At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead innovative marketing strategies and collaborate with culinary teams to inspire menu creations.
- Company: Join Unilever, a global leader in food solutions with a focus on collaboration and creativity.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, diverse work environment, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Diversity and inclusion are at the heart of our company culture.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in the food industry while working with passionate teams.
- Qualifications: 10+ years in food service marketing and strong project management skills required.
The predicted salary is between 108000 - 132000 $ per year.
Unilever Food Solutions (UFS) is the food service division of Unilever, a global, branded powerhouse focusing on delivering products and solutions to chefs across operator groups in over 70 countries. Our brands, products and full-service offering provide solutions to operators to meet the demands of a fast‑paced industry, and we do this through close collaboration across sales, culinary and marketing. The Operator Marketing team plays a critical role in this collaboration and has end‑to‑end responsibility in understanding key operator group insights, identifying pain points, and designing value‑added solutions that result in growth for our customers and our business.
The ideal candidate is a foodie who loves to get things done collaboratively. They will act as a strategy and category leader, maintain relationships with R&D, supply chain, finance and local marketing teams, and drive innovation and rejuvenation platforms. Key responsibilities include customizing brand campaigns, developing sales tools, collaborating with culinary teams for menu inspiration, managing category‑specific P&Ls, and creating targeted digital content to generate demand. The role requires cross‑functional teamwork, direct engagement with operators, and accountability for delivering business targets aligned with operator needs. Success hinges on strong analytical, project‑management and systems skills (Salesforce.com and Power BI).
Qualifications
- 4‑year college degree in marketing, business or culinary.
- 10+ years of experience in food service or relevant marketing roles.
- Proven track record of developing relationships in cross‑functional teams and engaging with customers.
- Strong project management, presentation skills and business acumen.
- Proficiency with Salesforce.com, Power BI and other business systems.
- Passion for driving results and interest in the food industry.
- Competitive volume growth orientation as a key driver.
EEO Statement / Diversity & Inclusion
Unilever Canada is an organization committed to diversity and inclusion to drive our business results and create a better future every day for our diverse employees, global consumers, partners and communities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national or ethnic origin, marital status, family status, disability, genetic characteristics, and a conviction for which a pardon has been granted.
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Associate Director Canada Marketing in Toronto employer: Unilever
Unilever Canada is an exceptional employer that fosters a dynamic and inclusive work culture, offering employees the opportunity to thrive in a hybrid environment at our Toronto Corporate Headquarters. With a strong focus on employee growth, we provide comprehensive benefits, including health insurance, retirement savings, and generous parental leave, ensuring that our team members feel valued and supported. Join us to leverage your insights in a collaborative setting where your contributions directly impact category growth and retailer partnerships across Canada.
