Position Title: MARKETING ASSISTANT

Job Type: FULL TIME

Location: HEAD OFFICE | 20039 96 Ave, Langley BC

WINDSOR PLYWOOD | HEAD OFFICE

Our stores specialize in hard-to-source interior and exterior home finishing products including flooring, doors, mouldings and specialty wood products. Our business model is also very different as most of our locations are family affairs – independently locally owned and operated – not top-down like most franchise groups. We carry high quality, responsibly sourced products and are committed to providing outstanding value and personalized, one-on-one service to our store operators.

We are proud to have been in business for over 50 years with 55+ stores across Canada and into the Pacific Northwest of the United States. Head Office prioritizes supporting the Stores above all else. A great deal of autonomy is provided to Stores; however, they look to Head Office regularly for guidance and expect to be informed on the newest marketing and design trends.

The Building

Supply industry has generally not adapted to new marketing trends as quick as other industries. However, the recent succession of several of our stores to younger owners is facilitating a greater demand for current marketing mediums.

SUMMARY OF POSITION The Marketing Assistant is critical to the success of the Marketing Department. This position reports directly to Senior Marketing Coordinator and calls for a flexible and enthusiastic individual who can support the day-to-day needs of the Marketing Department. It requires a strong multi-tasker who is detailed orientated and can meet deadlines. The role is driven to provide administrative support for a variety tasks and projects.

SCOPE OF RESPONSIBILITIES

Our department is dynamic and evolving, and the Marketing Assistant can expect a variety of tasks outside of the ones listed below.



It is expected that the Marketing Assistant will have a can-do attitude and be willing to roll up their sleeves to make sure deliverables are completed. The successful candidate should also possess a solid sense of urgency and driven to take initiative to improve our departmental products and processes.

The duties below are a guideline and not considered exhaustive.

Promotional Item Fulfillment

- Own the fulfillment process for marketing products for stores – promotional items, signage, labels, etc.
- Receive and repackage marketing supply orders for store re-distribution
- Follow shipping guidelines to fulfill orders for stores.
- Prepare recommendations for promotional items, collect and consolidate orders.
- Maintain inventory of marketing supplies.

Administrative

- Complete department reconciliation and provide billing documentation to accounting.
- Create and ensure the accuracy of ClickUp Projects, following up when details are missing.
- Assist with preparing, formatting and editing a range of different documents
- Diligently follow checklists, policies, processes & procedures
- Follow Brand Guidelines – fonts, formats, styles, colors, shapes
- General office duties - filing, cutting, folding, laminating, sorting
- Participate in the editing & proofing throughout the publishing process
- Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities
- Assist with the maintenance of marketing databases,



collecting and maintaining product details and making recommendations for collection of new information
- Assist in the community management of social media accounts
- Organize and directly assist with webinars, trade shows, meetings and event planning

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

Education Required:

- Completed at minimum a Diploma in Marketing - or related discipline
- Proficient with Adobe Creative Suite – InDesign, Photoshop and Illustrator with a PC

Experience Requirements:

- Prior administrative work in a marketing department would be an asset.
- Experience in the retail industry is preferred

Skill Requirements:

- Ability to stay up to date with current marketing technologies
- Strong comprehension with verbal and written communication skills in English
- Self-directed using sound judgment, logical reasoning skills, and intuition
- Flexible, honest, acting in all situations with professionalism and integrity

THE BENEFITS

- Join a strong Building Supply Company that has successfully operated for 50+ years
- Multi-Company Business environment - Canada | USA 65+ Stores
- Competitive Pay
- Employee Benefit Program and Employee Mental Health & Well-Being program and resources
- PERKS: Employee building-material discounts and company-wide events

We thank all applicants for their interest in this role. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Windsor Plywood is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace for all. If you are contacted for a job opportunity, please advise us of any accommodations needed to ensure fair and equitable access throughout the recruitment and selection process is achieved. #windsorplywoodishiring

Pay: $45,000.00-$50,000.00 per year

Benefits

- Dental care
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Store discount
- Vision care
- Wellness program

Work Location: In person

📌 Marketing Assistant (Langley)
🏢 Windsor Plywood
📍 Langley