À propos du Conseil canadien du commerce de détail Si vous souhaitez faire partie d’une organisation à but non lucratif dynamique et en plein essor, le Conseil canadien du commerce de détail (CCCD) est pour vous! Voix la plus influente et la plus fiable du secteur du détail au Canada, le CCCD représente des détaillants de toutes tailles et défend l’industrie grâce à des efforts de représentation audacieux, des analyses aiguisées et une forte action collective. Depuis plus de 50ans, nous sommes la Voix des détaillantsMC, proposant à nos membres des programmes exceptionnels, la défense de leurs intérêts en matière de relations gouvernementales et d’affaires publiques ainsi que des initiatives sur le plan de l’éducation et de la formation – tout cela par le biais d’événements sectoriels de premier plan et grâce à un leadership fort.

Notre équipe responsable de l’Éducation et des Partenariats établit des liens entre la communauté des fournisseurs du secteur du détail et les membres du CCCD, créant de la sorte d’importantes collaborations qui offrent des perspectives, des solutions et des occasions précieuses aux détaillants canadiens. En vous joignant au CCCD, vous aurez la possibilité de nouer des partenariats qui favoriseront directement la croissance, l’innovation et le succès de l’industrie canadienne du détail, tout en travaillant aux côtés d’une équipe passionnée qui prépare des événements, des programmes d’éducation et des recherches, en plus de mener des démarches de représentation à l’échelle nationale. Le CCCD recherche un Directeur ou une Directrice, Commandites et Partenariats.

Cette personne est capable d’adopter une approche stratégique et est axée sur les résultats. Elle travaillera à Toronto ou à Montréal, et dirigera le développement, les ventes et la gestion des partenariats stratégiques que le CCCD noue dans le cadre de ses conférences, programmes de prix, initiatives éducatives, recherches et activités d’engagement des membres. Relevant de la Vice-présidente, Éducation et Partenariats, vous stimulerez la croissance des revenus de partenariats, cultiverez des relations à long terme avec nos partenaires et créerez des occasions innovantes qui permettront d’établir des liens entre des fournisseurs de solutions et la communauté canadienne du détail.

Il s’agit d’un poste bilingue qui exige une maîtrise professionnelle de l’anglais et du français, notamment de solides compétences en communication écrite et orale. Cette offre d’emploi concerne un poste existant qui est actuellement vacant.

DATE LIMITE: vendredi 18septembre 2026 à 17h HAE Nous vous remercions de votre intérêt pour cette offre d’emploi. Nous communiquerons uniquement avec les candidats retenus. Veuillez ne pas communiquer avec nous par téléphone.

Pour en savoir plus sur le CCCD, nous vous invitons à consulter notre site Web au www.commercedetail.org Le Conseil canadien du commerce de détail (CCCD) souscrit au principe de l’équité en matière d’emploi. Notre organisation a pour politique de recruter et de sélectionner des candidats à un emploi uniquement sur la base de leurs compétences, et ce, afin de choisir la personne la plus qualifiée pour un emploi. Le CCCD ne pratique à l’égard des candidats aucune discrimination fondée sur la race, la couleur, la religion, le sexe, la langue,



l’origine nationale, une déficience ou tout autre statut ou condition protégé par les lois fédérales, provinciales ou municipales applicables.

Le CCCD souscrit aux pratiques de recrutement inclusives et accessibles.

About Retail

Council of Canada If you are interested in joining a dynamic and growing non-profit organization, Retail Council of Canada (RCC) is for you. As the most influential and trusted voice for retail in Canada, RCC represents retailers of all sizes and champions the industry through bold advocacy, sharp insights, and collective action. For more than 50 years, we have been the Voice of Retail, delivering exceptional member programs, government relations and public affairs, education and training, thought leadership, and industry-leading events.

Our Sponsorship & Partnerships team connects the retail supplier community with RCC's members, creating meaningful collaborations that deliver valuable insights, solutions, and opportunities for Canada's retailers. At RCC, you will have the opportunity to build partnerships that directly support the growth, innovation, and success of Canada's retail industry, while working alongside a passionate team delivering impactful events, education, research, and advocacy nationwide.

About the Role RCC is seeking a strategic, results-driven Director, Sponsorship & Partnerships based in Toronto or Montreal to lead the development, sales, and management of strategic partnerships across our conferences, awards programs, education initiatives, research, and member engagement activities. Reporting to the Vice President, Education & Partnerships, you will drive sponsorship revenue growth, cultivate long-term partner relationships, and create innovative opportunities that connect solution providers with Canada’s retail community. This is a bilingual role, which requires professional fluency in English and French, including strong written and verbal communication skills in both languages.

This posting is for an existing role that is currently vacant. WHAT YOU’LL DO Strategic Partnership Development - Develop and execute sponsorship and partnership strategies that support RCC's revenue objectives and organizational priorities.

- Identify, prospect, and secure new sponsorship opportunities across RCC's events, programs, awards, education offerings, and research initiatives.
- Build and maintain a strong pipeline of prospective partners across key retail supplier categories.
- Develop tailored partnership solutions that align sponsor objectives with RCC member needs.
- Monitor industry trends and emerging opportunities to strengthen and evolve RCC's partnership offerings.

Revenue

Generation & Sales Leadership - Achieve and exceed annual sponsorship revenue targets.

- Lead the full sales cycle, including prospecting, proposal development, negotiation, contracting, and renewals.
- Create compelling sponsorship packages and partnership proposals that clearly communicate value and expected return on investment.




- Identify multi-event and multi-year partnership opportunities that support revenue stability and deeper partner engagement.

Relationship

Management - Serve as the primary relationship lead for key strategic partners and sponsors.

- Cultivate long-term partnerships through proactive communication, exceptional service, and consistent value delivery.
- Conduct regular business reviews with partners to assess performance, demonstrate value, and identify opportunities for growth.
- Collaborate with internal teams to ensure partnership commitments are fulfilled and partner expectations are met or exceeded. Event & Program Integration - Partner closely with RCC's Events, Education, Membership, and Marketing teams to integrate sponsor activations and partnership deliverables.
- Support sponsor engagement across RCC's major conferences, including STORE Conference, Retail Secure, Retail Sustainability Conference, and other industry events.
- Position sponsors as valued contributors to the retail community while protecting the integrity of RCC's programming and member experience.

Strategic

Planning & Collaboration - Contribute to annual budgeting, forecasting, and revenue planning.

- Provide insights and recommendations on partnership trends, market opportunities, and RCC's competitive positioning.
- Collaborate with senior leadership to align partnership initiatives with RCC's strategic goals.
- Support cross-departmental initiatives that strengthen member engagement and industry impact. WHAT YOU BRING - Professional fluency in English and French, with robust written and verbal communication skills in both languages.
- 7+ years of experience in sponsorship sales, partnership development, business development, or account management.
- A proven track record of achieving revenue targets and securing strategic partnerships.
- Strong negotiation, presentation, and relationship-building skills.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication abilities.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced workplace.
- Strong understanding of sponsorship value creation and partner needs.
- Proficiency with CRM systems, proposal development, and sales reporting tools.
- Experience within an association, events, media, retail, or a related industry is considered an asset.
- A genuine interest in supporting the growth and success of Canada's retail industry.

DEADLINE: Friday, September 18th, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. EST We thank you for your interest in this job opportunity, however only candidates under consideration will be contacted. No phone calls please. For information about RCC, visit our website at www.retailcouncil.org Retail Council of Canada is an equal opportunity employer.

It is the company’s policy to recruit and select applicants for employment solely on the basis of their qualifications, with emphasis on selecting the best-qualified person for the job.

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Council of Canada does not discriminate against applicants based on race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, or disability, or any other status or condition protected by applicable federal, provincial or municipal law.

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Council of Canada is committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment practices. If you require an accommodation during any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know in advance and we will work with you to meet your needs.

📌 Directeur ou directrice, Commandites et Partenariats (bilingue français/anglais)/Director, Sponsorship & Partnerships (Bilingual English/French)
🏢 Retail Council of Canada
📍 Montreal