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Reporting to the Sr Marketing Manager of Shopper Marketing this position is accountable to support the growth and profitability of the PepsiCo Beverages Portfolio at some of our most important large format customers, specifically will lead the long term growth plan for Costco. As a change leader, influencer, and strong brand marketer, you will be responsible for building the strategy, planning and commercialization of our key innovation and programming for these customers.  You will need to work collaboratively with a large cross functional team in order to deliver results and bring new ideas to the market.

Key responsibilities for the Associate Marketing Manager include:

• Lead the development of the innovation hopper and annual planning process for the Costco business
• Lead weekly cross functional team meetings to commercialize new innovation
• Lead the New Product Development process with senior leadership in order to gather feedback and approval on key innovation during the commercialization process
• Lead development and presentation of the key Actions for growth meetings with the Costco customer and buyer
• Work collaboratively with the brand team in order to develop the best long term plan to drive growth at our biggest LF customers
• Support with critical internal alignment meetings such as RSLT, AFG, and retail AOP
• Lead the large format, club and e-commerce business review
• Collaborate with the LF shopper marketing team in order to deliver full year calendar plans
• Work with the consumer insights team to better understand the shopper and key drivers of purchase
• Lead the e-commerce growth and development plan in collaboration with the key account management team

Qualifications

• Undergraduate Degree in Business/Marketing 
• 3-5 Years of working experience
• Strong Project Management 
• Strong knowledge of PBC business, Go to Market (GTM), systems and processes preferred
• Ability to effectively collaborate, communicate and influence in a customer / sales environment
• Demonstrated leadership capability within a cross-functional environment
• Demonstrated ability to develop and cultivate relationships
• High level of professional maturity – ability to collaborate with external customer teams
• Strong analytical skills
• Knowledge of ecommerce landscape is an asset

#Li-Hybrid

Hourly Rate/Salary: $51,800.00 - $69,067.00 
Hours of Work: 35 
Work Location: Hybrid, work from home and in-person at Civic Centre 
Department/Division/Section: CMO/City Manager's Office,CMO/Strategic Communications&Initiatives,Corporate & Department Communication 
Non-Union/Union: Non Union 

We thank all who apply, however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. You can also check your application status in your candidate profile online. 

All personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act.

The Manager, Communications role is designed to elevate and strengthen how PFC (Frito Lay Canada and Quaker Canada) communicates, engages and drives awareness of business priorities to our more than 5,000+ frontline employees.

What you can expect from us:

• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits designed to fit your unique needs 
• A dynamic and inclusive culture that promotes you to bring your whole-self to work 
• Inspiring positive change for people and the planet with sustainability goals
• A supportive team that will encourage your professional growth and development

Responsibilities

• Partner with Field Sales and Supply Chain, in partnership with PFC’s Communications team, to develop compelling, and engaging content strategies across internal channels that meet the unique needs of PFC’s Frontline audience.  

• Responsible for implementing content strategies across PFC Comms-led field channels; work closely with peers on Internal and External comms teams to successfully execute.  

• Serve as project manager for field content planning, which includes storymining, calendar management, and content approvals.  

• Drive our frontline EVP (employee value proposition) externally, across owned social channels, as well as internally. 

• Work closely with internal and external comms team members to ensure approvals.  

• Serve as community manager for PFC Yammer/Viva Engage account with a focus on driving engagement with PFC frontline employees.  

• Lead monitoring, measurement and insights for PFC comms-managed field channels, delivering succinct and insight-driven reports to teammates and senior executives.  

• Serve as resident PFC field communications expert with global PepsiCo partners and stakeholders, for ideation, planning and knowledge-sharing sessions. 

• Support PFC internal communications team to rollout plans flawlessly and impactfully. 

• Lead community giving and philanthropy agenda for all PepsiCo Foods Canada, working closely with comms team members to drive impact and awareness. 

Qualifications

• University degree in Journalism, Public Relations or a related field and/or a diploma in Corporate Communications. 

• 8+ years of experience in internal/employee communication and/or field-focused roles; prefer someone who has worked in a communication capacity with frontline employees 

• Outstanding writing, proofreading and strategic communication planning skills. 

• Demonstrated experience in project management and special events. 

• High level of computer proficiency (MS Office, web-based applications) 

• Demonstrated computer proficiency: Microsoft Suite. 

• Knowledge of Canadian Consumer Packaged Goods industry an asset. 

Reporting to the Director, Marketing- Deli and Specialty Meats, the entrepreneurial marketing manager will lead the development and commercialization of our premium sliced meats strategy inclusive of our flagship brand Maple Leaf Natural Selections, and Schneiders.  This position is to continue to drive focus and impact within the sliced meats space and requires strong strategic innovations skill paired with business management fundamentals.

Any MLF team member interested in being considered for this role are encouraged to apply online by August 28. Applications received beyond that date are not guaranteed consideration.

Snapshot of a Day-in-the-Life:

• Develop and execute category strategies that capitalize on our brand positions to drive channel growth and share gains
• Develop consumer-centric innovation to address consumer pain points, and lead the commercialization of new product innovations, working with cross-functional stakeholders including product development, finance, revenue management, operations, packaging, graphics, & purchasing to ensure successful, on-time launches
• Initiate category specific brand management and communication in collaboration with Brand team
• Partner with Revenue Management lead to ensure price and promotional strategies are optimized
• Work closely with Sales to understand and execute against specific customer strategies or tactics
• Consistently leverage data and develop insights from Nielsen and internal data sources to provide category share and financial reporting and analysis for the category, including weekly, monthly, and annual rhythms as well as ad hoc analyses
• Analyze brands, market, and competitive trends and recommend suitable actions
• Participate in MLF’s annual budgeting and five-year planning process

What You’ll Bring:

• Bachelor’s Degree plus track record of results within a CPG environment.
• Must be proactive and performance driven, have a bias for action and be able to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience managing a large complex business with a proven success in market with brand management.
• A strong team player, mentor and coach to direct reports & cross-functional team members with well-developed “people interaction” skill set.
• The ability to adapt easily to changing market dynamics.
• Competency requirements:
  • Commercial Acumen, Budget Planning & P&L Management– Solid understanding of key drivers of the budget process and P&L's with ability to recommend changes required to move the business forward.  Set consumer pricing strategy for RSP& FSP with supporting propositions, programs and evaluations
  • Business Understanding and Insights - Demonstrates the ability to understand, manipulate and draw conclusions from internal & external data sources.  Demonstrates ability to build, track, and course correct business plans to achieve targets.
  • Business Reviews & Plans – Leads the annual business planning process assessing current business.  Plans include objectives and strategies for each opportunity, spending levels, pricing/costing assumptions, volume/consumption builds, risk analysis, and an integrated marketing calendar.
  • Sales Knowledge & Connectivity - Demonstrates understanding of customer strategies and motivations and applies to marketing planning process & initiative execution.
  • Strategic Leadership - Demonstrates big picture thinking with an ability to clearly articulate a strategic direction, justified with sound fact-based rationale. Sells ideas and recommendations through to management convincingly.
  • Strategic Communications – To develop and execute disruptive and breakthrough marketing campaigns and creative.

What We Offer at Maple Leaf Foods:

• Being part of a high-performance, people-focused company that has an inspiring and unique vision to become the most sustainable protein company on earth, and a deep commitment to sustainable protein across North America.
• An inclusive company culture and a work environment that keeps our people safe, rewards excellence, and empowers everyone to learn and contribute their best.
• A hybrid work model that embraces remote work for eligible roles, helping team members achieve work-life balance—combining the best of both spending time working remotely, benefitting from focus time, and purposeful collaboration in the office setting. 
• Competitive Health and Wellness benefits that offer flexibility to meet your individual or family needs, including programs focused on improving mental health and wellbeing. These benefits start on your first day of employment.
• Defined Contribution Pension Plan with company matching that starts on your first day of employment.
• Learning and development opportunities, including workshops, ‘speaker series’ events, and resources that allow you to develop your skills and progress your career.
• Comprehensive tuition reimbursement program that supports continuous learning and development of our team members through investment in eligible degrees, diplomas, professional certification, or trades programs.
• Supporting our deep commitment to community impact, we offer up to two paid days annually to volunteer at a cause of your choice.

Requirements:

Languages: Candidates must have knowledge of the English Language
Education: Candidates need standard educational qualifications such as a College/CEGEP
Experience: Candidates should have experience of 2 to less than 3 years
Area of specialization: Marketing 
Security and safety: Criminal record check

Physical Requirements:

• The candidates should thrive in a fast-paced environment and work under pressure, demonstrating attention to detail while meeting tight deadlines

Other Requirements:

• The candidates should demonstrate client focus, possess efficient interpersonal skills, and have excellent oral communication abilities
• The candidates should exhibit sound judgment, show initiative in their work, and be organized in their approach to tasks

Candidate Status:

• Canadian citizens and permanent or temporary foreign workers of Canada are eligible for this position
• International Candidates who don’t have a valid Canadian work permit also can apply

Responsibilities:

• The candidates should be able to plan development projects effectively, considering timelines, budgets, and resources, and act as a spokesperson for an organization, representing its interests to various stakeholders
• The candidates should be able to advise clients on advertising or sales promotion strategies, tailor recommendations to meet specific goals, and assist in the preparation of materials to support marketing efforts
• The candidates should be able to answer inquiries from clients, customers, or the public, provide accurate information, and conduct public opinion surveys to gather insights for decision-making
• The candidates should gather, research, and prepare communications material, develop a portfolio of marketing materials, and evaluate customer service to enhance the overall experience
• The candidates should conduct online marketing and website promotions, develop marketing strategies based on market trends and competitor analysis, and implement business plans for growth
• The candidates should maintain and manage a digital database of customer information, sales data, and marketing materials to support decision-making and analysis

How to apply:

If the position is fit for you and the basic requirements are fulfilled then you can now apply directly to the employer (along with your Resume) through the below-mentioned details

By email
[email protected]

Reporting to the Senior Marketing Manager, TSC, you will play a key role in supporting the marketing strategy and execution of one of Canada's most innovative and diversified retailers. You are a passionate team player that adds value and will enable the business to: i) serve the needs of Canadian shopping enthusiasts, ii) reach and exceed financial goals and iii) build the TSC brand by driving sales and maximizing efficiency across all marketing channels.

What you will do...

• Support the development and execution of annual marketing plans
• Develop marketing briefs and manage execution of corporate promotions and daily newsletters
• Collaborate with internal cross-functional teams to ensure alignment on product assortment and offers
• Oversee development and manage distribution of multi-channel creative assets ensuring consistency across all deliverables
• Manage the organic social media calendar, create engaging captions and post content across social platforms
• Brief and oversee development and delivery of TV and Radio promo spots
• Analyze and report on program performance and provide recommendations based on results
• Collaborate with colleagues to contribute new ideas to the business, improve upon the status-quo and deliver innovative marketing solutions

What you will bring...

• Work experience in the fields of digital marketing, or project management
• Self-starter with high attention to detail and flexibility to handle diverse tasks
• Strong project management and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines
• Exceptional written and communication skills
• Disciplined and efficient with the ability to function in a fast paced working environment
• Ability to champion brand standards and ensure they are understood, maintained and consistently executed across all channels
• Desire to take initiative and deliver results; ambition to progress within the company
• You are a shopping enthusiast that understands the thrill of discovering new and exciting offers

Here’s what you can expect in return:

• A competitive salary and benefits that include access to our Employee Share Accumulation Program, Retirement Benefits and a variety of other perks including 50% off Rogers services and Blue Jays tickets
• A manager who deeply cares about your development and long-term career at Rogers.
• A team that trusts and wants to win together.
• Smart and accomplished colleagues who are focused on both the “what” and the “how”. 

Schedule: Full time
Shift: Day
Length of Contract: Not Applicable (Regular Position)
Work Location: 59 Ambassador Drive (097), Mississauga, ON
Travel Requirements: None
Posting Category/Function: Marketing & Marketing Communication
Requisition ID: 310828

The Opportunity:

The Communications Coordinator reports to the Manger, Communications. The successful candidate will serve in the Communications and Public Affairs department and assist in all aspects of the group’s work, including both internal and external communications, corporate communications, media relations, community involvement activities, brand marketing and product launches, corporate event planning and corporate digital communications.

The candidate will possess previous communications experience and can effectively communicate and engage with Maple Leaf Foods 13,000+ Team Members across more than25 facilities throughout North America. The candidate will work cross functionally with a variety of subject matter experts to support the Communications team’s programs that will drive engagement among Maple Leaf Foods.
The candidate will also work with media and agency partners. The candidate will be involved in supporting the team in a variety of communications campaigns, with the goal of supporting Maple Leaf Foods to communicate our Vision to be the most sustainable protein company on Earth and our Mission to Raise the Good in Food.  

To be successful, the candidate will have the ability to support multiple stakeholders with internal communications and support external campaigns, all while managing assigned deliverables on a timely basis, in a fast-paced setting.

This role seeks a combination of strong writing, strategic thinking, planning, strong organization, and a willingness to be a team player. An established knowledge, history and experience in the overall specialty of corporate communications and public relations is an asset.  

Any MLF team member interested in being considered for this role are encouraged to apply online by August 06. Applications received beyond that date are not guaranteed consideration.

Snapshot of a Day-in-the-Life:

Internal Communications

• Assist in identifying, coordinating and prioritizing strategic and tactical communications by maintaining a communications calendar of events to guide the team in long-term strategic planning.
• Create materials and content to support different internal initiatives (Food Safety Symposium, Food Security Symposium, Commemoration) that will inform and raise awareness of key organizational events, strategies and priorities.
• Build relationships and contacts with different departments to assist in developing communication materials for different internal campaigns and company initiatives.
• Support the Sr. Content Specialist in the creation, management, maintenance, and scheduling of stories on the internal communications intranet:
  • • Assist in developing meaningful content on the site and organizing an editorial calendar of regular content,
    • Assist in the monitoring and maintenance of content according to brand guidelines. This includes site administration and training other internal users as required,
    • Analyze data and analytics of article performance, on an as-needed basis.
  • Update important corporate documents, such as informational fact sheets, PowerPoint presentations, backgrounders and templates. Working with internal stakeholders including translation teams to manage updates and approval processes.

External Communications

• Assist with media monitoring and distribution, including analyzing morning media reports, distributing sensitive articles to internal departments.
• Write and seek approvals for external corporate communication materials including corporate fact sheets, key messages, Q&As and backgrounders.
• Support in updating corporate website content, provide website update recommendations and perform regular website audits for accuracy and consistency.
• Draft insightful and compelling blogs for the corporate website, on a variety of topics related to the Maple Leaf Foods business. Liaise and/or interview subject matter experts to write content, as needed. Pitch and produce creative ideas, according to SEO optimization.  
• Assist the Manager, Communications, with monitoring issues of corporate concern via traditional and social media.

What You’ll Bring:

• 2-3+ years of experience in communications including established skills in writing and editing, and planning and scheduling across multiple internal mediums.
• PR agency experience a strong asset.
• The candidate will possess a Bachelor’s degree or a diploma from an accredited college or university with specialization in communications, public relations, marketing, or related field of study.
• Experience in communication principles and practices, including familiarity in change management.
• Comfortable prioritizing and balancing multiple schedules and competing deadlines.
• Detail oriented and organized, and thrives in a fast-paced business environment.
• Demonstrates strong writing and editing skills.
• Communicates effectively with senior management, supervisors, and colleagues.
• Independent self-starter who works collaboratively and resourcefully within a team.
• Experience with web-based tools and Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Word, Excel, SharePoint, PowerPoint, and WordPress (SharePoint expertise considered an asset).
• Graphic design skills (Photo editing experience on Canva / Photoshop and/or video editing skills on Adobe Premiere) considered an asset.

What We Offer at Maple Leaf Foods:

• Being part of a high-performance, people-focused company that has an inspiring and unique vision to become the most sustainable protein company on earth, and a deep commitment to sustainable protein across North America.
• An inclusive company culture and a work environment that keeps our people safe, rewards excellence, and empowers everyone to learn and contribute their best.
• A hybrid work model that embraces remote work for eligible roles, helping team members achieve work-life balance—combining the best of both spending time working remotely, benefitting from focus time, and purposeful collaboration in the office setting. 
• Competitive Health and Wellness benefits that offer flexibility to meet your individual or family needs, including programs focused on improving mental health and wellbeing. These benefits start on your first day of employment.
• Defined Contribution Pension Plan with company matching that starts on your first day of employment.
• Learning and development opportunities, including workshops, ‘speaker series’ events, and resources that allow you to develop your skills and progress your career.
• Comprehensive tuition reimbursement program that supports continuous learning and development of our team members through investment in eligible degrees, diplomas, professional certification, or trades programs.
• Supporting our deep commitment to community impact, we offer up to two paid days annually to volunteer at a cause of your choice.

Requirements:

Languages: Candidates must have knowledge of the English Language
Education: Candidates should have Bachelor’s degree
Experience: Candidates should have experience of 2 years to less than 3 years

Candidate Status:

• • Candidate must be a Canadian Citizen or temporary or permanent resident of Canada
  • Candidate must have legal authorization (Work Permit) to work in Canada

• If Candidates are unable to fulfill above mentioned requirements, don’t apply for the position

Responsibilities:

• The candidates should be able to act as a spokesperson for an organization, answering both written and oral inquiries
• The candidates should be able to assist in the preparation of brochures, reports, newsletters, and other materials while coordinating special publicity events and promotions
• The candidates should be able to develop and organize workshops, meetings, ceremonies, and other events for publicity, fundraising, and information purposes
• The candidates should be able to develop, implement, and evaluate communication strategies and programs, gathering, researching, and preparing communication material
• The candidates should be able to prepare and/or deliver educational, publicity, and information programs, materials, and sessions, as well as prepare or oversee the preparation of reports, briefs, speeches, presentations, website content, and press releases
• The candidates should be able to develop policies and conduct surveys, analyzing data on the buying habits and preferences of wholesale and retail consumers, and conduct analytical marketing studies

How to apply:

If the position is fit for you and the basic requirements are fulfilled then you can now apply directly to the employer (along with your Resume) through the below-mentioned details

By email
[email protected]

As one of the only CPG companies to be headquartered in Canada, a marketing career at Maple Leaf Foods (MLF) offers you a unique opportunity to develop strategies and act as the general manager of a business, rather than work at a satellite office.  The Marketing Associate will work with and learn from an experienced Marketing leader.  You will manage a category portfolio and will work with your one-up to map out the category strategy.  You will provide category reporting & analysis and will lead a cross-functional team to ensure that strategic priorities and category plans are executed.  This position needs to balance creative skills with critical thinking, project management, and performance measurement.  The successful candidate will be someone who wants to build a career in CPG marketing and brings a passion for getting things done.

Any MLF team member interested in being considered for this role are encouraged to apply online by June 14, 2024. Applications received beyond that date are not guaranteed consideration.

Snapshot of a Day-in-the-Life:

• Help to build category strategies and work with their one-up to develop and bring multi-year plans to life to deliver category growth and successfully differentiate MLF from our competitors
• Consistently leverage data and develop insights from Nielsen and internal data sources to provide category share and financial reporting and analysis for the category, including weekly, monthly, and annual rhythms as well as ad hoc analyses
• Analyze brands, market, and competitive trends and recommend suitable actions
• Be involved and lead their category in MLF’s budgeting process
• Support the Retail Sales and Brand teams to grow MLF branded share in their category  
• Lead the commercialization of new product innovations, acting as project manager and working with cross-functional stakeholders including product development, finance, revenue management, operations, packaging, graphics, & purchasing to ensure successful, on-time launches

What You’ll Bring:

• Post-secondary degree in Business or Marketing
• 1-3 years previous experience in marketing, sales, advertising, finance, category management or analytics roles within consumer packaged goods or grocery industry
• Passion & drive to learn and contribute: must exemplify curiosity, and a keen desire to win
• Agility: must be proactive, high energy, and be able to stay focused on key business priorities in a fast-paced, dynamic business environment
• Analytics & Critical Thinking: ability to organize and interpret the data, synthesize insights and consider implications to the business
• Ability to lead by influence: well-developed people, communications, and collaboration skills, ability to effectively engage a cross-functional team to move projects forward with pace
• Project management experience:  highly organized and detail oriented, with strong time management skills
• Previous experience with P&Ls and PowerBI an asset

What We Offer at Maple Leaf Foods:

• Being part of a high-performance, people-focused company that has an inspiring and unique vision to become the most sustainable protein company on earth, and a deep commitment to sustainable protein across North America.
• An inclusive company culture and a work environment that keeps our people safe, rewards excellence, and empowers everyone to learn and contribute their best.
• A hybrid work model that embraces remote work for eligible roles, helping team members achieve work-life balance—combining the best of both spending time working remotely, benefitting from focus time, and purposeful collaboration in the office setting. 
• Competitive Health and Wellness benefits that offer flexibility to meet your individual or family needs, including programs focused on improving mental health and wellbeing. These benefits start on your first day of employment.
• Defined Contribution Pension Plan with company matching that starts on your first day of employment.
• Learning and development opportunities, including workshops, ‘speaker series’ events, and resources that allow you to develop your skills and progress your career.
• Comprehensive tuition reimbursement program that supports continuous learning and development of our team members through investment in eligible degrees, diplomas, professional certification, or trades programs.
• Supporting our deep commitment to community impact, we offer up to two paid days annually to volunteer at a cause of your choice.

PepsiCo Foods Canada is seeking a Communications Associate to help promote and protect the reputation of the portfolio of its iconic food brands. This role will contribute to the business by developing high-impact strategic communications plans, project management and execution, earned media/influencer strategy and engagement, and agency and budget management.

Whatyoucanexpectfromus:

• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits designed to fit your unique needs 
• A dynamic and inclusive culture that promotes you to bring your whole-self to work 
• Inspiring positive change for people and the planet with sustainability goals 
• A supportive team that will encourage your professional growth and development

Responsibilities

• Serve as communications advisor to PepsiCo Foods Canada’s marketing team on external communications initiatives 
• Support brand PR plans that leverage creative ideas, media and influencers to support new campaigns, innovation launches, and other brand priorities 
• Support crisis and issues communications, as needed 
• Provide thoughtful and timely review of external social media, influencer content, partnerships and sponsorships for potential reputational issues  
• Regularly liaise and collaborate with Frito-Lay US, Quaker US, and PepsiCo brand and corporate communications team members as well as cross-functional stakeholders 
• Oversee and manage the work of agency teams, ensuring flawless execution, rigorous measurement and resources 

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from four-year College or University, preferably with focus on Communications/Journalism/PR 
• 5-7 years of PR experience managing brand communications in a fast-moving consumer goods category preferred (agency or large corporate entity) 
• Strong media relations skills including strategic planning and the ability to story-mine and pitch top-tier reporters 
• Strong expertise in navigating influencer/talent/partnership programming and protocols 
• Unique experiences that demonstrate creative instinct, passion for marketing and deep consumer empathy 
• Proven track record of driving successful, insight-based, high-impact creative communications programs that deliver against brand business objectives, on time and within budget 

WhyworkatPepsiCo

At PepsiCo, you’re invited to be a part of a global team of innovators who make, move, 

and sell these products—which are enjoyed by more than 1 billion people a day. A career at PepsiCo means working in a culture where everyone’s welcome. Here, you can dare to be yourself. No matter who you are or where you’re from, you can influence the people around you and the world at large. By showing up, you’ll have the opportunity to learn, develop and grow your skills for the future. Our supportive teams can fuel your professional goals to make a global impact on people and the planet. Join us. Dare for Better. 

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