Product Innovation Manager - 15-Month Maternity Leave Contract

Olymel

$80K — $105K *
Food & Beverages
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • University degree in business administration, marketing, or related field.
  • Minimum of 5 years experience in project management, preferably in CPG or food industry.
  • Proven skills in innovation project management and market analysis.
  • Strong communication and leadership capabilities required.
  • Ability to collaborate effectively across cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

  • Lead innovation and new product development projects for Olymel brands.
  • Transform concepts into profitable innovations aligned with business strategies.
  • Identify opportunities for innovation that cater to consumer needs and market trends.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure project success.
  • Contribute to brand growth and performance in both retail and foodservice sectors.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive compensation package with competitive benefits.
  • Family-like work environment fostering a supportive culture.
  • Personalized training and skills development support offered.
  • Access to an attractive certification program.
  • Recognition for long-term service through recognition programs.
  • Enjoy corporate discounts and community involvement initiatives.
Full Job Description
Product Innovation Manager - 15-Month Maternity Leave Contract

Advertised Posting Location: Oakville, Ontario

Shift: Day

Employment Type: Temporary Full Time

Compensation: 80 000$ - 105 000$, insurance and RSP

The Role, Your Impact

Reporting to the Director of Innovation, you will contribute to the following challenges:
  • Lead innovation and new product development projects across all brands in the Olymel portfolio.
  • Turn ideas into concrete, profitable innovations aligned with business strategy.
  • Identify and develop innovation opportunities that address consumer needs and market trends.
  • Work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure the success of innovation projects.
  • Actively contribute to the growth and performance of brands, both in retail and foodservice.

What You Bring to the Role
  • Education: University degree in business administration, marketing, or a related field.
  • Experience: Minimum of 5 years of experience in project management, ideally in the consumer packaged goods (CPG) or food industry.
  • Skills: Innovation project management, cross-functional collaboration, market analysis, communication, leadership, creativity, and results-oriented mindset.


Here's everything Olymel has to offer:
  • A competitive annual salary, to be discussed based on your experience
  • A truly family-like work environment
  • Personalized support for your training and skills development
  • An attractive certification program
  • A service recognition program
  • A comprehensive compensation package and a range of competitive benefits
  • Attractive corporate discounts
  • A company committed to sustainable development, that creates and markets quality products, promotes animal welfare, responsible sourcing, reduces its environmental impact, and gives back to the communities where it operates through various programs, including "Ensemble on redonne".

Thank you for your consideration.

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