At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the development of innovative menu items and culinary platforms for Pizza Hut Canada.
- Company: Join a dynamic team at Pizza Hut Canada, a leader in the food industry.
- Benefits: Attractive salary, career growth opportunities, and a chance to shape the future of food.
- Other info: Be part of a creative environment where your ideas can thrive and influence the brand.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by creating exciting new menu offerings that resonate with Canadian consumers.
- Qualifications: Experience in marketing, food innovation, and strong collaboration skills required.
The predicted salary is between 134810 - 139810 $ per year.
Full-time Regular 508-Ontario Canada, Vaughan, Ontario, CA Salary Range: CA$134,810.00 To CA$139,810.00 Annually JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY:
The Menu & Food Innovation Marketing Manager leads the end-to-end development and strategic execution of new menu items and culinary platforms for Pizza Hut Canada.
This role combines consumer-centric innovation with operational and brand alignment to deliver compelling, differentiated food offerings that drive business results.
The manager works closely with research agency teams and cross-functional stakeholders to identify opportunity areas, commercialize products, and ensure flawless go-to-market execution tailored to the Canadian guest.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Includes but is not limited to: Identify whitespace opportunities, and unmet consumer needs to shape the national menu portfolio and food innovation pipeline.
Monitor competitor landscape and menus to inform strategy and pipeline.
Set the strategy by defining menu role, proposition and objectives.
Ignite ideation, concept development, and business case creation for new menu platforms and products.
Translate menu and innovation strategies into relevant, executable marketing solutions for the Canadian market, across various business objectives, both top and bottom line.
Develop and deliver an annual innovation plan that supports brand growth and meets key business objectives.
Provide menu & innovation strategy to R&D Manager to support their role in developing feasible products, building technical platforms, ensuring restaurant viability, and product readiness for execution.
Collaborate with the Marketing Calendar Lead to align food innovation with broader campaign strategy and timing.
Facilitate cross-functional workstreams with Marketing, Operations, Supply Chain, Finance, QA, Tech, and Franchise Partners to ensure alignment and execution readiness.
Present menu & food innovation strategies and product concepts to senior leadership and franchise advisory boards for feedback and approval.
Represent the Canadian market in regional menu & food innovation forums and influence the roadmap based on local insights.
Conduct market tests, analyze consumer feedback and performance data, and iterate based on findings.
Monitor post-launch performance and support optimization initiatives based on operational, guest, and financial metrics.
Partner with the Marketing Growth lead, R&D Manager and Supply Chain to identify and execute cost-saving product initiatives.
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Menu & Food Innovation Marketing Manager in Vaughan employer: Pizza Hut
Pizza Hut Canada is an exceptional employer that fosters a dynamic and collaborative work culture, where strategic thinkers can thrive. As a Senior Marketing Manager, you'll have the opportunity to lead impactful marketing initiatives while partnering with diverse teams and franchisees, all within a fast-paced environment that encourages innovation and professional growth. With competitive compensation and a commitment to delivering outstanding customer experiences, Pizza Hut Canada stands out as a rewarding place to build your career.
