Trade & Event Marketing Coordinator

Trade & Event Marketing Coordinator

Greater Toronto Area

Are you passionate about Pets?

Join the world’s largest privately-owned pet product company as our Trade & Event Marketing Coordinator based out of the GTA area. In this role, you’ll play a key part in executing marketing initiatives that support our national retail partners and beloved pet brands.

Why Join Hagen Group:

Hagen Group is a trusted, Canadian, family-run business for 70 years, founded in 1955 with a commitment to innovation and quality that continues today. Headquartered in Montreal and with a worldwide presence, our iconic brands cover every popular pet category, with a reputation for nutritional excellence and strong trade relationships. Our aim remains simply to improve the lives of pets, who in turn improve our lives every day.

Discover Some of Our Brands:

Catit

Exo-Terra

Nutrience

How You’ll Be Contributing:

• Manage trade shows and consumer events from start to finish — including sourcing, booking, timelines, logistics, and vendor coordination;
• Oversee event budgets and ensure all costs are accurately tracked;
• Work closely with the Marketing Manager to assist with new product launches, including development of all communication and promotional materials such as in-store POP, brochures, coupons, etc.
• Track and manage coupon redemption rates
• Manage status of projects through continuous communication and follow-up with printers and other vendors;
• Coordinate product and marketing related requests to support Sales team;
• Help manage B2B content and updates

We'd Love to Hear from You if You Have:

• B.Comm/B.A. in Marketing or related field or equivalent combination of education and/or 2-5 years relevant marketing and event experience, ideally within consumer goods or retail.
• Exceptional attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet tight deadlines.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and solid command of Microsoft Office Suite; Knowledge of SalesForce an asset.
• A collaborative mindset and able to integrate with a diverse team full of opinions and ideas.
• Flexibility to adapt in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills (French is an asset).
• Ability to work with external and internal partners.
• A genuine love for pets and a desire to contribute to their well being through innovative products.
• Ability to travel occasionally for work, and openness to work off hours for events.

Work With Us, And Benefit From:

• Hybrid work schedule (2 days a week in office - Oakville)
• Generous DPSP (Deferred Profit-Sharing Plan)
• Employee discount program
• Medical coverage (dental and medical)
• Dialogue telemedicine
• Employee Referral Program
• Great work-life balance with flexible work and core hours
• Learning and development reimbursement
• On-site, free parking
• Being a part of a company that contributes to its communities for 70 years through a variety of philanthropic initiatives