# HIRING: Marketing & Operations (CARSTAR) **URL:** \ **Category:** SON240sx Automotive\ **Created:** [July 22, 2010, 6:02am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/hiring-marketing-operations-carstar/158185 "2010-07-22T06:02:04Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 5\ **Page:** 1
**Author:** ![bing](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/bing/32/7211_2.png) [@bing](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/bing)\ **Post date:** [July 22, 2010, 6:02am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/hiring-marketing-operations-carstar/158185/1 "2010-07-22T06:02:04Z")
2 Jobs avialable that we are hiring for. Both are based out of Hamilton. Marketing is in my dept. but you wont report to me, sadly. The ops one is not in my dept but you’ll still be doing my bidding indirectly so that’s good. Get in touch with me first and email resume to bwong at carstar.ca if it sucks im throwing it back at you for upgrades… probably better to have that filter anyhow. It’s worked before. Dan’s resume was a total piece j/k. okay… go! **Marketing and Communications Specialist Ad** [CENTER][/CENTER] **_Organizational Overview_** CARSTAR is Canada’s leader in the Collision Repair industry, with over 140 Franchise locations across the country. Within Canada, CARSTAR repairs approximately 100,000 vehicles per year with the highest rate of customer satisfaction. **_Role Description_** Are you ready for an exciting challenge? Here’s your chance to join our team! CARSTAR is seeking a **Marketing and Communications Specialist** to join the corporate team. The Marketing and Communications Specialist will work directly with the Marketing Manager to develop and execute national and regional marketing communications plans for the organization. In addition, the successful candidate will build and implement the company’s PR and Communications strategy, be responsible for writing, editing and distributing organizational communications, and work on marketing campaigns. The individual must be creative and innovative, have great attention to detail and possess excellent organizational skills with the ability to multitask and meet short deadlines. This person will be primarily responsible for marketing communications nationally. **Responsibilities:** § Writing, proofreading and editing of marketing materials for content accuracy and brand consistency § Overseeing the development and execution of CARSTAR’s annual National Fundraising Campaign in support of the Canadian Cystic Fibrosis Foundation § Development and execution of social media strategy and online presence § Working with Marketing Manager on development and execution of all marketing promotions, programs and communications § Liaison with Trade Press and responsible for CARSTAR’s Trade Press publication strategy **Qualifications and Competencies:** § Creative and innovative with great attention to detail § Excellent proofreading and copy writing skills (both creative and professional) § Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal § Excellent organizational skills with the ability to multitask and meet short deadlines Qualifications include post secondary degree and/or diploma in Marketing and/or Communications and a minimum of 2 years of job related experience. Membership in Marketing and/or PR associations is an asset. This role is an exceptional opportunity for someone who’s energetic and self-motivated! Forward your resume and samples of your writing (both creative and professional) to [hr@carstar.ca](mailto:hr@carstar.ca). ---
**Author:** ![bing](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/bing/32/7211_2.png) [@bing](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/bing)\ **Post date:** [July 22, 2010, 7:23am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/hiring-marketing-operations-carstar/158185/2 "2010-07-22T07:23:02Z")
Another position: Quality Systems Specialist 1. SUMMARY Coordination and network implementation of all CQS activities and ensure that the system is robust, user friendly and provides value to the franchise partners and is the foundation of the CARSTAR value proposition. 2. PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: • To have primary accountability for CQS case management (case assigning, reporting, documentation, etc…) • Ensure continuous improvement of the CQS program and be the ultimate advocate of CQS to the entire network and all CARSTAR partners • Manage and maintain the calendar activity relating to CQS maintenance and training for staff and stores • Track the activities of the Quality Systems team to ensure the effective allocation of resources to meet franchise and insurance partner needs • To provide quantitative and qualitative analytical support to the Quality Systems team • Produce store performance KPI analysis for the store performance meeting, as well periodically for the Quality Systems team 1. SECONDARY RESPONSIBILITIES • Coordinate all CQS support activities including usage reports, proper formatting, up-dates as requested by each department/area • Support each department/area in the development of store performance improvement processes and tools to be incorporated in CQS • Develop an annual training calendar to train all staff and franchise partners on CQS • Develop and perform executive reports on CQS Quarterly Assessments performed by the MDM/RD • Support the MDM/RD in the Action Plan developments by region for the proper implementation of the CQS • Support the CAP process with the CQS structure, functionality, overview and support mechanism for new stores. • Analyze the strategic incorporation of new processes and tool development in order to continually improve CQS and incorporate lean principles and best management practices received from the field feedback. 2. KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS: • Experience and knowledge of quality systems / operations • Experience and knowledge of strategic planning • Strong statistical, financial analysis and data modeling • Well organized self starter with ability to balance multiple tasks/responsibilities • Outstanding analytical and problem solving skills • Excellent communications skills • Good interpersonal and team player skills • Advance software use using excel, access, powerpoint, visio • Post secondary education, bachelor process or mechanical engineering. • Interest in Automotive 3. WORKING CONDITIONS: • Primarily an office based job • Work in the evening, weekends from time to time as demands dictate • Ability and willingness to travel, when required Please send resumes to hr@carstar.ca ---
**Author:** ![bing](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/bing/32/7211_2.png) [@bing](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/bing)\ **Post date:** [July 23, 2010, 7:48am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/hiring-marketing-operations-carstar/158185/3 "2010-07-23T07:48:15Z")
[http://www.workopolis.com/EN/job-search/carstar-jobs?ak=carstar&lg=en](http://www.workopolis.com/EN/job-search/carstar-jobs?ak=carstar&lg=en) all postings on Workopolis. ---
**Author:** ![DrFuzzyBallz](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/d/a183cd/32.png) [@DrFuzzyBallz](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/DrFuzzyBallz)\ **Post date:** [July 25, 2010, 11:42am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/hiring-marketing-operations-carstar/158185/4 "2010-07-25T11:42:37Z")
why cant it be closer to me… ---
**Author:** ![bing](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/bing/32/7211_2.png) [@bing](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/bing)\ **Post date:** [August 9, 2010, 2:03pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/hiring-marketing-operations-carstar/158185/5 "2010-08-09T14:03:48Z")
guys, i am not happy with the applicants i am getting for these positions… need some total badasses who want to start a career to apply