Specialist, Marketing

McDonald's; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A major fast-food chain in Toronto seeks a Marketing Specialist to support its Chicken, Desserts, and Value portfolios. The role requires 2-3 years of marketing experience in consumer retail or service marketing. Responsibilities include assisting in project development and marketing campaigns. Ideal candidates are creative thinkers with strong organizational skills in a fast-paced environment. This position offers a hybrid work environment that encourages teamwork and strategic thinking.

Benefits

Diverse and inclusive workplace

Career growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of marketing experience in consumer retail or service marketing.
• Strong organizational skills and detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Self-starter with a solution-oriented mindset.

Responsibilities

• Assist the National Marketing Manager in project development.
• Support internal review and approval of marketing campaigns.
• Develop strong relationships to lead and support marketing campaigns.

Skills

2–3 years of marketing experience

Strong written and verbal communication

Creative thinker

Digitally savvy

Strong organizational skills

Self-starter

Education

Degree in Marketing

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Job Description

At McDonald’s, we are committed to being the best, and that starts with finding the best people. We have built a team of extraordinary people from around the world. We are problem solvers, risk takers, innovators, and thought leaders that take our work seriously, but have fun doing it. We challenge ourselves to get smarter and sharper every day, we value personal and professional growth, and believe in rewarding and celebrating our successes.

The Opportunity

We currently have an opportunity for a Marketing Specialist, to join our team at the Toronto Corporate Office, working in a hybrid environment. If you thrive in a fast‑paced environment filled with non‑stop action, then this role is for you!

Who You Are

You have the ability to build strong relationships and work collaboratively in a team environment with both internal and external parties. You love to solve problems and can think critically to make the right decisions. You have strong organizational and planning skills to move the company forward and make an impact on strategic initiatives. You are a change agent, with strong communication skills who can effectively support our system in a fast paced and agile environment.

Duties

• Primary responsibility is to assist the National Marketing Manager in developing and executing projects to support our Chicken, Desserts & Value portfolios. We have a passion for serving great‑tasting Chicken and Desserts, as well as providing reliable, affordable options for our guests across the menu. We are looking for: A bold strategic thinker to join our team of Chicken, Desserts and Value enthusiasts and help bring new products and promotions to life.
• A strong growth mindset and collaborative project management approach with internal and external partners are critical to this role – taking initiative to support our brand and business is a must!
• Our industry moves fast; a willingness to learn quickly, adapt to change, and demonstrate leadership in this role is valued by our organization.
• Responsibilities include:
• Supporting the development of communication briefs and cross‑functional briefing presentations, and providing strategic feedback on advertising campaigns (merch, mass, delivery, digital, social, owned assets & media plans).
• Responsible for internal review and approval of marketing campaigns, to ensure they adhere to brand standards & legal regulations, and developing communication for the field to ensure proper understanding of marketing promotions and flawless execution.
• Liaison with cross‑functional teams, developing strong relationships to lead, persuade and listen to support the execution of marketing campaigns and launches, facilitating and influencing the cross‑functional team and managing the collaborative process (Ops, Deployment, Restaurant Execution & Comms, Supply Chain, Legal, Menu, Owned Channels – CRM/Retail).
• Work with Consumer and Business Insights teams to understand category opportunities, consumer needs, and identify opportunities to drive sales and visits.
• Support of admin duties: billing, file management, internal communications, research, organizing project background information.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of marketing experience in consumer retail or service marketing. Category management experience is an asset.
• Digitally savvy with understanding in how to reach consumers in a world where we need to earn attention.
• Creative thinker that is customer focused.
• Education: Degree in Marketing preferred.
• Collaboration and communication: Strong written and verbal communication skills to act as a liaison, work efficiently, listen effectively, and build relationships with key stakeholders.
• Self‑starter: Takes initiative to work independently on day‑to‑day priorities and planning for future needs with a solution‑oriented mindset. Ability to think ahead and anticipate issues, creative problem solver, and critical thinker.
• Agility: Must have good organizational skills, be detail‑oriented, and can prioritize and manage multiple tasks. Thrives in a highly fast‑paced environment.
• Technical skills: Proven Experience in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Additional Information

McDonald’s Canada and Owner/Operators are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace for all. Our workplaces have a long‑standing policy of providing fair, equitable, and accessible opportunities for all employees and prospective employees. Accommodations during the application process are available upon request.