Company: Rakuten Kobo
Location: Toronto, ON
Expected salary:
Job date: Wed, 30 Apr 2025 04:00:49 GMT
Job description: Job Description:Here at Rakuten Kobo Inc. we offer a casual working start-up environment and a group of friendly and talented individuals. Our employees rank us highly in terms of commitment to work/life balance. We realize that for our people to be innovative, creative and passionate they need to feel valued and supported.
If you’re looking for a company that inspires passion, personal, and professional growth – join Kobo and come help us on our mission of making reading lives better.The Role:Rakuten Kobo Inc. is looking for a Marketing Coordinator to join our Audiobooks and Subscription team as a contractor for 12-months starting July 2025. The team is comprised of many highly talented enthusiastic individuals who ensure the services and offerings from Kobo are available to both internal and external customers.Reporting to the Director, Audiobooks and Global Subscriptions, the Marketing Coordinator will support the curating and planning of our audiobook and subscription storefronts, the tracking and analyzing of core KPI’s, and the development of internal reports. It will also support our contact with publishers and help create reporting for them.The Marketing Coordinator will support in the development of marketing plans for new services and/or new country launches and promotions. You will collaborate with various teams to continuously improve our core KPI’s and support our content teams to drive the best possible content curation. All aimed at delivering a best-in-class consumer experience of our subscription services.The Person:
- You have a keen attention to detail and are action oriented.
- You are a multi-tasker with great time management skills.
- You enjoy collecting, analyzing, and presenting data and information.
- You are eager to take on new challenges and learn new skills daily.
- Proficient communication skills.
- You love to learn and research new trends and customer behaviours.
Responsibilities Include:
- Assisting with audiobook and subscription merchandising and promotion execution.
- Maintain the audiobook content calendar and store planners.
- Perform store audits and regular quality assurance of the audiobook and subscriber customer experience.
- Utilize data analytics platforms (ex. Google Analytics, Tableau, etc.) to report on business performance.
- Support internal reporting in various forms.
The Skillset:Required:
- Must possess good communication skills and be comfortable liaising with multiple teams and internal stakeholders on a daily basis.
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Google Analytics for data analysis.
- Experience with presenting data/results with clear analysis and conclusions to groups.
- Creative, curious, and critical thinker, constantly searching for and tapping into new opportunities to impact and achieve success metrics and KPI targets.
Nice to Haves:
- Experience with eCommerce, subscriptions and/or digital marketing.
- Affinity and experience with Audiobooks.
- Post-secondary education focusing on Marketing.
The Perks:
- Flexible hours and hybrid remote working environment
- Dog friendly office
- Four extended long weekends in the summer
About Rakuten Kobo Inc.
Owned by Tokyo-based Rakuten and headquartered in Toronto, Rakuten Kobo Inc. is one of the most advanced global ecommerce companies, with the world’s most innovative e-reading services offering more than 6 million eBooks and audiobooks to 30 million + customers in 190 countries. Kobo delivers the best digital reading experience through creative innovation, award-winning e-readers, and top-ranking mobile apps. Kobo is a part of the Rakuten group of companies.Rakuten Kobo Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Accessibility accommodations for candidates with disabilities participating in the selection process are available on request. Any information received related to accommodation needs of applicants will be addressed confidentially.Rakuten Kobo would like to thank all applicants for their interest in this role however only qualified candidates will be shortlisted.Beware of fraudulent job offers claiming to be from Rakuten. Rakuten does not send unsolicited job offers or request money during the recruitment process. Learn more: https://rakutenemploymentalert.com/#RKIND
Job Summary for Marketing Coordinator at Rakuten Kobo Inc.
Company Overview:
Rakuten Kobo Inc. offers a casual working environment and highly values work/life balance, aiming to inspire innovation and creativity among employees.
Position:
- Role: Marketing Coordinator (Contract for 12 months, starting July 2025).
- Team: Audiobooks and Subscription team, reporting to the Director of Audiobooks and Global Subscriptions.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support curation and planning of audiobook and subscription storefronts.
- Track and analyze core KPIs.
- Develop internal reports and assist in communication with publishers.
- Contribute to marketing plans for new services and promotions.
- Collaborate with teams to enhance core KPIs and content curation.
Ideal Candidate:
- Detail-oriented, action-oriented, and skilled in multitasking.
- Proficient in data analysis and communication.
- Eager to learn and stay updated on trends in customer behavior.
Required Skills:
- Strong communication, Microsoft Excel, and Google Analytics proficiency.
- Experience in presenting data clearly.
- Creative thinker with a focus on achieving success metrics.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Background in eCommerce, subscriptions, or digital marketing.
- Interest in audiobooks.
- Post-secondary education in Marketing.
Perks:
- Flexible hours and hybrid work environment.
- Dog-friendly office.
- Four extended weekends in summer.
Additional Information:
- Rakuten Kobo Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and offers accommodations for candidates with disabilities.
- Caution against fraudulent job offers.
For more details, visit the official Rakuten employment alert page.
