Marketing Associate - Innovation Expansion - Jobs in Don Mills, ON

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About UsThe Kraft Heinz Company is one of the largest food and beverage companies in the world, with eight $1 billion+ brands and global sales of approximately $25 billion. We’re a globally trusted producer of high-quality, great-tasting, and nutritious foods for over 150 years. Our brands are truly global, with products produced and marketed in over 40 countries. These beloved products include condiments and sauces, cheese and dairy, meals, meats, refreshment beverages, coffee, infant and nutrition products, and numerous other grocery products in a portfolio of more than 200 legacy and emerging brands.No matter the brand, we’re united under one vision: To sustainably grow by delighting more consumers globally. Bringing this vision to life is our team of 39,000+ food lovers, creative thinkers, and high performers worldwide. Together, we help provide meals to those in need through our global partnership with Rise Against Hunger. We also stand committed to responsible, sustainable practices that extend to every facet of our business, our consumers, and our communities. Every day, we’re transforming the food industry with bold thinking and unprecedented results. If you share our passion – and are ready to create the future, build a legacy, and lead as a global citizen – there’s only one thing to do: join our table and let’s make life delicious!Our Culture of Ownership, Meritocracy and CollaborationWere not afraid to think differently. Embrace new ideas. Dream big. We empower our people at every level – from entry-level intern to senior leader – to own their work. We share a responsibility to think like Owners – to be mindful of the collective and sustained success of Kraft Heinz – which we apply to every situation, every day.As part of Kraft Heinz, youre supported to grow and achieve. You’re expected to bring your authentic self to work every day, to lead with humility, and drive outstanding performance at every level – and you’ll be rewarded. You’re given opportunities to leave a mark and build a legacy. But you won’t do it alone. You’re supported by passionate teammates along the way, and our collective, collaborative spirit fuels our incredible progress.General informationAll posting locations: Don Mills, Ontario, CanadaJob Function: 05 - MarketingDepartment: 05 - 06 - Product / Brand ManagementDate Published: 21-Aug-2022Job Type: RegularDescription & RequirementsKraft Heinz Canada - New Headquarters - 2023Kraft Heinz is on a journey of transformation and part of this plan is to move our Global HQs back into city centers. It is time for Toronto to shine with a Canadian innovation and talent hub that reflects our unique people & food culture. After 40 years at the Don Mills location- the Kraft Heinz Canada headquarters will move to the Queen’s Quay Terminal (QQT) at 207 Queen’s Quay West. Roles currently based out of the Don Mills office will move to Queen’s Quay upon its opening in Spring-Summer 2023. We are thrilled to be moving to this vibrant- waterfront location in close proximity to public transportation. We are taking the design of our new workplace to the next level with modern furnishings- amenities- spacious co-working areas and a state-of-the-art Kitchen- putting Food at the heart of the overall employee experience. Flexible work is here to stay- and we need a space that will keep the pace. Modern technology will enhance our experience both at home and in the office. Having all of us together in our new vibrant space will deliver a rich- team-focused- agile experience that promotes connection- communication- collaboration and transparency.Innovation Expansion Marketing AssociateOverviewThe marketing team’s job is to create a compelling vision and brand strategy across key elements of the business to deliver long term growth. A Kraft Heinz marketer knows the world and the context within which their Brand competes today and where it can compete in the future.About this role:As a Marketing Associate- Innovation Expansion- you will have the chance to work on a broad scope of innovation projects that will drive transformation and growth for our iconic brands like Kraft Dinner- Classico- Mio- and Heinz. More importantly you will contribute to the development of our marketing strategy and innovation pipeline. This includes implementing our initiatives in support of long-term strategies by working with a cross-functional team including sales- finance- R&D- supply- consumer insights- and communications. By understanding consumers needs and identifying relevant insights to provide recommendations on maximizing growth opportunities and identifying whitespace areas for further growth potential.Requirements

• An undergraduate university degree in business is preferred
• 1+ years’ experience in marketing
• Drive for results and demonstrated ability to deliver growth
• Operates with agility and resilience with solid problem solving and simplification skills
• Proven analytical capabilities in interpreting and driving action from data- to drive consumer first solutions through the delivery of innovation projects
• Strong communication- influence and relationship building skills in a cross-functional team environment (R&D- Finance- Sales- Operations- etc)
• Creating and delivering breakthrough innovation that will deliver strong results and build brands in the future
• Project management of innovation and renovation projects in line with the long-term strategy- and in strong collaboration with cross-category teams for best on-time in class execution
• Track record of taking initiative
• A passion for brands and innovation
• AC Nielsen experience an asset

#LI-HybridKraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Underrepresented Ethnic Minority Groups/Women/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity and other protected classes. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for protected individuals, applicants that require accommodation in the job application process may contact HRCompliance@kraftheinz.com for assistance.Quick Apply

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