About this role
MGR MARKETING STRATEGY
General Summary:
This role is responsible for the development and execution of effective, impactful marketing campaigns for The Shoe Co. and DSW in Canada. The scope of the role spans two key areas: Brand Strategy and Seasonal Campaign Strategy. For Brand Strategy, the role brings a thoughtful, data‑informed strategic point of view to key brand, messaging, and business initiatives, leading initiatives from strategy through execution. For Seasonal Campaign Strategy, the role is responsible for gathering and synthesizing inputs and data from internal and external partners, translating insights into integrated marketing strategies, and leading cross‑functional execution to ensure seamless, customer‑facing implementation. This position will be in Toronto office 1 day a week
Reports to: Senior Director Marketing Strategy
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Seasonal Marketing/Campaign Planning
Lead marketing and competitive post‑campaign analysis to measure performance and extract key insights and actionable learnings to inform future campaigns
Translate business strategies into integrated seasonal marketing plans and innovative customer experiences that drive brand awareness and engagement
Partner closely with the Creative team to brief marketing, brand, and campaign initiatives, leading the creative development process and ensuring asset alignment with brand standards
Channel Cohesion Process Management
Cascade seasonal strategies to key stakeholders, including channel partners, to drive cohesive channel plans that support campaign objectives
Lead execution of brand and campaign initiatives, overseeing development with Creative and channel partners to ensure the campaign vision is delivered consistently across all channels
Content Creation/Photoshoot Manag
ementLead content creation planning and execution across both banner brands in partnership with Creative and Product Marketing, managing production budgets and coordinating internal and external partners.
Required Skills:
Proven team leadership skills
Strong balance of strategic planning and hands‑on marketing execution, with expertise across relevant marketing channels
Experience managing internal cross‑functional partners and external vendors, including agencies and production partners
Demonstrated project management skills, including the ability to manage budgets, timelines, priorities, and multiple workstreams simultaneously
Retail and/or CPG industry experience
Minimum Experience:
Min. 5-7 years of experience in a managerial marketing role
Minimum Education
Bachelor's degree in marketing or related field
Pay: $90,000 to 115,000k per year.
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