<p>We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Product Owner / Digital Project Coordinator to support product development and project execution for our client on an 11-month contract. This role is ideal for someone early in their product, business, or analytics career who enjoys working cross-functionally, staying organized, and using data to support decision-making.</p><p>The successful candidate will work closely with senior Product Owners, engineering, design, business stakeholders, and operations teams to ensure timely delivery of product initiatives and smooth day-to-day project coordination.</p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p><strong>Product Ownership Support</strong></p><ul><li>Assist senior Product Owners in defining product requirements, user stories, and acceptance criteria</li><li>Maintain and help prioritize the product backlog under guidance Participate in sprint planning, sprint reviews, and retrospectives</li><li>Translate business needs into clear, actionable requirements for development teams Support product documentation and roadmap updates</li></ul><p><strong>Project Coordination</strong></p><ul><li>Coordinate day-to-day project activities across teams and stakeholders</li><li>Track project timelines, milestones, dependencies, and deliverables</li><li>Follow up on action items and ensure tasks are completed on schedule Identify risks, issues, and blockers, and escalate when necessary</li><li>Prepare and distribute project status reports and meeting notes</li><li>Support communication between product, technology, business, and external teams</li></ul><p><strong>Data Analysis & Reporting</strong></p><ul><li>Collect, clean, and analyze product, project, or business data</li><li>Create dashboards, reports, and basic visualizations to track progress and performance Analyze user behavior, feature usage, and operational metrics</li><li>Provide data-driven insights to support decision-making Assist in defining KPIs and success metrics for product initiatives</li></ul>
<p><strong>Role Overview: </strong></p><p>We are seeking a <strong>Marketing / Marketing Communications Manager</strong> to lead and execute marketing communication activities for our Canadian subsidiary. This is a hands-on managerial role with no direct reports, responsible for local brand execution while closely coordinating with the U.S. subsidiary and global HQ. The role reports directly to the <strong>Country Head</strong>.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><p><strong>Brand Communication (In-house)</strong></p><p>· Lead subsidiary-level brand communication activities aligned with global brand strategy</p><p>· Manage and support SNS content and website updates</p><p>· Ensure consistent application of global brand guidelines across all materials</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Cross-Regional Marketing Coordination (HQ & U.S. Subsidiary)</strong></p><p>· Coordinate marketing initiatives and assets with global HQ and the U.S. marketing team</p><p>· Localize global and regional marketing materials for the Canadian market</p><p>· Align campaign timelines, messaging, and content updates across regions</p><p>· Act as the primary Marcomm coordination point between Canada, the U.S., and HQ</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Trade & Dealer Marketing Communications</strong></p><p>· Lead marketing communication initiatives in collaboration with key dealers and partners</p><p>· Develop and manage Marcomm materials supporting dealer programs and promotions</p><p>· Serve as the primary Marcomm contact for internal sales teams</p><p><br></p><p><strong>POS Materials Planning & Management</strong></p><p>· Plan, develop, and manage POS materials (banners, posters, in-store displays, etc.)</p><p>· Oversee production schedules, quantities, and vendor coordination</p><p>· Ensure quality control and on-time delivery</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Catalog & Warranty Materials Management</strong></p><p>· Lead the creation and management of product catalogs, warranty brochures, and printed collateral</p><p>· Perform hands-on design and layout work using <strong>Adobe Illustrator and/or Adobe Photoshop (required)</strong></p><p>· Manage revisions, print specifications, and inventory levels</p><p>· Coordinate content approvals with HQ and internal stakeholders</p>
<p>Are you an experienced <strong>Buyer, Purchasing Specialist, or Analyst</strong> looking to take the next step in your career? Our client is seeking a <strong>Category Manager</strong> to join our clients team and lead multiple product categories within a fast-paced retail environment. This role offers the opportunity to move beyond transactional buying and into strategic category ownership—driving growth, profitability, and innovation.</p><p>You’ll leverage your retail experience and analytical skills to develop category strategies, optimize assortments, and build strong vendor partnerships. If you’re ready to influence business decisions and make a measurable impact, this is the role for you.</p><p><strong><u>Responsibilities:</u></strong></p><ul><li>Transition from tactical buying to full category ownership—developing strategies and implementing plans that align with business goals.</li><li>Create and adjust product assortments and buying strategies based on customer needs and market trends.</li><li>Use your analytical expertise to review financials, manage P& L, and translate insights into actionable strategies.</li><li>Build and maintain strong supplier partnerships to optimize pricing, terms, and profitability.</li><li>Work closely with merchandising, marketing, and operations teams to ensure category success.</li><li>Partner with teams to develop proprietary products and introduce differentiated offerings.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p>
<p><strong>About the Role</strong></p><p>We are seeking an experienced and strategic Marketing Manager to lead the Canadian marketing initiatives for a global leader in material-handling equipment. This position will oversee the development and execution of regional marketing programs supporting eight full-service branches across Ontario and Quebec, enhancing brand awareness and driving lead generation for material handling solutions such as electric forklifts, reach trucks, and warehouse systems.</p><p>Reporting to the General Manager – Sales and Marketing, you will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams and manage a Marketing Project Specialist, while partnering with our US-based global marketing team and external agencies.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Strategic Execution:</strong> Develop, implement, and measure comprehensive marketing strategies to engage targeted customer segments, optimizing ROI across top and bottom funnel activities.</li><li><strong>Program Leadership:</strong> Drive regional campaigns, digital initiatives, and support brand awareness while overseeing all aspects of the Canadian corporate website.</li><li><strong>Team & Project Management:</strong> Manage and mentor the Marketing Project Specialist, ensuring effective internal and external communications, while delivering marketing projects on time and within budget.</li><li><strong>Performance Tracking:</strong> Evaluate marketing program results, report on key metrics, and recommend continuous improvements for management review.</li><li><strong>Budget Ownership:</strong> Oversee a $300K CAD annual marketing budget, working with external agencies (currently Google Ads support) to maximize value and efficiency.</li><li><strong>Collaboration:</strong> Align marketing activities with sales objectives and operations, maintaining open communication with the US global team, navigating approval processes as needed.</li><li><strong>Departmental Excellence:</strong> Advocate for the Marketing Department’s mission, vision, and values throughout project development.</li><li><strong>Employee Development:</strong> Train, counsel, and handle compensation recommendations and review for direct reports.</li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><p><br></p>
<p>We are looking for a highly experienced Backend / Software Architect to define and own the architecture of a next-generation, financial-grade software platform being built from the ground up. This is a hands-on, high-impact role for someone who thrives in designing complex, deterministic systems and enjoys creating original architectural blueprints rather than maintaining legacy solutions.</p><p><br></p><p>You will work closely with the founder and product leadership to shape the technical vision, make foundational technology decisions, and build systems that are scalable, auditable, and production-ready from day one. Fully remote contract role.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><p><br></p><p>Define, own, and evolve the overall system architecture for a greenfield platform</p><p>Select, evaluate, and lock in the technology stack and architectural patterns</p><p>Design deterministic, calculation-heavy, financial-grade systems with auditability and correctness as first-class concerns</p><p>Establish architectural standards, invariants, non-goals, and clearly defined failure modes</p><p>Partner closely with the founder and product team to translate product vision into technical design and execution</p><p>Provide architectural guidance across implementation, ensuring scalability, performance, reliability, and maintainability</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Required Qualifications</strong></p><p><br></p><p>10+ years of backend engineering experience, with 3+ years in an architecture or principal-level role</p><p>Strong proficiency in .NET / C# (required); experience with other strongly typed languages is a plus</p><p>Deep experience with ASP.NET Core, Entity Framework Core, and distributed .NET architectures</p><p>Strong relational database expertise with SQL Server / Azure SQL or PostgreSQL, including data modeling and transaction management</p><p>Proven experience designing distributed systems, deterministic processing pipelines, and complex business rule engines</p><p>Strong understanding of cloud-native architecture, with Azure strongly preferred</p><p>Solid grasp of design patterns, system invariants, and scalability principles</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Nice-to-Have Experience</strong></p><p><br></p><p>Workflow engines (e.g., Temporal)</p><p>Messaging and event systems (Azure Service Bus, Kafka)</p><p>Docker and Kubernetes</p><p>Event-driven architectures or event sourcing</p><p>CI/CD pipelines and modern DevOps practices</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>*This job posting is for a current vacancy with our client.</p><p><br></p><p>*Our specialized recruiting professionals apply their expertise and utilize our proprietary AI to find you great job matches faster.</p>
<p>Marketing Manager – Premium Drinkware & Lifestyle Brands</p><p>Location: East Toronto (5 days/week onsite)</p><p>Are you a results-driven and creative marketer ready to make an impact in the world of premium consumer brands? We’re seeking a Marketing Manager to lead dynamic, multi-channel campaigns for globally recognized drinkware products retailed across e-commerce and in-store. This role combines strategic leadership, hands-on campaign management, and community-building with close access to content creators and influencers.</p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><p>Campaign Leadership</p><p>Plan, execute, and optimize multi-channel marketing campaigns spanning digital, influencer, PR, and retail.</p><p>Drive in-store activations and events at flagship locations, including pop-up experiences and brand showcases.</p><p>Partner with creative agencies to deliver campaigns that are on-brand, high quality, and performance-driven.</p><p>Influencer & Creator Partnerships</p><p>Build and manage relationships with Toronto-based creators and influencers.</p><p>Oversee and elevate content across TikTok, Instagram, YouTube, and emerging platforms, tying actions directly to campaign KPIs (growth, engagement, sales).</p><p>PR & Media</p><p>Lead agency relationships and manage in-house PR outreach.</p><p>Secure earned media coverage in lifestyle, food & beverage, and design publications, integrating results into broader marketing performance.</p><p>Content & Community</p><p>Manage brand social media accounts, nurturing and growing engaged online communities.</p><p>Produce compelling content with agencies, freelancers, and internal teams; maintain a robust editorial calendar with consistent messaging.</p><p>Respond to audience feedback and monitor engagement daily.</p><p>Reporting & Measurement</p><p>Deliver clear, actionable weekly/monthly reports on campaign performance, influencer ROI, PR outcomes, and event success.</p><p>Track and analyze KPIs, including follower growth, engagement rates, media coverage, and sales contribution.</p><p>Qualifications</p><p>5–6 years’ experience in digital marketing, content marketing, social media/influencer management, and brand activations (preferably within consumer brands or retail).</p><p>Proven ability to execute high-impact campaigns and build effective influencer relationships.</p><p>Skilled in outreach, social media management, and working with creative and agency teams; PR and media experience is a strong asset.</p><p>Portfolio showcasing successful campaigns and activations.</p><p>Highly organized and data-driven, leveraging metrics for decision-making.</p><p>Excellent communicator, both written and in-person.</p><p>Mindset & Culture Fit</p><p>Creative and analytical thinker: generates big ideas and tracks results.</p><p>Entrepreneurial and agile: thrives in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment.</p><p>Collaborative, positive, and resilient: energizes teams and builds strong relationships, drama-free.</p><p>Passion for digital and social trends, open to working with offshore global teams</p>
<p>Senior Director, Marketing and Sales</p><p>Our client, a prominent leader in the insurance and financial planning sector, is seeking a dynamic Senior Director, Marketing and Sales to drive growth and member engagement across Ontario and Atlantic Canada. With a commitment to trusted advisory support, innovative marketing strategies, and a highly collaborative culture, this organization partners with professionals to provide exceptional insurance and retirement planning solutions.</p><p>Position Overview</p><p> As the Senior Director, Marketing and Sales, you will lead a large, high-performing advisory team with a mandate to grow the insurance and retirement planning portfolio. This role is ideal for a strategic sales leader who also embraces thoughtfully integrated marketing initiatives and a passion for building lasting member relationships.</p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Develop and execute integrated strategies for sales, advisory, and marketing initiatives designed to boost member engagement, drive insurance sales, and strengthen brand loyalty.</li><li>Lead and mentor a team of more than 18 advisors and manage two Directors, fostering operational excellence and a culture of compliance, consistency, and outstanding service.</li><li>Actively participate in key sales conversations, coaching teams, collaborating cross-functionally with product, service, and education teams, and shaping the organization’s narrative and overall member experience.</li><li>Champion alignment between marketing, sales, and advisory support to advance business development, member acquisition, and retention goals.</li></ul><p><br></p>
