Marketing Operations Lead

Export Development Canada | Exportation et développement Canada; Ottawa; Híbrido; CAD 94.664 - 126.219; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Flexible benefits – Medical, Dental, Life

Defined Contribution Pension Plan

Competitive vacation program

Wellness programs – Mental health support, fitness programs

Professional Development opportunities

Descripción de la vacante

A leading export development organization in Ottawa is seeking a Marketing Operations Lead. This role offers a hybrid work environment and a competitive salary range of $94,664 to $126,219 annually. Responsibilities include leading operational planning of marketing campaigns, developing standardized processes, and tracking budgets. Ideal candidates will have 7+ years in marketing operations and strong project management skills.

Formación

• 7+ years of experience in marketing operations, project management, or a related role.
• Strong understanding of marketing workflows and campaign execution.
• Proven track record of being result oriented.

Responsabilidades

• Lead quarterly planning process for the marketing department.
• Develop and maintain standardized processes, templates, and documentation.
• Track marketing budgets and spend against plan.

Conocimientos

Marketing operations

Project management

Analytical mindset

Excellent communication skills

Strong organizational skills

Herramientas

Asana

Monday.com

Wrike

Excel

Looker

Tableau

Descripción del empleo

Overview

Marketing Operations Lead at Export Development Canada | Exportation et développement Canada. Employment type: Permanent. Location: Ottawa, Ontario (hybrid work environment; office 2 days per week; relocation assistance available).

Application deadline: September 16th, 2025

Position: Marketing Operations Lead

Compensation: Marketing Generalist 18: Salaries range from $94,664 to $126,219 annually, based on qualifications and experience, plus a performance-based incentive.

Why Join EDC

• Collaborate with a diverse, experienced team
• Thrive in a supportive, teamwork-driven environment
• Impact global communities through sustainable growth in emerging markets
• Recognized as one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers, Best Diversity Employers, and a Top 100 Family-Friendly Employers
• Comprehensive Total Rewards package:
• Flexible benefits – Medical, Dental, Life, and more, with additional Flex credits
• Defined Contribution Pension Plan – Generous matching program
• Competitive vacation program – 4 weeks vacation + 2 floater days (for permanent employees)
• Wellness programs – Mental health support, fitness programs
• Professional Development – Conferences, language training, educational opportunities

Team & Context

As part of the Chief Operations Officer Group (COO), the Marketing Strategy and Effectiveness (MSE) team supports Brand, Demand Generation, Customer Experience, Customer Analytics, Martech and Web Experience initiatives. The Marketing Operations Lead will support the Operations team to drive coherence, efficiency and scalability across the marketing department.

What You Will Be Doing

• Lead quarterly planning process for the marketing department
• Lead operational planning and execution of marketing campaigns and initiatives
• Maintain visibility into project timelines, deliverables, and resource allocation at scale
• Ensure alignment between marketing activities and business objectives
• Facilitate collaboration between marketing teams to ensure integration across campaigns

• Identify opportunities to streamline workflows and improve campaign and initiative execution
• Develop and maintain standardized processes, templates, and documentation
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and operational discipline

• Recommend ways to leverage existing tools and platforms to improve marketing efficiency
• Collaborate with martech owners to ensure tools are used effectively by the marketing team
• Promote automation and digital workflows to reduce manual tasks and increase scalability

• Define and track key operational metrics and KPIs
• Build dashboards and reports to provide visibility into campaign performance and team productivity
• Deliver actionable insights to marketing leadership for strategic decision-making

• Serve as a central point of coordination between marketing teams and agency partners
• Facilitate communication, alignment, and documentation across teams
• Support resource planning and capacity management across the department

• Assist in tracking marketing budgets and spend against plan
• Support vendor management

• Maintain and enforce operational documentation, including Standard Operating Procedures and campaign playbooks
• Ensure compliance with internal policies and external regulations (e.g., privacy laws)
• Promote consistency and quality across all marketing deliverables

What We Are Looking For

• 7+ years of experience in marketing operations, project management, or a related role
• Strong understanding of marketing workflows and campaign execution
• Experience with project management tools (e.g., Asana, Monday.com, Wrike)
• Analytical mindset with proficiency in reporting tools (e.g., Excel, Looker, Tableau)
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Ability to work cross-functionally and manage multiple priorities
• Proven track record of being result oriented

What Will Make You Stand Out

• Bilingual in both official languages (French and English)
• Experience working in or with sales or channel departments
• Familiar with the exporter journey
• Knowledge of Azure Dev Ops or similar work management tools
• Experience with GenAI tools

Eligibility

• EDC is committed to Fair Employment Practices and preference will be given to candidates who can work legally in Canada (Canadian Citizens or Permanent Residents). Candidates must meet government security screening requirements. The position is open to those who meet all essential requirements and submit by the closing date.

Ready to make a difference? This is your chance to join a dynamic, growing team and leave your mark on our organization, development finance, and the world. Apply today!

Want to learn more about EDC? Check our website: https://www.edc.ca

EDC’s Commitment to Employment Equity

Export Development Canada (EDC) is dedicated to fostering employment equity and building a diverse workforce. We are committed to a safe and inclusive environment that respects people from all cultures, backgrounds, and abilities. We nurture a culture of inclusion and belonging where everyone has equal opportunity to grow, develop, succeed, and be their truest selves. We actively encourage applications from women, Indigenous peoples, visible minorities, persons with disabilities, and members of the 2SLGBTQI+ community. Should you require accommodations during recruitment, please contact the Recruitment team at [e-mail].

Posting Date: Sep 2, 2025

Primary Location: Ontario-Ottawa

Job Type: Permanent

Schedule: Full-time