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Senior Director of Marketing – National QSR Brand

Location: Richmond Hill ON

Salary: $160,000 - $170,000

Posted Date: 05.09.2026

Employment Type: Contract

Job ID: 56188704

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Job Description

Senior Director of Marketing
We are a leading, fast-growing Quick Service Restaurant (QSR) brand known for serving up fresh, bold flavors that keep our guests coming back for more. We believe in building a vibrant, inclusive culture where creative ideas thrive. We want our team members to feel empowered to take bold swings and make a real impact on our brand's growth.

We are searching for a scrappy, highly creative Senior Director of Marketing to take our brand to the next level. If you love dreaming up innovative ideas and turning them into highly effective campaigns, this role is for you. In this position, you will lead and mentor a talented marketing team of approximately five professionals. You will enjoy a flexible, hybrid work schedule and a highly competitive salary range of $160,000 to $170,000.

Responsibilities

Lead and Inspire: Manage, mentor, and grow a dedicated marketing team of 5 people, fostering a collaborative and highly creative environment.
Drive Strategy: Develop and execute innovative marketing strategies that boost brand awareness, drive foot traffic, and increase customer loyalty.
Execute Campaigns: Build scrappy, high-impact marketing campaigns that stand out in the competitive QSR space.
Manage Budgets: Oversee the marketing budget to ensure optimal return on investment across all channels.
Analyze Performance: Track and report on key metrics, using data to refine strategies and improve future campaigns.
Collaborate: Work closely with operations, culinary, and executive teams to ensure all marketing efforts align with core business goals.

Qualifications

University or college degree in marketing, business, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
10+ years of senior-level marketing leadership experience, with a proven track record of success supporting a national chain; restaurant marketing experience is required.
Deep expertise in loyalty programs, online ordering ecosystems, and customer data platforms (CDPs), with the ability to turn insights into growth-focused strategies.
Strong command of digital marketing and social media, with proficiency in Google Analytics, including GA4, to measure performance and optimize campaigns.
Scrappy, solutions-oriented mindset with a history of delivering high-impact results in fast-paced, evolving environments.
Demonstrated success leading, coaching, and developing high-performing teams, including experience managing a small but agile marketing function.
Exceptional organizational, communication, presentation, and writing skills, paired with a creative and innovative approach to brand-building.
Ability to perform effectively under pressure, manage competing priorities, and adapt quickly in a constantly changing business environment.
Data-driven and commercially minded, with the strategic judgment to align marketing initiatives with guest engagement, traffic, and revenue objectives.

Benefits

Competitive Base Salary: $160,000 - $170,000 annually.
Flexible Work: Enjoy a hybrid work schedule that supports a healthy work-life balance.
Health and Wellness: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
Paid Time Off: Generous vacation and holiday time to recharge.

How to Apply
Are you ready to bring your creativity and leadership to a brand that celebrates bold flavors and even bolder ideas? Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter highlighting a scrappy, successful campaign you previously led. We cannot wait to hear from you! send resume to scotts@geckohospitality.com

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