effectively.
Desired
- A genuine focus on customer understanding and satisfaction.
- Ability to work successfully both independently and in collaborative team environments.
- Follow the work ethic of ‘say what you do, and do what you say’.
- Strong problem solving and troubleshooting skills with an innovative mindset.
- Quick learner; able to adapt to new technologies rapidly.
- Ability to plan, prioritize, and work under pressure to meet set deadlines.
- Highly motivated & ability to conduct themselves in a professional manner.
If you are a motivated individual with a passion for marketing and communications, we invite you to apply for the position of Marketing and Communications Specialist. Join our team and contribute to our continued success in the industry.
About Us
Founded in 1994, Delco Automation Inc. is a premier integrator of process automation and control systems aimed at providing technology-driven solutions to the security, healthcare, corrections, manufacturing, technology, and water and wastewater industries. Headquartered in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan and with operations across the country, Delco Automation employs over 200 people and is growing rapidly to support its clients across North America.
Delco Automation Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. If you need assistance or accommodation with your application, please contact us.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $60,000.00-$85,000.00 per year
Additional pay:
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Flexible schedule
- Life insurance
- On-site gym
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
Schedule:
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Saskatoon, SK S7K 0A6: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Education:
Experience:
- Marketing: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person
