Volunteer Opportunity: Sales and Distribution Coordinator

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We’re looking for a SAD Coordinator to manage and grow our stockist network and partnerships. This role is perfect for someone who loves relationship-building, stays organized, and gets energized by supporting others. You’ll ensure our stockists — wherever they are — feel seen, stocked, and excited to be part of SAD. This is a fixed 6 month position with potential to continue on. 

From marketing campaigns to inventory check-ins, launch party collabs to creative partnerships — you’ll help make sure every touchpoint is thoughtful and aligned. You’ll also field new stockist partner opportunities and help turn them into something meaningful and mutually beneficial.

What You’ll Do:

Stockist & Donor Relationship Management

  •  Act as the main point of contact for all SAD stockists worldwide

  • Ensure they are stocked, supported, and fully informed ahead of each launch

  • Provide all necessary assets, tools, and information to help stockists succeed

  •  Encourage participation in brand campaigns, donor initiatives, launch events, and collaborations

  •  Track performance and revenue generated by each stockist

  •  Maintain consistent communication through email, updates, and check-ins

Stockist and Donor Growth & Onboarding

  • Create and maintain a compelling pitch kit to bring in aligned, values-driven stockists

  • Proactively seek out and onboard new stockists and donors across various regions

  • Equip the internal SAD team with resources to help identify leads and pass them along

  • Ensure new stockists and donors have a seamless, on-brand onboarding experience

Marketing & Campaign Coordination

  • Write creative, clear briefs for marketing assets tied to launches and partnerships

  • Work closely with the design team to ensure graphics are delivered and aligned with our brand

  • Distribute campaign toolkits across the stockist network

  • Coordinate retail collaborations, co-branded promotions, and other stockist-led campaigns

Partnership Fielding & Execution

  • Coordinate the execution of inbound partnerships from ad purchases to community partner collabs.

  • Execute partnership agreements in collaboration with leadership 

  • Support Director of Partnerships with special projects and ad partner communications, ensuring timely and accurate delivery of all assets and partner needs

You’ll Love This Role If You…

  • Are a relationship-builder with excellent communication and follow-through

  • Have 2–4 years of experience in partnerships, retail ops, marketing, or account/client management

  • Can stay organized while managing multiple relationships and moving deadlines

  • Understand and value the needs of independent retailers and creative partners

  • Are confident using tools like Notion, Airtable, Google Drive, and Slack

  • Feel connected to SAD’s mission and want to help build it thoughtfully and intentionally

Bonus Points

  • Experience working with independent retail networks, vendors, or boutique stockists

  • Background in campaign strategy, event management, or marketing production

  • Experience managing partnerships from first contact through execution

To apply:

Send us your resume, a short note about yourself, and any relevant work samples (emails, campaigns, decks, etc.) to davida@sadmag.ca by September 18, 2025.

Want to go above and beyond? Tell us about a dream stockist or partner you’d love to see SAD collaborate with.

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