Sr. Product Manager

Select how often (in days) to receive an alert:McCormick Canada continues its long track record of growth and is a respected leader in the spice, seasoning, flavouring and specialty food industry. Our consumer products division serves retail grocery customers and emerging channels with Club House, Billy Bee and McCormick products, while our Custom Flavour Solutions division serves food service distributors and other respected food manufacturers across Canada. McCormick Canada is part of the world leader in spice and seasonings, McCormick & Company Inc.The Power of People is one of our five pillars. It has been the foundation for McCormick's success for decades. There is something inspiring about working at McCormick. We have created an unusually dedicated workforce by fostering a culture of respect, recognition, inclusion and collaboration based on the highest ethical values. Without our employees, our success is not possible. Our commitment to our customers, our consumers and our employees is unsurpassed.The Senior Product Manager
leads the P&L management and in-market results for a group of brands in the condiments and sauces space. This candidate will collaborate cross-functionally to lead the development and execution of the commercial agenda, innovation pipeline, and consumer strategy in alignment with operating plans.This includes leading iconic brands and tailoring Global strategic priorities to the Canadian retail landscape. Reports to the Brand Director for Condiments, Sauces and Convenient Meals.RESPONSIBILITIES
Business Performance: Responsible for delivering in-market goals such as sales, share and household penetration. Lead monthly business management reviews, including demand forecasting, consumption and financial review. Analyze market/consumer/trends and make strategic recommendations. Work closely with Insights team to develop breakthrough ideas that deliver against defined business objectives and identify growth initiatives based on brand, category, and channel dynamics.Cross-Functional Team Leadership: Collaborates closely with cross-functional teams to enable the commercial agenda and build pipelines to drive sustainable growth that support brand and category strategies. Leads new product business case development and commercialization of new products, renovation initiatives, and cost savings opportunities.P&L and Forecast Management: Responsible for delivery of NS and OP.Sets and delivers the financial forecast, with responsibility for accuracy and bias throughout the year. Manages P&L choices impacting Cost of Selling, Cost of Goods Sold and Marketing Investments.Annual Planning :Responsible for consumer and business strategies for long-term growth in line with company strategies. Owns annual brand planning and works in close partnership with Trade Marketing, Category and Revenue Management to drive customer excitement behind these strategies and sell them externally.Advertising and Media :Develops briefs for integrated communications, creative, packaging design, market research and product development, in collaboration with Global and Regional Marketing as well as internal studio and other functions.REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s degree in marketing or related disciplineA minimum of 5 years of marketing and/or brand management experienceExpertise in syndicated databases (e.G. Nielsen), business and brand planning, project management, advertising, and consumer communicationsSound understanding of concepts, principles and practices in Marketing (functional expert) and a working knowledge of practices in other areas including Sales, Finance and Supply ChainProject management experience with ability to work collaboratively with diverse cross functional teamsStrong strategic thinking, communication, influencing skillsStrong analytical and business tracking skills to deliver clear data-based recommendations and forecastsPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Has led product launches, advertising campaigns and brand planningRelevant skills and results in consumer-packaged goodsUnderstanding of the Canadian retail environmentIn the spirit of pay transparency, we are excited to share the base salary range for this position is $112,030-$162,030. Our target hiring range for this role is from $120,000-$132,000Base salary compensation will be determined based on factors such as geographic location, skills, education, experience for this role, and/or internal equity of our current employees as part of any final offer. This position is also eligible to participate in McCormick's Incentive Bonus (MIB) Plan. In addition to a competitive compensation package, permanent employees of McCormick Canada are eligible for our extensive Total Rewards programs that include:Comprehensive health plans covering medical, vision, dental, life and disability benefitsFamily-friendly benefits such as maternity leave top-up and Employee Assistance ProgramRetirement and investment programs including a matching DC pension plan, group RRSP, and Employee Stock Purchase PlanThis posting is for a existing position within McCormick.Please note that McCormick does not use artificial intelligence (AI) tools in the recruitment process.Throughout the selection process, accommodations for applicants with disabilities are available upon request. Please notify H.R. if required.WHY WORK AT MCCORMICK?
As a McCormick employee you'll be empowered to focus on more than your individual responsibilities. You'll have the opportunity to be part of something bigger than yourself-to have a say in where the company is going and how it's growing.Between our passion for flavor, our 130-year history of leadership and integrity, the competitive and comprehensive benefits we offer, and our culture, which is built on respect and opportunities for growth, there are many reasons to join us at McCormick.
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