Leader Events and Partnerships

Who we are

Decathlon arrived in Canada in 2018, with its first store opening in Brossard, Québec. Today, Decathlon Canada has over 1000 teammates, more than 15 stores, two distribution centers, and an e-commerce platform that services our mission: make the benefits of sports accessible to as many people as possible.

Do you want to make a difference in the lives of people around you? Join our team

Our values

Responsibility. Vitality. Authenticity. Generosity.

Why join our team?

Do you like to be active, alone or with family and friends? That's all it takes to work for us You don't have to be an Olympic athlete. And as Decathlon is growing, there are many career development possibilities along the way At Decathlon, there is no limit to your professional or personal ambitions.

**Your benefits**:

- Bi-weekly bonus: Each pay period is a game we win as a team, and we immediately share the benefits with all our teammates
- An opportunity to grow within the company (we even have our own school - Academy - training for personal or professional development).
- A company that cares about the environment by offering eco-conscious products, and taking concrete actions to protect our planet.
- Discounts on products and the opportunity to test select products: we are convinced that you will become an ambassador of the company.
- Free access to our sports facilities.
- Privileged team moments, and authentic relationships with teammates: we play as a team at Decathlon
- Time for yourself (holidays, personal days, and flexible hours).
- A complete insurance program starting at 30 hours a week of work (telemedicine, medical, dental, and disability insurance).
- Green travel bonuses, a private share ownership program, and contribution to the RRSP

Events and Partnerships Leader

The Events and Partnerships Leader at Decathlon Canada plays a key role in developing partnerships, leading in-store events, participating in local events, and managing human capital. Their aim is to enhance the company's visibility, promote customer engagement, and build beneficial relationships with the local sporting community.

**What you’ll be doing**:

- Develop and maintain partnerships with local sports organizations
- Monitor and evaluate requests for partnerships and sponsorship with local organizations
- Seek out opportunities for brand representation and involvement in local events
- Supervise the logistics of events
- Recruit coaches and manage the store's sports areas according to procedures
- Organize events in store and participate to the creation of a unique customer experience
- Document and communicate on the store's participation to outside events and on in-store events with the help of the national communication team
- Promote the store's community involvement on social media with the help of the regional social media manager
- Contribute to the company's on-going improvement

**Profile**:

- Marked interest in and enthusiasm for retail, customer service, local community and sports.
- Enjoys working in an inclusive and participatory collective approach.
- Interpersonal skills: actively listens in order to mobilize, develop, and motivate the team around common objectives.
- Thrives on challenges, enjoys making decisions independently, and is open-minded.
- Ability to inspire others to join the Decathlon community by promoting quality sports equipment at fair prices and offering expert advice, strong product knowledge, and exceptional service
- Knowledge of local market and community is an asset
- Experience in social media management and basic graphic design skills are an asset