The Manager, Category Finance role is responsible for supporting the retail marketing team, with ad hoc requests and analysis that provide key insights to support fact-based decision making.

Compensation: $96,000 - $141,000 CAD base pay annually plus annual short-term incentive The base salary offered may vary based on a variety of factors including skills, experience, education, training, job- related knowledge, and other organizational requirements. For part time roles, salaries are adjusted according to scheduled hours. In addition to base salary, this role is eligible to participate in Maple Leaf’s annual short-term incentive plan.

Commercial Support: Proactively supporting commercial teams in projects (new product launches) as main finance lead. Ensure that all analyses completed are ‘value-added’ and align to the Business Unit’s Priorities. Become a true business partner by ensuring that you are involved in the key commercial priorities – strategy sessions, budgeting, new product launches, and pricing decisions (ad hoc analysis).

Forecast and Budget: co-ordinate forecasts and budget reviews for volume and margins with the marketing team and ensure all required adjustments are flowed through accurately to reflect objectives/targets for the category. including being the lead on the weekly meetings for commercial teams as the finance representative; identifying areas of opportunity and/or concern (risk), provide recommendations, and execute against them.

Ad Hoc Reporting for Senior Management: Provide Commercial Reporting as requested by Senior Management.



Post-secondary degree in Accounting or Business required Accounting Designation or working towards one Must have excellent analysis skills and be a detail-oriented person Superior computer skills in Microsoft Excel SAP experience an asset Excellent planning and organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects Prior people leadership experience is an asset Demonstrated personal leadership Strong numerical comprehension and adeptness at analyzing & interpreting data is essential Ability to communicate concisely both verbally & in written formStrong writing skills Exceptional ability to manage time, set priorities, and make decisions under pressure What We Offer at Maple Leaf Foods: Being part of a high-performance, people-focused company that has an inspiring and unique vision to become the most sustainable protein company on earth, and a deep commitment to sustainable protein across North America.

Defined Contribution Pension

Plan with company matching that starts on your first day of employment. Learning and development opportunities, including workshops, ‘speaker series’ events, and resources that allow you to develop your skills and progress your career. Comprehensive tuition reimbursement program that supports continuous learning and development of our team members through investment in eligible degrees, diplomas, professional certification, or trades programs.

Supporting our deep commitment to community impact, we offer up to two paid days annually to volunteer at a cause of your choice. We’re a carbon neutral food company on a purposeful journey to Raise the Good in Food through better nutrition,



safer food and workplaces, more humane animal care, and environmental sustainability efforts that protect our planet. We care about our communities and commit to reducing food insecurity in Canada.

We’re passionate about food. For more than 100 years, we’ve made delicious, healthy protein that Canadians love under iconic national and regional brands, like Maple Leaf®, Schneiders®, and Greenfield Natural Meat Co.® We are one of the only food companies in Canada to set science-based targets. Championing diversity and inclusion is a critical component to advancing our collective purpose and vision and living the Maple Leaf Leadership Values.

We believe in building, investing in, recognizing, and rewarding remarkable people who value an inclusive workplace, embrace all forms of diversity, and commit to including every voice in our collaborative environment. They guide the decisions we make for all our stakeholders: our consumers, our customers, our people, our communities, our shareholders, and the environment.

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We thank all applicants for their interest in exploring employment opportunities with Maple Leaf Foods; Accommodation is available upon request for applicants with disabilities in the recruitment and assessment process and when hired;

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Foods offers competitive wages and an attractive total rewards package, which will be discussed during an interview with our Talent Team. There’s no limit to how far you can take your career at Maple Leaf Foods.

📌 Category Finance Manager (Mississauga)
🏢 Maple Leaf Foods
📍 Mississauga