We're looking for:

• Administrative Assistant, Finance and Administration Department (Head Office)
• Clothing fit models for sample fittings (Head Office)
• Marketing specialist (Head Office)
• Frontline staff (Vancouver Store)
• Frontline staff (Edmonton store)
• Frontline Staff (Cycling) and Bike Mechanics (Vancouver store)

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Administrative Assistant, Finance and Administration Department (Head Office) - #12-33

What you'll be doing

• Providing administrative support to the CFO including the preparation of reports, presentations, correspondence and ad-hoc requests; co-ordination of meeting schedules and task lists and short and long-term records management
• Providing administrative support for the Finance and Audit Committee, as requested by the CFO
• Providing administrative support to the Controller and Treasurer
• Providing administrative support to the Finance and Administration staff
• Completing necessary paperwork and forward documentation to Provincial Governments for corporate records filing purposes
• Providing cover for Office Services staff
• Coordinating and organizing departmental functions
• Providing support for administration of MEC's insurance program

What you need to do it well

• Post-secondary education
• 3-5 years' experience in an executive assistant position
• Exceptional organization skills and the ability to "keep a number of balls in the air"
• Resourceful, proactive, detail orientated and energetic
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Strong oral and written communication skills. French/English bilingual skills considered an asset
• Self-starter, ability to work independently
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and the Internet
• Tact, diplomacy, and ability to maintain confidentiality
• A passion for outdoor activities considered an asset
• An interest in and an understanding of Finance consider a strong asset

How to Apply

Please send us your resume and cover letter by May 21, 2012:

We thank all applicants for their interest, but we will only contact selected candidates.

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Clothing fit models for sample fittings (Head Office)

What you'll be doing

• Trying on garments that are in the sample/development stage so that the designers can review the fit and design of the product
• This position will be for our head office located in Vancouver.

What you need to do it well

Women Size: Medium/8:

1. Contemporary Fit

• Athletic Proportionate Body

Measurements:

• Height: 5.6"-5.7"
• Bust: 36"-37"
• Waist: 28"-29"
• Hips: 39"-40
• Arms: 31"-32
• Inseam: 29"-30

Men Size: Medium/34:

1. Contemporary Fit

• Athletic Proportionate Body

Measurements:

• Height: 5.10"-5.11"
• Chest: 40"-41"
• Waist: 33"-34"
• Hips: 40"-41"
• Arms: 34"-35"
• Inseam: 31.5"-32.5"
• Neck: 15.5"-16.5"

Active participants in any of our core activities (Climbing, Hiking, Cycling, Skiing etc) would be asset.

How to Measure:

Arms

Bend elbow gently, then measure from centre of back of neck out to point of shoulder, down to back of elbow, and forward to wrist

Chest / Bust

Measure fullest circumference, keeping tape up under arms and across shoulder blades.

Height

Stand with back straight; measure from highest point on head to floor

Hips

Stand with feet together and measure at fullest circumference

Inseam

Measure inner leg from crotch to below the ankle bone

Neck

Measure circumference at base of neck

Waist

Measure at narrowest circumference

How to apply

If you are interested in this opportunity and meet these requirements, please contact Morgan Dolejsi at:

We thank everyone for their interest, but we'll only contact selected applicants.

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Marketing specialist (Head Office) - #12-34

What you'll be doing

• Planning and forecasting marketing campaigns for a specific set of products. This may include seeking out new channels for reaching your target market, planning the media buy with an agency and presenting forecasts and recommendation to management
• Planning and managing the production aspect for all web, print, and multi-channel marketing and communications projects (including advertising but excluding catalogue and signage-related requests), communications and multi-channel production projects
• Trafficking all web, print, advertising and multi-channel projects for Canada and Quebec (excluding catalogue and signage. Includes trafficking and scheduling translation for these projects
• Use Basecamp to plan and traffic all web, print and multi-channel projects
• Completing special projects as assigned. Assessing client needs and determine appropriate marketing solutions that will achieve client’s objectives while aligning to MEC’s business and marketing strategies, and respecting allotted budget.Developing marketing and creative briefs that thoroughly and accurately communicate C&Ms marketing needs to the internal creative team and external agencies. Where possible, validate campaign targeting with market segmentation data and forecast campaign performance based on historical results
• Gathering information and reviewing metrics related to the performance of completed campaigns. Using information to create insights about the campaign’s success and recommendations for future improvements

What you need to do it well

• Demonstrated Project management experience
• 3-5 years related experience. Retail and/or product marketing experience considered an asset.
• Excellent organization and time management skills with the ability to multi-task in a deadline driven environment
• Detail oriented
• Proven ability to manage multiple stakeholder requirements and input
• Diploma or Bachelor's degree is required. Specialization in Business, Marketing or Communications, is preferred, however other disciplines in combination with relevant experience will be considered.
• Excellent communication skills. French/English bilingualism considered an asset
• Experience using software such as Microsoft Office. Experience using Excel to complete marketing forecasts and analyze campaign performance considered an asset.

How to Apply

Please send us your resume and cover letter by May 28, 2012:

We thank all applicants for their interest, but we will only contact selected candidates.

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Frontline staff (Vancouver Store)

What you'll be doing

• Helping members get the gear and advice they need to enjoy the outdoors.

What you need to do it well

• A strong desire to help people.
• Passion for wild spaces, outdoor activities, and great gear.
• Solid communication skills.
• A positive attitude.
• The time to work a variety of shifts from Monday to Sunday.

How to Apply

Please send us your resume and cover letter, along with a completed job application by May 31, 2012:

We thank all applicants for their interest, but we will only contact selected candidates.

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Frontline staff (Edmonton store)

What you'll be doing

• Helping members get the gear and advice they need to enjoy the outdoors.
• Backstock, Floor, Cash, Bike Builder positions
  

What you need to do it well

• A strong desire to help people.
• Passion for wild spaces, outdoor activities, and great gear.
• Solid communication skills.
• A positive attitude.
• The time to work a variety of shifts from Monday to Sunday.

For bike builder staff:

• 6 months - 1 year cycling maintenance and repair experience in bike shop or equivalent experience.
• Passion for cycling and bikes
• Mechanical aptitude

Details

• Contract positions.

How to Apply

Please send us your resume and cover letter, along with a completed job application by April 25, 2012:

We thank all applicants for their interest, but we will only contact selected candidates.

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Frontline Staff (Cycling) and Bike Mechanics (Vancouver store)

What you'll be doing (cycling frontline staff)

• Assembling, assessing and repairing bicycles
• Helping members on the retail floor get the gear and advice they need to enjoy the outdoors

What you'll be doing (bike mechanic)

• Assembling, maintaining and repairing bicycles within MEC's productivity, quality, and safety guidelines
• Maintaining a clean and organized work environment that meets visual presentation standards
• Contributing to exceptional member service by conducting activities outlined in frontline job description when needed
• Mentoring and training frontline staff on bike repair processes and procedures
• Installing, adjusting and repairing bindings in an efficient, accurate and timely manner according to standard procedure and instructions
• Providing frontline staff support when required
• Considering MEC's sustainability principles when making decisions and actions
• Ad hoc projects as by the Store Manager

What you need to do it well (cycling frontline staff)

• A strong desire to help people
• Passion for wild spaces, outdoor activities, and great gear. Passion for cycling and bikes
• 6 months - 1 year cycling maintenance and repair experience in bike shop or equivalent
• Retail experience. Retail outdoor experience considered a strong asset.
• Mechanical aptitude
• Solid communication skills
• A positive attitude
• Self-starter
• The time to work a variety of shifts from Monday to Sunday

What you need to do it well (bike mechanic)

• 6 months - 1 year cycling maintenance and repair experience in bike shop or equivalent experience.
• Passion for cycling and bikes
• Experience in a ski service shop
• Mechanical aptitude
• Solid communication skills
• A strong desire to help people
• A positive attitude
• Self-starter
• The time to work a variety of shifts from Monday to Sunday

Details

These are contract positions.

How to Apply

Please send us your resume and cover letter, along with a completed job application to:

We thank all applicants for their interest, but we will only contact selected candidates.

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