Digital Content & Engagement Specialist Job Listing at Applied Industrial Technologies in Nisku, AB (Job ID JR103728)

Description

Our Purpose is to help our Customers, our Associates, our Suppliers, our Communities and our Shareholders in Achieving Superior Performance! This is what Applied Canada stands for. Applied® is a leading value-added distributor of bearings, power transmission products, engineered fluid power components and systems, specialty flow control solutions, and other industrial supplies, serving MRO and OEM customers. With over 50 facilities located across Canada and 650 Associates, Applied® supports the steel, mining, forestry, agriculture, automotive, oil and gas, food processing, power generation, pulp and paper, and transportation industries, just to name a few. In addition, Applied provides engineering, design and systems integration for industrial, fluid power, and flow control applications, as well as customized mechanical, fabricated rubber, fluid power, and flow control shop services. 

Applied Industrial Technologies Canada exists to help its customers, associates, suppliers, communities, and shareholders Achieve Superior Performance. As a leading value-added distributor of bearings, power transmission, fluid power, flow control, and other industrial products, Applied supports MRO and OEM customers across Canada through more than 50 facilities and 650 associates. We provide engineering, design, systems integration, and specialized shop services to serve a broad range of Canadian industries.

We are seeking a motivated, detail-oriented Digital Content & Engagement Specialist to join our Business Services team. This is an entry-level role ideal for a recent graduate who is looking to build a career in digital communications, content creation, and marketing support. This position plays a key role in shaping and maintaining our company's digital presence across public websites, internal platforms, marketing materials, and other digital touchpoints.

This role is to be located in any one of our major services centers in Canada, with preference for our Nisku(Edmonton region), Surrey, Stoney Creek, or Quebec (city) service centers.  There is the potential to move to a hybrid arrangement after a probationary period.   

Position Summary:

Reporting directly to Director, Business Services, the successful candidate will work cross-functionally with internal teams and external partners to create and ensure content is accurate, professional, and aligned with our brand standards. This role offers hands-on exposure to website content management, vendor marketing collaboration, visual content assembly, internal communications, marketing, and future digital engagement initiatives.

Role and Key Responsibilities:

Digital Content Creation & Website Support

• Create, assemble, and format digital content for our website(s) and Intranet / internal communication platforms

• Combine text, images, and vendor-supplied assets into professional, brand-compliant content

• Edit and optimize images for digital use

• Ensure accuracy, consistency, and attention to detail across digital content

• Translate all content into French (bilingualism preferred but not required)

Marketing & Internal Communications Support

• Create and develop digital marketing materials, brochures, presentations, and internal documents

• Coordinate updates to internal templates and brand assets

• Assist with campaign execution and content preparation

Vendor & Asset Coordination

• Work with vendor partners to collect and manage product images and marketing materials

• Maintain organized digital asset libraries

• Ensure proper file naming, version control, and brand compliance

Brand & Quality Control

• Maintain consistency in tone, formatting, and visual standards

• Proofread content for grammar, accuracy, and professionalism

• Ensure alignment with corporate branding guidelines

Future Digital Engagement (Growth Opportunity)

• Support emerging digital engagement initiatives

• Assist with potential future social media content development

• Contribute ideas to improve digital presence and customer engagement

• Support analytics tracking and reporting as digital initiatives expand

Preferred Education & Experience:

• Diploma or degree in Marketing, Communications, Digital Media, Graphic Design, or related field, or 3 years equivalent experience in a related field

Required Skills:

• Proficiency with digital content tools (Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, or similar platforms)

• Experience in Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Word, Excel, SharePoint)

• Strong written and verbal communication skills as well as proven problem solving and analytical skills

• The ability to work self-directed

• Work in a collaborative manner with multiple stakeholders

• Ability to develop new processes and drive process improvements with clear improvement results

• Able to work in a team environment and utilize all available resources

This role is ideal for someone early in their career who:

• Is eager to learn and grow

• Takes pride in producing polished, professional work

• Enjoys working with both visuals and written content

• Is comfortable working behind the scenes to support broader business objectives

• Wants exposure to digital marketing, branding, and corporate communications

Training and mentorship will be provided

Why Join Business Services?

This role sits at the intersection of digital presence, operational support, and sales and marketing execution. As our digital footprint continues to expand, this position offers meaningful growth opportunities and exposure across multiple business functions.

You will be part of a stable and established company with consistently strong performance and growth. We encourage you to contribute fresh new ideas. Here is just some of what we have to offer:

• Competitive compensation and bonus opportunities

• Health, vision, and dental coverage, RRSP w/ company match

• Paid vacation, sick time, and company holidays

• Tuition reimbursement and opportunities for development

• Company supported community involvement opportunities

You will be part of a stable and established company with consistently strong performance and growth. We encourage you to contribute fresh new ideas. Here is just some of what we have to offer:
 
•    Competitive compensation and bonus opportunities
•    Health, vision, and dental coverage, RRSP w/ company match
•    Paid vacation, sick time, and company holidays
•    Tuition reimbursement and opportunities for development
•     Company supported community involvement opportunities
 
We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, national origin, ancestry, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, marital status or any other characteristic prohibited by law.