Marketing Communications Officer

Two Term Positions

Winnipeg, MB

Brett-Young Seeds Limited is a privately owned and trusted production, distribution, sales, and marketing organization with strong local roots since 1934 and a broad international reach. Our goal is to serve the needs of our customers by delivering world-class, differentiated products and market-leading service. Based in Winnipeg we have locations throughout Western Canada and Ontario. We are currently seeking two self-motivated and experienced individuals to join our Marketing team to fill two term positions:

• Marketing Communications Officer (Forage & Turf and Professional Turf and Reclamation business units), approximately a one-year term beginning mid-February 2021
• Marketing Communications Officer (Crop Inputs business unit), approximately a one-year term beginning mid-April 2021

Reporting to the Director of Marketing, you will:

• Facilitate the development and execution of advertising and media campaigns with the Marketing & Sales team and external agency partners
• Lead the execution of all marketing communication tactics including print, digital and social media to target audiences
• Execute corporate communication tactics supporting the BrettYoung corporate brand internally and externally
• Use your knowledge of overall corporate and market direction, and work closely with Product Managers when executing communication and tactical plans
• Execute 4P marketing plans within established budgets

Your background includes:

• A Degree or Diploma in Business, Marketing, Communications, or related field
• 2+ years in a marketing and/or communications position, ideally within the agriculture industry. Willing to consider a combination of personal and professional experience
• Strong listening, writing, critical thinking, and decision-making skills
• Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office and familiarity with desktop publishing software (InDesign) and CMS platforms are considered an asset
• Demonstrated organizational and time management skills
• Ability to multitask and thrive under pressure in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment

BrettYoung is an equal opportunity employer.