Manager, In Store Marketing - 12 Month Contract

Loblaw Agency; Brampton; On-site; CAD 68,000 - 93,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Purchase discount program

Online learning through Academy

Job summary

Shoppers Drug Mart Inc. in Brampton is seeking an experienced in-store marketing lead to manage campaigns, signage, and print materials. You will work with Brand, Loblaw Agency, and vendors to deliver impactful POP experiences.

The role requires strong project management, retail marketing knowledge, and ability to coordinate cross-functional teams. This full-time contract position offers competitive pay and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education equivalent to a bachelor’s degree in marketing, business administration, Graphic Communications, or related field.
• Strong knowledge of print production processes, materials, and requirements.
• Knowledge of the Canadian retail landscape and in-store marketing practices.
• Five or more years of experience in retail channel marketing, in-store marketing, visual merchandising, or related field.
• Experience in retail or print production is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Lead in-store marketing campaigns and signage with Brand, Loblaw Agency, and external vendors to develop impactful POP programs.
• Translate brand campaigns into cohesive in-store experiences across signage and displays.
• Own the marketing campaign calendar and ensure timely delivery of campaigns and launches.
• Drive end-to-end execution of multiple in-store campaigns and print materials from concept to rollout.
• Monitor campaign performance and identify opportunities to optimize in-store customer experience.
• Manage vendor relationships and alternative production/print solutions to improve quality and reduce costs.
• Serve as primary contact for Marketing teams coordinating timelines, budgets, and fulfillment.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Project management

Multi-tasking

Independent working

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Location:

1 Presidents Choice Circle, Brampton, Ontario, L6Y 5S5

At Shoppers Drug Mart, we’re innovating health and wellness in Canada. From prescriptions to walk-in clinics, and a beloved loyalty program, we’re caring and supporting our customers in new ways every day.

With more than 1,300 locally owned and operated stores from coast to coast, the Shoppers Drug Mart network is more than a great place to shop, it’s a great place to work. We’re committed to building our talented team who champion collaboration, kindness and inclusivity. Join our team, and help recognize a healthy future for your career and for all Canadians.

Why this role is important?

Reporting to the Senior Manager, In-store Marketing, the incumbent, will be responsible for the management and delivery of in store Campaigns, Signage and Print materials ensuring that strategic objectives along with innovation through POP captures a unique customer in store experience.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Lead campaign marketing initiatives by partnering directly with Brand, Loblaw Agency, and external vendors to develop and execute impactful point-of-purchase programs, including signage, innovation, sourcing, and prototyping, that enhance the in-store customer experience.


• Translate brand campaigns into compelling in-store experiences by delivering cohesive storytelling across signage, displays, and store environments that bring campaigns to life.


• Own the marketing campaign calendar, ensuring timely delivery of campaigns, product launches, and key business moments.


• Drive excellence in the end-to-end execution of multiple in-store marketing campaigns and print materials, overseeing briefing, production, and rollout from concept through launch to ensure timely delivery, quality, consistency, and impact.


• Monitoring performance of campaigns and in-store initiatives, identifying opportunities to optimize the in-store customer experience.


• Manage vendor relationships while identifying and implementing alternative production and print solutions that improve quality, increase efficiency, reduce costs and timelines, optimize substrates, and maximize overall value.


• Serve as the primary point of contact for Marketing teams, leading the implementation of in-store marketing programs across project workbacks, timelines, budgets, shipping, kitting, and fulfillment.


• Participate in key cross-functional meetings to align stakeholders on project objectives, priorities, timelines, and deliverables that support business results.


• Partner closely with production team to ensure all artwork and print files meet required specifications, technical standards, and production requirements.


• Source and evaluate hardware, fixtures, and supporting materials required for in-store signage and other marketing initiatives.


• Develop and deliver clear, compelling presentations that communicate new innovations, in-store concepts and visualizations, production recommendations, and cost options.


• Proactively monitor project milestones and deliverables to ensure accuracy, completeness, and on-time execution, while promptly communicating any risks or issues that may affect delivery to management and key stakeholders.


• Support store audits and collaborate with print vendors to ensure store profiles, specifications, and distribution information remain accurate and up to date.

Required Skills

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate clearly and concisely and demonstrate effective listening skills.


• Exceptional organizational, prioritization, and project management skills, with the ability to manage tight deadlines and accommodate last-minute revisions.


• Strong business acumen, including demonstrated negotiation and multitasking skills.


• Ability to manage multiple competing priorities and timelines in a fast-paced environment.


• Proactive approach to identifying the root causes of issues and developing effective solutions.


• Highly flexible and adaptable, with the ability to establish priorities and work effectively through changing expectations and ambiguity.


• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams and external partners.


• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.


• Access to a vehicle and willingness to travel frequently to store locations.

Education & Job Knowledge

• Post-secondary education equivalent to a bachelor’s degree in marketing, business administration, Graphic Communications, or a related field.


• Strong knowledge of print production processes, materials, and requirements.


• Knowledge of the Canadian retail landscape and in-store marketing practices.

Experience

• Five or more years of experience in retail channel marketing, in-store marketing, visual merchandising, or a closely related field.


• Experience working within a retail organization or print production company is considered an asset.


• Proven experience managing and delivering multiple projects with competing priorities, timelines, and stakeholders.

Please note that contractors engaged through the Loblaw Agency work varying hours each week and are compensated on an hourly basis.

The pay rate for this position is $45.00 per hour.

Please disregard the salary range displayed below, as it does not apply to this contract opportunity. The hourly rate of $45.00 per hour will remain in effect for the duration of the contract.

Candidates are welcome to discuss any compensation-related questions during their screening interview.

Why work at Shoppers Drug Mart?

Acting as consultants, supporting internal customers and the Associate-Owners, you will get experience unique to the retail industry while working for an award-winning national brand. Benefit from a purchase discount program, competitive pay and online learning through Academy.

Take ownership of your work and find more ways to care about your work, co-workers, customers and community.

How You’ll Succeed

At Shoppers Drug Mart Inc., we seek great people to continually strengthen our culture. We believe great people model our values, are authentic, build trust and make connections.

If that sounds like you, and you are open-minded, responsive to change and up to the challenges provided in a fast-paced retail environment,

Employment Type

Full time

Type Of Role

Non-Payroll Contractor

Shoppers Drug Mart Inc. recognizes Canada's diversity as a source of national pride and strength. We have made it a priority to reflect our nation’s evolving diversity in the products we sell, the people we hire, and the culture we create in our organization. Accommodation is available upon request for applicants with disabilities in the recruitment and assessment process and when hired.

In addition, we believe that compliance with laws is about doing the right thing. Upholding the law is part of our Code of Conduct – it reinforces what our customers and stakeholders expect of us.

Hiring Range / Échelle Salariale à L’embauche

$68,000.00 - $93,500.00 / 68.000,00$ - 93.500,00$ (per year / par an)

A candidate’s experience and knowledge as well as the geographical region in which the position is located may be factored into the pay a candidate receives for this position. This posting is for an existing vacancy. The Company uses artificial intelligence for the purpose of screening, assessing and/or selecting applicants for this position. / L’expérience et les connaissances d’un candidat ainsi que la région géographique dans laquelle le poste est situé peuvent être prises en compte dans la rémunération qu’un candidat reçoit pour ce poste. Cette offre d’emploi concerne un poste vacant existant. L’entreprise utilise l’intelligence artificielle dans le but de filtrer, d’évaluer et/ou de sélectionner les candidats à ce poste.

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