Employment Opportunities

SF Marketing Inc. is a Canadian marketing and distribution company dedicated to providing products, services and support to professional sound, lighting, musical instruments and consumer electronics retailers. It has built a reputation of excellence due to the quality of service from its dynamic team.

Founded in 1978, SF's rapid growth has led to the establishment of regional offices in many major Canadian cities. Over the years, we have established strong customer service and technical support departments, and vastly expanded our marketing, electronic publishing and manufacturing departments.

If you are looking to join an extraordinary team of more than 100 talented employees who contribute their creativity, know-how and expertise to our group success, we offer you the challenge and environment that you are searching for!

If you are dynamic, talented, motivated by challenge, possess industry knowledge by solid working experience or have a marked interest in the music industry, and you are seeking employment in one of the related fields below, then we would love to meet with you!

Head office
SF Marketing Inc.
325, boul. Bouchard
Dorval, Quebec Canada H9S 1A9

Tel: 514-780-2070
Fax: 514-780-2111

Employment opportunity inquiries can be sent to: careers@sfm.ca

Current Employment Opportunities (Updated on February 5, 2008)

• Creative Marketing Project Manager
• Vice President, Pro Business Unit
• Live Sound / Touring Market Manager
• Contracting / Installed Sound Market Manager
• Pro Audio Product Managers
• Product Specialist > Pro-Audio, Sales Support
• Draftsperson

Creative Marketing Project Manager

Reports to: Creative Marketing Manager
Department: Marketing

Job Statement: The Creative Marketing Project Manager is responsible for the creative development, execution, maintenance and follow-up of numerous marketing initiatives including: event planning, print and online advertising, product promotions, product launches, pricelist creation and other special projects as assigned.

Summary of Primary Responsibilities: The Creative Marketing Project Manager works closely with the Product Managers, Sales Representatives, Marketing Manager and Vice-President of Marketing to ensure successful, on-time and on-budget delivery of all marketing and advertising initiatives.

• Work with the Sales and Marketing teams to identify new marketing opportunities;
• Assist in building the business case for each opportunity including budget, timeline, follow-up requirements and ROI;
• Assist in the marketing management and branding of all product lines;
• Assist in the planning, organization and execution of promotional programs and events;
• Assist the Product Managers in the development of brand marketing strategy as it relates to product, price, promotion, place and positioning within the Canadian market.

Main Duties & Responsibilities: Marketing, Advertising, Public Relations (80% of time) Under the supervision of the Marketing Manager, develop, plan, execute and follow up on:

• Print, online and word-of-mouth marketing campaigns that generate increased sales and market share.
• The production of print and online marketing materials such as presentations, price lists, project fact sheets, brochures, website, etc.
• Events such as tradeshows, conferences, product demonstrations and other specials events. Occasional travel is required.
• Budgets and timelines.
• Advertising campaigns
• Marketing programs, incentive programs
• Press releases and other communication material
• Pricelists for each brand
• Development of tailored solutions for customers (assist sales team). Job Requirements
• University Degree required, Marketing preferred. MBA an asset.
• 2 - 5 years of relevant work experience.
• Experience in music, event production, entertainment industries an asset.
• Track record of success in managing multiple complex projects at the same time.
• Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint. Cognos an asset.
• Exceptional creative skills. Strong analytical skills.
• Excellent French and English language skills (verbal & written)
• Outstanding business writing skills
• Detail oriented
• Team player
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.

To apply for this position, please email your résumé and cover letter to the Human Resources Department at careers@sfm.ca

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Vice President, Pro Business Unit

As a member of the Senior Management team, you will lead the strategic as well as day-to-day activities of the Pro Business Unit (Audio, Lighting, Commercial AV). You are an industry veteran with a proven track record in sales, sales force management and supplier relations and you hold the confidence and trust of the key players in our industry. This position requires a minimum of 25% travel.

To apply for this position, please email your résumé and cover letter to the Human Resources Department at careers@sfm.ca

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Live Sound / Touring Market Manager

You are a successful technical sales support provider with industry experience and a passion for live sound. You are at your best working under pressure and at managing tight deadlines. You get a thrill out of managing multiple projects for multiple customers. This position requires 25-50% travel.

To apply for this position, please email your résumé and cover letter to the Human Resources Department at careers@sfm.ca

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Vice President, Pro Business Unit

As a member of the Senior Management team, you will lead the strategic as well as day-to-day activities of the Pro Business Unit (Audio, Lighting, Commercial AV). You are an industry veteran with a proven track record in sales, sales force management and supplier relations and you hold the confidence and trust of the key players in our industry. This position requires a minimum of 25% travel.

To apply for this position, please email your résumé and cover letter to the Human Resources Department at careers@sfm.ca

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Live Sound / Touring Market Manager

You are a successful technical sales support provider with industry experience and a passion for live sound. You are at your best working under pressure and at managing tight deadlines. You get a thrill out of managing multiple projects for multiple customers. This position requires 25-50% travel.

To apply for this position, please email your résumé and cover letter to the Human Resources Department at careers@sfm.ca

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Contracting / Installed Sound Market Manager

You are a successful technical sales support provider with industry experience and a passion for installed sound. You are at your best working under pressure and at managing tight deadlines. You get a thrill out of managing multiple projects for multiple customers. This position requires 25-50% travel.

To apply for this position, please email your résumé and cover letter to the Human Resources Department at careers@sfm.ca

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Pro Audio Product Managers

You are a business person with a passion for Pro Audio. As a member of our Marketing team you will manage a portfolio of world class Pro Audio brands and be responsible for their sales, marketing and profitability. You are a creative, forward thinking, analytical individual who works well in teams and who is motivated by the prospect of building leading brands.

To apply for this position, please email your résumé and cover letter to the Human Resources Department at careers@sfm.ca

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Draftsperson

Job Description:
The Draftsperson will work closely with our Technical Sales Department and with our Manufacturing department. Using CAD, WYSIWYG and EASE software systems the Draftsman plays a critical role in assisting with the sales within our installed sound and lighting markets. The ideal candidate is hard working and detail oriented.

Professional Experience:
The candidate has audio visual integration industry experience and may also have lighting, theatrical, security or Custom Install experience.

Required Knowledge:

· Conversion of hard copy blueprints to DWG
· Understanding of CAD as it applies to Commercial and residential Architecture
· Experience with most recent Auto CAD versions
· Expertise with most recent versions of WYSIWYG and EASE
· Presentation of elevations and sightlines
· Creation of CAD drawings for Specification Sheets
· 3D Rendering an asset
· Knowledge of both English and French is an asset

To apply for this position, please email your résumé and cover letter to the Human Resources Department at careers@sfm.ca

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Pro Audio Product Specialist (Sales Support)

Job Description:
Reporting to the supervisor, the Product Specialist’s principal mandate will be to offer technical and logistical support to our external and internal clients and representatives. Within the candidate’s function, he/she will be called upon to organize highly specialized product demonstrations, technical presentations and informative seminars for our professional clientele.

Professional Experience:
The candidate should have many years of experience working within the audio field: stage sound, sound recording, acoustics, calibration, etc. Ideally, the candidate will have worked extensively as a sound technician or a sound engineer. He/she has completely mastered all technical aspects related to the use of various audio components, such as microphones, processors, amplifiers, speakers, etc.

Required Knowledge:
Ideally, the candidate has completed a college diploma in Electronics (DEC) and possesses vast acoustical knowledge. Familiarity of Ease and CAD simulation software is considered an important asset. Additionally, a strong comprehension of numeric technology and networking is essential.

Required Qualifications:
The candidate should be perfectly bilingual and be at ease when expressing himself/herself before an auditorium. He/she is a good listener and enjoys working within a group. Ownership of a Canadian passport is a necessity, as the candidate will be required to travel for absences generally ranging from 2 to 7 days.

To apply for this position, please email your résumé and cover letter to the Human Resources Department at careers@sfm.ca

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Due to the number of offers we receive, SF Marketing Inc. is unable to respond to all applications. Only selected candidates will be contacted. We thank all applicants for their interest in a career at SF Marketing.