Trade Development Coordinator

Women of the Vine & Spirits; Calgary; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent beverage distributor in Calgary is looking for a Marketing Coordinator to support the Trade Development team. Responsibilities include coordinating marketing activities, developing presentations, and maintaining program trackers. The ideal candidate will have a college diploma and experience in marketing or administration, preferably within the beverage sector. This role offers a competitive salary between $50,000 and $55,000, along with comprehensive benefits, including medical coverage and tuition assistance.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical coverage

401(k) plan

Tuition assistance

Wellness program

Qualifications

• 1+ year of experience in marketing or administration, preferably in the beverage industry.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and other specialized software.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate marketing activities and manage communication with the Trade Development team.
• Assist in developing presentations and marketing programs.
• Maintain documents and trackers for marketing activities.

Skills

Marketing coordination

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Leadership

Education

College diploma or equivalency

Tools

Computer applications

Job description

Company

Southern Glazer's Wine & Spirits

Location

Calgary

Other

Sales

What You Need To Know

Shape a remarkable future with us. Build a career working for an industry leader that truly invests in their people – and equips them with leading technology, continuous learning, and the ability to bring their best selves to work. As the preeminent wine and spirits distributor, Southern Glazer's isn’t just one of Forbes’ Top Private Companies; it’s a family‑owned business with deep roots dating back to 1933.

Southern Glazer's is proud of its well‑earned positive reputation, continually achieving accolades for our outstanding workplace culture. We take pride in creating a culture where our people are valued, supported, and provided opportunities for growth and belonging.

Southern Glazer's offers a competitive compensation package with expected first‑year total earnings between $50,000 – $55,000. In determining a final offer, the company will evaluate a specific candidate’s education, skills and experience and make an offer appropriately.

As a full‑time employee, you can choose from a wide‑ranging menu of our Top Shelf Benefits, including comprehensive medical and prescription drug coverage, dental and vision plans, tax‑saving Flexible Spending Accounts, disability coverage, life insurance plans, and a 401(k) plan. We also offer tuition assistance, a wellness program, parental leave, vacation accrual, paid sick leave, and more.

By joining Southern Glazer's, you would be part of a team that values excellence, innovation, and community. This is more than just a job – it’s an opportunity to build the future of beverage distribution and grow with a company that truly cares about its people.

Overview

Work collaboratively with the Trade Development team to assist in the coordination, communication, and execution of marketing activities including tracking, development of presentations, programming, and other duties as required.

Primary Responsibilities

• Serve as the initial point of contact for the regional Trade Development team on all marketing activities
• Assist in the development of programs and presentations
• Maintain program and activity trackers, calendars, and brand information for the regional teams’ Trade Development locally and on SharePoint
• Coordinate all trade shows, local events, regional visits, and coordinate meetings/conference calls with follow‑up communications and meeting minutes
• Communicate any market updates (internal bulletins, environmental, government)

Additional Primary Responsibilities

• Manage purchasing, shipping, and receiving as required by internal and external stakeholder supplier shipment, and local delivery of assigned‑supplier portfolios
• Maintain an understanding of supplier brand strategies, pricing, promotions, and merchandising strategies (DO shelf positioning)
• Maintain the SGWS office (reception, conference rooms, kitchen, greeting visitors) and complete clerical and administrative functions (ordering supplies, phone support, office couriers). Administrative duties such as phone support, file correspondence, and reports; maintain files
• Perform other job‑related duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• College diploma or equivalency plus one year of experience
• 2 or more years of diverse marketing and administrative experience, preferably in the beverage industry
• Proficient working knowledge of computerized applications, for example, word processing, spreadsheet, database, presentation software, email, and specialized business applications software
• Must require little direction or supervision; goal‑oriented, focused, and assertive
• Ability to manage multiple projects/priorities on tight deadlines and maintain a high level of quality output
• Strong analytical, leadership and verbal/written communication skills

Physical Demands

• Physical demands with activity or condition for a considerable amount of time include sitting and typing/keyboarding using a computer (e.g., keyboard, mouse, and monitor) or adding machine
• Physical demands with activity or condition may include occasional walking, bending, reaching, standing, and stooping
• May require occasional lifting/lowering, pushing, carrying, or pulling up to 20 lbs

EEO Statement

Southern Glazer's Wine and Spirits, an affirmative action/EEO employer, prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

SGWS complies with all federal, state and local laws concerning consideration of a qualified applicant’s arrest and/or criminal conviction records. Southern Glazer's Wine and Spirits provides competitive compensation based on estimated performance level consistent with the past relevant experience, knowledge, skills, abilities and education of employees. Unless otherwise expressly stated, any pay ranges posted here are estimates from outside of Southern Glazer's Wine and Spirits and do not reflect Southern Glazer's pay bands or ranges.

If you have any questions or concerns about whether this posting complies/adheres with local pay transparency requirements, please contact the SGWS talent acquisition team at [e-mail].