Marketing Communications Coordinator

Urban Barn Ltd.; Burnaby; Hybrid; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading home decor retailer is seeking a Marketing Communications Coordinator to enhance brand image and drive customer engagement. This role involves developing marketing communications, coordinating campaigns, and managing vendor relationships. The successful candidate will be detail-oriented, possess excellent communication skills, and thrive in a collaborative environment. A competitive salary and benefits including a discount on products are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Health, dental, and vision coverage

40% discount on Urban Barn products

Opportunities for professional development

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in Marketing and/or Communications is an asset.
• Strong abilities in writing and proofreading are required.
• Ability to manage the marketing budget and vendor relationships.

Responsibilities

• Develop and distribute marketing communications to various stakeholders.
• Support coordination of marketing campaigns across multiple channels.
• Manage print production and promotional materials logistics.

Skills

Communication

Writing

Detail-oriented

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Bilingual (English & French)

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Overview

Help people create homes they love. Join the Urban Barn team as a Marketing Communications Coordinator at our Home Office located in Burnaby, BC.

With over 50 retail stores across the country, Urban Barn is a national retail chain offering high-quality furniture and home décor. We’re passionate about making our customers and our employees feel right at home.

• This is an in-office position Monday-Thursday, with the flexibility to work remotely on Friday's.

Reporting to the Marketing Program Manager, the Marketing Communications Coordinator plays a pivotal role in executing marketing and communication strategies that strengthen Urban Barn’s brand image and drive customer engagement.

What You’ll Do

• Develop and distribute marketing, promotional and e-commerce communications to stores, warehouses, and Home Offices.
• Monitor and respond to Marketing inquiries while coordinating with appropriate teams for timely resolution.
• Support coordination of integrated marketing campaigns across multiple channels, including digital marketing, social media, email marketing, content marketing, mobile marketing, and traditional media.
• Provide marketing administration and support, including image and product trackers, photoshoot coordination, and participation in special projects and committees as needed.
• Support marketing and PR events including seasonal launches, store openings, media opportunities, and in-store events.
• Manage print production, vendor relationships, and logistics for promotional materials, store displays, seasonal launches, point-of-sale materials, and events, ensuring timely delivery.
• Manage and track marketing budget invoices using the tracking tool, ensuring timely payments through collaboration with the accounts payable/finance department.

Who You Are

• Great communicator, able to share creative ideas and collaborate effectively with the team
• Excellent writing and proofreading skills
• Extremely detail-oriented with the ability to multitask and meet tight deadlines
• Active listener who values diverse perspectives and fosters open dialogue
• Trusted professional who maintains confidentiality of sensitive and personal information
• Proactive and always looking for ways to improve processes, embracing change with a positive mindset
• Strong team player who builds positive, respectful relationships across all levels
• Reliable and committed to meeting deadlines while balancing multiple priorities

What You Bring

• Proficiency in MS Office is required
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational and time management abilities
• Adaptability and a proactive approach to taking on additional responsibilities
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment
• Bilingual language skills (French & English) are an asset
• 1-3 years of experience in Marketing and/or Communications is an asset

Why Join Urban Barn

• We don't just sell home decor; we help furnish life's biggest moments
• Competitive salary
• Group benefits (health, dental, and vision coverage)
• A Group RSP program
• A 40% discount on Urban Barn products
• Occupaions for professional development and advancement
• We offer a fun work environment with a collaborative team that loves to talk design

Urban Barn offers a welcoming environment where inclusion, diversity, and equity are paramount. We are committed to creating and strengthening a culture of respect and openness in all our stores, warehouses, and offices.