
Market Activation Manager
CHGroup
full-time
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Location Type: Hybrid
Location: Montreal • Canada
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About the role
- This role is responsible for the Québec Moët Hennessy portfolio, including the planning and execution of marketing initiatives and contributing to the achievement of shared sales objectives across assigned brands.
- Develop provincial marketing plans for assigned Moët Hennessy brands in alignment with Maison guidelines and National Brand Managers
- Execute creative strategies for new product launches
- Measure and evaluate the effectiveness of marketing activities and event strategies against defined KPIs
- Provide regular market updates and complete monthly activation reports
- Collaborate closely with National Marketing and local Charton Hobbs teams to implement customer-driven initiatives
- Partner with the Senior Regional Market Manager and sales teams to implement approved strategies
- Collaborate with sales to identify and grow brand presence in key on-premise and retail accounts
- Build and maintain strong account relationships through training and activations
- Support the development and management of strategic account lists, with regular review of listing status
- Work with sales to allocate resources effectively across priority accounts and monitor spend against objectives
- Plan, organize, and execute field-level activations in partnership with the sales team
- Manage POSM including ordering, inventory, logistics, and upkeep of branded materials
- Coordinate with local suppliers for POSM development and production
- Act as a brand ambassador for the Moët Hennessy portfolio in Québec
- Deliver product training and education to sales teams, clients, and key accounts
- Support engagement with high-value clients and luxury brand environments
- Maintain a strong understanding of brand guidelines, assets, and usage requirements
- Manage procurement activities including sourcing materials and coordinating services for activations
- Support event logistics, including handling materials such as glassware and equipment (up to 56 lbs as required)
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Commerce, Marketing, Business Administration, or related field
- Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in the wine and spirits industry or a luxury consumer goods environment
- Event management experience from concept through execution and reporting
- Established Québec trade contacts are an asset
- WSET Level 2 (or higher) or relevant spirits certifications are an asset
- Strong team player with excellent interpersonal skills
- Creative thinker with the ability to translate ideas into actionable plans
- Highly organized with strong project management capabilities
- Results-driven with solid analytical and business acumen
- Excellent communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office (PowerPoint and Excel in particular)
- Digital savvy with an understanding of social media and influencer strategies
- Strong knowledge of the hospitality industry (restaurants, bars, nightlife)
- Basic understanding of retail environment
- Strong interest in the wine and spirits category
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits program (medical, dental, RRSP) following eligibility period
- Performance-based bonus aligned with annual objectives and KPIs
- Car allowance, travel, and expense account
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
event managementproject managementanalytical skillsbusiness acumenmarketing planningKPI measurementbrand activationcustomer engagementresource allocationprocurement activities
Soft Skills
interpersonal skillscreative thinkingorganizational skillsresults-drivencommunication skillspresentation skillsrelationship-buildingteam playerstrategic thinkingcollaboration
Certifications
Bachelor’s degreeWSET Level 2