Manager, Retail Product Development, TH, Canada (Toronto)

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of the retail product innovation pipeline across multiple categories including drinkware, apparel, seasonal, toys, accessories, and other retail merchandise.
• Analyze market trends, competitor activities, guest feedback, and industry insights to identify new product opportunities and support revenue growth through innovative product solutions.
• Build and maintain a product development pipeline aligned with business objectives, customer needs, and category growth opportunities.
• Create and direct product designs including CADs, renders, technical drawings, and detailed tech packs including material specifications, sketches, measurements, and manufacturing requirements as needed.
• Manage product development calendars, project timelines, and commercialization milestones to ensure products are delivered on time and aligned with launch objectives.
• Collaborate and lead cross‑functional alignment with Category Management, Marketing, Partnerships, Legal, Translations, Store Operations, Quality Assurance, Regulatory, Supply Chain, and external partners throughout the product development lifecycle.
• Manage relationships with vendors and manufacturing partners to develop, track, review, and approve projects through the entire product development process, including sample reviews and approvals.
• Act as the subject‑matter expert for retail products across both hard goods and soft goods categories, providing guidance and recommendations to internal stakeholders.
• Develop packaging specifications and oversee packaging execution to ensure brand standards, creative requirements, technical specifications, and approval processes are met.
• Conduct thorough market research and competitive analysis to identify customer needs, emerging trends, white‑space opportunities, and innovation platforms that support future growth.
• Review cost analyses, assess product profitability, and make recommendations to balance innovation, quality, cost targets, and commercial objectives.
• Track product performance post‑launch and leverage insights to identify opportunities for product improvements, line extensions, and future innovation.
• Oversee sample management, including tracking, storage, organization, and preparation for presentations, customer meetings, and executive reviews.
• Act as an advocate for the customer by placing consumer needs and brand experience at the forefront of product design and decision‑making.
• Present product concepts, innovation opportunities, and pipeline recommendations to leadership and key stakeholders.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives by identifying process efficiencies, resolving development challenges, and improving speed‑to‑market.
• Provide mentorship, guidance, and support to junior team members and cross‑functional partners as required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5‑7 years experience in a product development role, preferably in apparel, drinkware, accessories, homewares, or consumer products.
• University or college degree or commensurate experience; background in fashion design, industrial design, product design, or related field preferred.
• Strong technical aptitude and deep product knowledge across both soft goods and hard goods categories.
• Proficiency in design software including Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop required; experience with CAD, 3D rendering, and product visualization software preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office with a focus on Word, Excel, and Power Point.
• Demonstrated experience managing product development projects from concept through commercialization.
• Strong understanding of product development processes, manufacturing, sourcing, packaging, and retail environments.
• Excellent organizational, planning, prioritization, and project management skills, coupled with strong follow‑up capabilities.
• Ability to lead and influence cross‑functional teams while managing multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong written and verbal communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient knowledge of technical specifications, construction methods, materials, and product development requirements.
• Sharp eye for detail, design, style, and consumer trends.
• Highly detail‑oriented and process‑driven.
• Strong analytical abilities combined with creativity in problem‑solving and innovation; proactive, collaborative, and solution‑oriented approach.
• Strong time management skills and ability to thrive in a fast‑paced workplace.
• Strong understanding of market trends, product opportunities, and innovation processes.

Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary range of $105,000 – $130,000 CAD.
• Eligibility to participate in the company’s annual discretionary bonus plan based on individual and company performance metrics.
• Potential eligibility for equity grants pursuant to the company’s long‑term incentive plan.
• Requirement to work onsite five days per week.
• Benefits focused on physical, mental, and financial wellness.
• Comprehensive global paid parental leave program.
• Free telemedicine and mental wellness support.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Restaurant Brands International and all of its affiliated companies (collectively, RBI) are equal opportunity and affirmative action employers that do not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, provincial or federal laws, rules, or regulations. RBI’s policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment.

Accommodations

Accommodation is available for applicants with disabilities upon request.