About Alberta Co-operative Energy (ACE)

Alberta Co-operative Energy (ACE) is a member-owned, community-focused energy retailer providing competitive electricity and natural gas options across Alberta. Built on co-operative values, ACE reinvests in local communities and delivers energy solutions transparently, ethically, and with a uniquely cooperative approach to member service.

ACE operates primarily as an e-business with a lean, flat organizational structure. Team members work closely across functions, take broad ownership of their area, and have direct visibility into governance and strategic decision-making.

About the Role

ACE is seeking a Marketing & Sales Manager to join our team on a contract basis. This role leads ACE's marketing strategy and member-acquisition sales efforts, with a dedicated focus on developing small to mid-size commercial accounts and cultivating community and business partnerships that grow ACE's membership base and market presence.

You'll also act as a senior resource to the Customer Care team, supporting message development for member-facing communications and assisting with escalated member issues. You'll represent ACE externally at industry meetings, conferences, and community events, including delivering sponsorship-related remarks. All work is carried out in strict alignment with contracted terms, company policy, and Alberta Utilities Commission (AUC) regulatory standards.

What You'll Do

- Lead multi-channel marketing campaigns (SEO, social, web, print) that build ACE's brand and drive member acquisition
- Own the sales pipeline for residential and small-to-mid-size commercial accounts, from prospecting through contract close
- Manage utility contract pricing models to keep offers competitive
- Build and manage partnerships and sponsorships with community organizations, businesses, and industry groups




- Act as a senior resource to Customer Care, helping shape member communications and resolve escalated issues
- Represent ACE at industry conferences, trade shows, and community events, including public speaking engagements
- Ensure all marketing, sales, and partnership activity complies with AUC regulations and company policy
- Prepare monthly Board reports and strategic activity summaries

What We're Looking For

- Bachelor's degree or advanced diploma in Business Administration, Marketing, or a related field
- 3–5+ years of sales or marketing leadership experience, ideally in energy retail, utilities, or a co-operative setting
- Track record in commercial sales and/or partnership or sponsorship development
- Familiarity with the Alberta energy marketplace (WSPs, micro-generation credits, natural gas distribution, pricing models)
- Confident public speaker comfortable representing an organization externally
- Proficient with CRM platforms and remote collaboration tools (Zoom, Microsoft Teams)
- Able to travel periodically for conferences, meetings, and sponsorship events
- A quiet home workspace with secure, secure high-speed internet

Contract Details & What We Offer

- Independent contract engagement
- Fully remote; must reside in and be authorized to work in Alberta
- Competitive contract rate based on experience, plus remote-work and travel/conference expense support
- Contract length, hours, and salary will be confirmed with the successful candidate in a written independent contractor agreement.

How to Apply

Submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience and availability for a contract engagement to Vicki Zinyk ([email protected]).

Alberta Co-operative Energy is committed to fair and equitable hiring practices and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates.

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