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Senior Manager, PMO - Marketing
full-timeRichmond Hill

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Location

Richmond Hill

Type

full-time

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About this role

Some of what you will do:

As a Sr. Manager, Project Management – Marketing, you will be the strategic and operational lead overseeing large-scale, cross-functional creative initiatives. You’ll partner closely with internal teams, and external vendors to deliver outstanding creative and production work — on time, on budget, and on brand. You’re a natural leader who thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and knows how to bring structure, clarity, and inspiration to complex projects.

Specifically, You Will:

  • Act as the senior point of contact for key stakeholders (i.e. business partners, integrated marketing, creative, marketing ops etc.), translating business goals into clear project vision, success metrics, and actionable creative and production plans.
  • Lead multiple initiatives that involve both internal & external partners from scoping through delivery, owning timelines, budgets, forecasting, risk mitigation, and overall project health.
  • Establish and enforce consistent project management methodologies, workflows, tools (e.g., Workfront), and governance to drive efficiency, quality, and profitability.
  • Manage broader Marketing team capacity and resource allocation in partnership with functional leads, ensuring optimal utilization and proactive staffing planning.
  • Lead and mentor project and production managers, setting an example as a can-do leader who leads through influence—fostering accountability, collaboration, and a high-performance culture that empowers teams to do their best work. 
  • Serve as the connective tissue across marketing, creative, digital, and production teams—facilitating alignment, decision-making, and clear reporting on progress, risks, and outcomes.

Some of what you need:

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent, project management, marketing, or related field. 
  • Project Management certification (PMP, CAPM, or equivalent) is an asset.
  • Strong understanding of project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, or Hybrid). 
  • A balance of creative intuition and operational discipline. 
  • Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills. 
  • Ability to influence and manage stakeholders at all levels. Proficiency in project management tools (e.g., Workfront, Function Point, Wrike, Asana, Smartsheet, etc.) and financial tracking systems. 
  • Knowledge of marketing operations and creative workflows is an asset.
  • 8–10+ years of experience in project management, production, or operations within a creative, advertising, digital agency, or internal agency. Agency experience is an asset.
  • Proven experience leading large, integrated campaigns or multi-market programs.
  • Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
  • Strong background in workflow management, process improvement, and stakeholder engagement. Strong understanding of creative, digital, and media workflows.
  • Proven ability to lead multiple concurrent projects in a fast-paced environment.
  • Experience guiding cross-functional teams to achieve objectives efficiently and on time.

Some of what you will get:
•    Associate discount
•    Health and Dental benefits
•    RRSP/DPSP
•    Performance bonuses
•    Learning & Development programs
•    And more..

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We value transparency in our hiring processes. Please note, artificial intelligence may be used in certain stages to screen, assess, or select applicants, however, a human reviewer makes all final decisions. This posting is for an existing vacancy.

About the Team
At Staples Canada we are dynamic, inspiring partners to our customers and the communities in which we live. As The Working and Learning Company, we inspire people to work smarter, learn more and grow every day. We’re looking for curious, approachable, and passionate individuals who love finding solutions. If that’s you, let’s work, learn, and grow together.

We are building an inclusive and diverse team
Staples Canada is continuously working towards creating an inclusive and diverse work environment. We welcome, value and thrive on perspectives and contributions from backgrounds that vary by race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, lifestyle, age, educational background, national origin, religion or physical ability. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.

Other facts

Tech stack
Project Management,Leadership,Communication,Creative Workflows,Budget Management,Risk Mitigation,Stakeholder Engagement,Agile Methodologies,Waterfall Methodologies,Operational Discipline,Analytical Skills,Organizational Skills,Creative Intuition,Process Improvement,Digital Workflows,Marketing Operations

About Staples Canada

At Staples Professional, we offer more than just office supplies. We cater to all of your business supplies needs.

As the business-to-business division of Staples Canada, we work with companies of 20 or more employees to develop customized programs, provide dedicated account management, and offer a complete assortment of products and services to meet business needs.

We’re the leading supplier in Canada, working with our business partners to provide office supplies, technology products, facility supplies, furniture, and business services.

“We make buying office products easy,” is not just a brand promise, it’s a commitment to our customers.

To accomplish this, we provide a customizable online ordering system, excellent customer care, easy-to-browse catalogue, next day delivery capabilities and a dedicated sales organization designed to meet the needs of every type and size of business.

Or Experience the Staples Professional culture yourself and join our exciting team. https://careers.staples.ca

Team size: 1,001-5,000 employees
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Industry: Retail Office Equipment

What you'll do

  • Oversee large-scale, cross-functional creative initiatives while partnering with internal teams and external vendors. Manage project timelines, budgets, and overall project health to ensure successful delivery.

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What does a Senior Manager, PMO - Marketing do at Staples Canada?

As a Senior Manager, PMO - Marketing at Staples Canada, you will: oversee large-scale, cross-functional creative initiatives while partnering with internal teams and external vendors. Manage project timelines, budgets, and overall project health to ensure successful delivery..

Why join Staples Canada as a Senior Manager, PMO - Marketing?

Staples Canada is a leading Retail Office Equipment company.

Is the Senior Manager, PMO - Marketing position at Staples Canada remote?

The Senior Manager, PMO - Marketing position at Staples Canada is based in Richmond Hill, Ontario, Canada. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.

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