Marketing Communications Coordinator

Help people create homes they love. Join the Urban Barn team as a Marketing Communications Coordinator at our Home Office located in Burnaby, BC.

With over 50 retail stores across the country, Urban Barn is a national retail chain offering high-quality furniture and home décor. We’re passionate about making our customers and our employees feel right at home.

• This is an in-office position Monday-Thursday, with the flexibility to work remotely on Friday.

Reporting to the Marketing Program Manager, the Marketing & Communications Coordinator plays a key role in supporting the execution of integrated marketing strategies that strengthen Urban Barn's brand and drive customer engagement.

What You’ll Do

• Support the development and distribution of marketing communications to stores, warehouses, and the corporate office, ensuring content accurately reflects brand standards.
• Support the planning and execution of integrated marketing campaigns and initiatives across multiple channels, ensuring brand consistency and timely delivery of assets and communications.
• Monitor and respond to Marketing inquiries while coordinating with appropriate teams for timely resolution.
• Provide marketing administration and support, including trackers, marketing documentation, photoshoot coordination, and participation in special projects and committees as needed.
• Lead and support the planning and execution of marketing and PR events including, store openings, media opportunities, pop-ups and in-store community events.
• Own print production including vendor management and logistics, for promotional materials, store displays, seasonal launches, point-of-sale materials, and events, ensuring accurate and timely delivery.
• Assist social media and influencer programs across content management, partnership administration, and channel optimization as needed.
• Support PR initiatives through media coordination, product and content facilitation, and internal stakeholder reporting.
• Manage and track marketing invoices and payments for various marketing initiatives.

Who You Are

• Great communicator, able to share creative ideas and collaborate effectively with the team
• Excellent writing and proofreading skills
• Extremely detail-oriented with the ability to multitask and meet tight deadlines
• Active listener who values diverse perspectives and fosters open dialogue
• Trusted professional who maintains confidentiality of sensitive and personal information
• Proactive and always looking for ways to improve processes, embracing change with a positive mindset
• Strong team player who builds positive, respectful relationships across all levels
• Reliable and committed to meeting deadlines while balancing multiple priorities

What You Bring

• 1-3 years of experience in Marketing and/or Communications is an asset
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational and time management abilities
• Adaptability and a proactive approach to taking on additional responsibilities
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment
• Bilingual language skills (French & English) are an asset

Why Join Urban Barn:

• We don't just sell home decor; we help furnish life's biggest moments
• Competitive salary
• Group benefits (health, dental, and vision coverage)
• A Group RSP program
• A 40% discount on Urban Barn products
• Opportunities for professional development and advancement
• We offer a fun work environment with a collaborative team that loves to talk design

Urban Barn offers a welcoming environment where inclusion, diversity, and equity are paramount. We are committed to creating and strengthening a culture of respect and openness in all our stores, warehouses, and offices.