Job Description

Overview:Marketing Coordinator:Provides day to day marketing and sales support for marketing teams and management teams. Coordinates and assists in the implementation of marketing plans. Manages memberships with NPD and CEMC. Analyses and generates reports findings from data received. Prepares required inventory forecasts for assigned products. Safeguards the knowledge of confidential information regarding marketing plans and product development. Coordinates events, assess effectiveness and makes recommendations. Performs all other duties as assigned.Please note this is a 12-month contract opportunity. Responsibilities:Responsibilities

• Assists in the development of marketing plans with corporate departments or approved agencies. Assists in the implementation of marketing plans. Analyses and interprets marketing and sales data for trends and competitive information such as target customer needs, competitor information, market size, penetration, other trends, upcoming product introductions. Monitors existing and new product offerings, industry development and competitive products.
• Coordinates various marketing activities within established guidelines. Assists in the research and development of marketing strategies for trade shows and media coverage participation. Prepares documentation and reports. Handles various issues, sources materials, and follows up as required. Sources and arranges distribution of product, promotional and marketing materials. Assists with the development of graphic designs for web and publishing media for use in displays and presentations.
• Prepares PowerPoint presentations for events or distribution to account managers and management. Assists with customer presentations, product launches, internal and external events as required. Coordinates customer and dealer events. Sources venues, and materials, arranges transportation, and accommodation, arranges activities and signage. Compares show effectiveness versus budget expenditures and makes recommendations.
• Prepares and reviews purchase, sales and inventory forecasts for all models and product categories. Liaises with factories and local suppliers to follow up on back orders, confirm product shipping dates were applicable. Follows up on discrepancies and makes corrections where necessary. Manages relationship with 3rd party provider 360 Insights.
• Prepares, compiles, maintains, distributes, and files various reports as required. Prepares correspondence, price lists, bulletins, non-inventory purchase orders, fixed asset requests and fixed asset inventory, payment approvals, new product information, and reviews expense reports, as required. Maintains literature inventory system, and orders office supplies. Provides input in the preparation of sales presentations.
• Prepares payment approvals for the payment of rebates, and promotional product, based on established guidelines. Ensure proper back up is attached and follows up on discrepancies. Coordinates, and books on-site meetings.
• Completes special pricing, new pricing, SPIFF, and sell through documentation. Provides telephone support to the Consumer Products Division Sales department, assists Dealers, Sales staff, and end users as required.
• Assists in the preparation and submission of annual budgets by model for all Consumer Products categories. Prepares documentation, provides feedback on packaging and displays, assists with demo set up. Performs all other duties as assigned.
• Manages product or POP display inventories, equipment availability, arranges for shipping of promotional material, product or equipment, track and traces shipped and returned material, product or equipment.
• Makes recommendations for acquisition or substitution of material, product or equipment. Makes recommendations for repair of disposal of outdated or non-functional product or display equipment.

Qualifications:The Successful Candidate Will Have:

• Bachelor level degree in Marketing or Business Administration, and 2 years minimum related work experience or acceptable equivalent
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook. Working knowledge of SAP and APO.
• Majority of work performed will follow guidelines established by management. Some work performed requires significant problem solving and analysis.
• Daily contact with customers, factories, staff to exchange information. Requires the ability to communicate the results of analysis to technical and non-technical audiences.
• Required to establish and maintain business rapport with external customers or agencies, and internal departments. On occasion will be required to communicate unfavorable results. Knowledge of cultural diversity and sensitivity.

Panasonic Canada Inc. Hybrid Work Model:Panasonic Canada Inc. Supports a hybrid work model. We understand that flexibility is essential for employees to do their best work while also balancing personal and life needs. Employees can expect to be in the office for a variable number of days per week based on the needs of the business unit, while having the ability to also work remote.Who We Are:! Panasonic Canada Inc., a subsidiary of Panasonic Corporation of North America, is a leading provider of Consumer Lifestyle technologies, as well as innovative Smart Mobility, Sustainable Energy, Immersive Experiences, and Integrated Supply Chain solutions for its business and government clients. .At Panasonic Canada, we do more than just offer great products and solutions. We pride ourselves in promoting gender and culture equality, as well as encouraging personal growth and success to elevate our 350+ employees to their full potential. Their passion has been one of the driving forces behind our success for more than 100 years.How to Apply:Please include a PDF copy of your current resume.Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at Panasonic Canada Inc.In order to drive our business to continued heights, our business practices and our contribution to society must be rooted in diversity, equity, and inclusion. We foster an environment in which everyone is able to share their voice and talents, in a safe space, where they have the opportunity and resources to fully realize their potential. We are therefore committed to developing and realizing programs, tools and processes that ensure a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment for our employeesAODA PolicyPanasonic Canada Inc. has an accommodation process in place and provides accommodations forjob applicants with disabilities as appropriate. Assessment and selection materials and procedures can be made available in accessible formats and methods as appropriate. If you require a specific accommodation because of disability or medical need, please let us know when selected to take part in our recruitment process so that reasonable arrangements can be made for the appropriate accommodations to be in place as you move through our process.Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.We thank you for your interest in working for Panasonic Canada Inc.

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