Established in 1837 by Thierry Hermès, Hermès International was founded on the tenets of creativity, quality, fine craftsmanship and service. A family company spanning six generations, Hermès International now boasts an array of product lines that include Leather, Scarves, Ties, Footwear, Perfume, Watches, Jewellery, Art of Living, Enamel, Tableware, Fragrance and Beauty. The Canadian operation, Hermès Canada Inc., was established in 1991 has five retail locations (Toronto, Montréal, Calgary, Vancouver and hermes.com).

Reporting to the Communications Director, the Special Events Manager plays a key role in supporting the communications functions of Hermès Canada. Working in close collaboration with the broader Communications team, this role focuses on the strategic planning and flawless execution of special events, paid media initiatives, and ongoing communications activities, ensuring alignment with brand standards and corporate objectives.

Specifically, the role of Special Events Manager requires:

• Management, planning, and execution of Canadian special events (internal, in-store, and external) in partnership with the Communications Director, Communications team, and cross-functional teams where required;
• Scope includes maintaining critical paths, vendor research, securing venues, concept/design development, communication tools and assets, production (such as scenography, catering, staffing, photography/videography, entertainment, guest experiences), as well as follow-up reporting;
• Secure competitive quotes from various vendors for each event, prepare purchase orders, ensure receipt of all invoices, submit invoices for processing, and contribute to up-to-date budgets with respect to the approved annual Communications Budget;
• Track Communications Budget specific to event expenditures and expenses;
• Ongoing compliance with Group Communication procedures;
• Support Communications Coordinators in their functions as required;
• Additional support may be required on the following topics:
  • Implementation of multi-platform Canadian paid media (digital, outdoor, print, cinema, etc.);
  • Trafficking of paid media assets, including obtaining media kits and specifications from publishers, reviewing proofs/testing, and supplying necessary assets to publishers in advance of material deadlines;
  • Track KPIs to continually monitor performance against paid media objectives;
  • plan for and measure the effectiveness of digital campaigns, devise strategies to improve effectiveness, and campaign reporting;
  • Support on additional Communications topics, as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Preferred Bachelor's degree in events, marketing, or a related field
• 7-10 years of progressive experience in special events
• Understanding of executing events across Canada is a must
• Experience working with international luxury brands the Canadian market is a significant asset
• Must be available to travel frequently within Canada and abroad, if required
• Strong analytical, verbal, and written communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple projects simultaneously
• Flexible, collaborative, and humble—able to take initiative and work independently with a hands-on approach
• Demonstrated discretion and professionalism when handling confidential information

"A creator, artisan and seller of high-quality objects since 1837, Hermès is an independent, family-owned French house that employs nearly 23 200 people worldwide. Driven by its permanent entrepreneurial spirit and consistently high standards, Hermès cultivates the freedom and autonomy of each individual through responsible management. The company perpetuates the transmission of exceptional know-how through strong territorial anchoring that respects people and resources. Sixteen artisanal métiers feed the creativity of the house, whose collections are presented in nearly 300 stores around the world"