Marketing Specialist

**Are you ready to kickstart your marketing career with a dynamic and growing company?**

AFM Industries is looking for a highly organized, detail-oriented, and creative Marketing Specialist to join our team in Oshawa, Ontario. Whether you are a recent graduate or have some experience under your belt, this is an exciting opportunity to gain hands-on experience across multiple areas of marketing—from pricing to digital promotion strategy.

**Who We Are**

AFM Industries is a global leader in supplying advanced heavy-duty conveyor belts and related industrial solutions. For over 30 years, we have played a vital role in some of the world’s most ambitious projects, serving industries such as construction, mining, cement, aggregate, and bulk-handling industries. Backed by a highly knowledgeable and driven team, we are committed to continuous innovation and operational excellence.

We are currently seeking a talented and motivated **Marketing Specialist** to join our dynamic team and contribute to the continued growth of our marketing and brand promotion efforts.

**What You will Do**

You’ll support a wide range of business and marketing functions, including:
Inventory Management:

- Maintain and update monthly inventory spreadsheets.
- Organize and facilitate inventory management meetings.
- Communicate with suppliers to obtain competitive quotes.
- Monitor inventory levels and prepare order lists for stock replenishment.

Product Pricing Support:

- Collaborate with the manager to understand margin requirements and pricing strategies.
- Analyze price and cost changes to make informed recommendations that align with margins and market trends.
- Ensure all SKU pricing is accurately managed within the CRM system.

Event Planning & Coordination:

- Plan and execute company tradeshows and events with exceptional attention to detail.
- Develop and manage event budgets, covering venue costs, marketing, and exhibitor fees.
- Coordinate logistics including booth setup, equipment rentals, transportation, and accommodations.
- Create detailed schedules and timelines to ensure seamless event execution.

Print and Digital Marketing Communication:

- Assist in the creation and production of high-quality print collateral such as brochures, flyers, catalogs, and other promotional materials to support brand visibility.
- Collaborate with creative consultants to ensure visually compelling and brand-aligned designs for print materials.
- Manage the printing process, including vendor communication, proofing, and quality assurance.
- Support the development and deployment of digital campaigns across multiple platforms to complement print efforts and amplify brand awareness.
- Research and implement best practices for engaging stakeholders through a mix of targeted print and digital strategies.

Competitive & Market Analysis:

- Conduct thorough analyses comparing the company’s products against industry trends. Provide actionable recommendations to enhance growth and profitability.
- Develop a strong understanding of the product, market, and competitive landscape.
- Build industry expertise and deepen knowledge of key market segments and user needs.

Any other duties as required by management

**What We are Looking For**
- Completion of a college or university program in Marketing or a Business-related field.
- Recent graduates are invited to apply.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Computer savvy, with strong working knowledge of tools such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and online research platforms
- Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
- A self-learner who thrives in a team environment
- Excellent organizational skills.
- Willingness to learn and grow in a fast-paced setting
- Ability to meet deadlines.

**What We Offer**
- Competitive Salary: $45,000 - $50,000 per year, Based on experience
- Opportunity for an Annual Performance Bonus
- Health Benefits
- Paid Vacation & Sick days
- Retirement Savings Plan
- Scholarship Support for Dependents
- A collaborative work environment with opportunities for career development

**Join us and make your mark.**

If you're passionate about marketing and ready to take the next step in your career, we want to hear from you.

Join AFM Industries and be part of a team where your ideas, creativity, and contributions make a real impact.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

AFM Industries promotes the principles of and adheres to the tenets of the Ontario Human Rights Code. We strongly encourage applicants with lived experiences, from Indigenous communities, people of all races, colors, ethnic origins, religions, disabilities, and sexual orientations to apply. We recognize that equitable access to employment is an agent of social change.