Event Marketing Specialist, Contract
At a glance
Mid-level Event Marketing role at Volkswagen. Pickering · CA$80,500–CA$90,600 base.
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What you'll do
- Run the RFP process and coordinate meeting logistics to support a strong experience for dealers
- Build presentations, templates and internal guides for executives, dealers and employees that follow corporate design standards
- Coordinate joint events with brand teams, agreeing on goals, messaging and standards for delivery
- Oversee sponsorships, partner relationships, promotional merchandise, stock levels and vendor delivery
- Handle marketing purchasing, invoices and reconciliations under corporate purchasing rules
What you bring
- A university degree in marketing or corporate communication is required
- You bring two to five years in event marketing, including corporate events, meetings, trade shows or event coordination
- You speak and write fluently in both French and English
- You have experience with Adobe InDesign and Photoshop
Who this fits
This mid-level contract role suits someone who can lead projects across teams and manage detailed event operations. It runs for fourteen months on a hybrid schedule, with occasional business travel.
From the employer
Volkswagen Financial Services, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Volkswagen Group, is the trusted key to mobility for its brand partners. We are committed to supporting the Audi, Ducati, and Volkswagen brands and their Dealers, specializing in providing accessible mobility solutions for its Customers. The company’s offerings include Retail Leasing, Retail Financing, Commercial Financing for new and used vehicles, and End-of-Term vehicle disposition.
Role Description
The Event Marketing Specialist will lead the planning and execution of all Marketing events that drive engagement and elevate brand presence. Working closely with the Manager, Marketing and cross-functional teams, this role ensures every event is strategically designed, creatively developed, and delivered with excellence to support Dealer and Employee satisfaction. Responsibilities also include managing promotional product orders and inventory, overseeing the ongoing purchasing requirements of the Marketing Department, and acting as the primary support for all Dealer Communications and Events
Contract Length: 14 Months
Key Responsibilities
• Lead the Request for Proposal process, including the coordination of all logistical aspects of the meeting that contribute to increased Dealer Satisfaction
• Develop and refine presentations, templates, and internal guides for Executives, Dealers, and Employees, ensuring alignment with corporate design standards and consistent brand application
• Work with Brand teams to plan and execute joint events, aligning on objectives, messaging, and standards for a smooth experience
• Manage all corporate event Sponsorships, including maintaining relationships with key partners to ensure successful collaboration and brand alignment.
• Manage all aspects of promotional merchandise, including planning, forecasting, field communications, and inventory control, to ensure smooth execution and alignment with brand objectives
• Oversee the Marketing department’s Purchasing, Invoicing and Reconciliation process and ensures that it follows Corporate Purchasing guidelines
• Manage vendor relationships and ensure timely delivery of event materials.
Qualifications
Formal education
• University degree required (Marketing or Corporate Communication)
Experience
• 2 to 5 years Event Marketing experience
• Strong background in planning corporate events, meeting planning, tradeshow management, and overall events coordination
Competencies
• Fluently bilingual in French and English written and spoken
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment
• Exceptional Project Management skills
• Experience with online applications and HTML creation is an asset
• Experience with Adobe Suite, including InDesign and Photoshop
• Ability to lead a cross-functional team
• Attention to detail
• Experience with Salesforce Marketing Cloud is an asset
Internal Grade: Grade 8
Work Schedule
• This position is Hybrid
• Availability for occasional travel, as per business requirements
Salary range is dependent on factors such as industry-based experience, skills, training, credentials, and other qualifications. The salary range for this role is $80,500 - $90,600. Actual pay may vary based on experience, education, and internal compensation practices.
This posting represents an existing vacancy that we are actively seeking to fill.
All applications are thoroughly reviewed by our recruitment team, and no artificial intelligence or automated technologies are utilized in the screening process.
Volkswagen Financial Services is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, family status, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability or any other characteristic protected by federal, or local laws. Volkswagen Financial Services is committed to accommodating applicants and employees with disabilities. Should you require accommodation during the recruitment and selection process, please advise in advance.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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