We're seeking a driven and resourceful Associate Brand Manager to join our Snacks team. This is an exciting chance to manage a significant portion of our Canadian snacks business, focusing on channel growth and category expansion. As an Associate Brand Manager, you will be a key player in driving the growth of our snacks portfolio through strategic channel management and category expansion initiatives.

Project Management: Lead cross-functional teams in the evaluation, development, and commercialization of new snack products, from initial concept to launch.

Analytical Insights: Analyze market trends, consumer data, and financial performance to identify opportunities and make data-driven recommendations. Leverage US data and historical trends to inform strategies for new product launches.

Sales Partnership: Collaborate closely with the sales team to understand customer needs and develop strategies to maximize sales and distribution.

Financial Management: Support budget management and analyze product-level P&L; to evaluate performance and identify areas for improvement. Partner with US counterparts to inform long-term brand strategy and execute shared projects. Bachelor’s degree 2+ years of experience in CPG, food & beverage, or a related industry.

MBA a plus. Proven project management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate data into actionable insights.



Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate effectively across teams.

Understanding of P&L; mechanics and budget management. Applicants for this position must be currently authorized to work in Canada on a full-time basis.

General

Mills will not sponsor applicants for this position for work visas. To do that effectively, we need to think about connecting with intentionality – the moments both big and small, in-person, virtual, and hybrid. Given that collaboration is critical to the success of our team members, our teams, and our business, the expectation for this role will be to work in the office on Monday through Thursdays each week.

Our policy allows flexibility for the reality of business and personal schedules. Friday is flexible regarding your work location. We are proud to offer a foundation of health benefits, financial wellbeing, time off programs, wellbeing support and perks.

An incentive award, if any, depends on various factors, including, individual and organizational performance. EEO and Inclusion General Mills is committed to Employment Equity and encourages applications from all qualified candidates. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates with disabilities taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process. #

📌 Associate Brand Manager - Food (Mississauga)
🏢 General Mills
📍 Mississauga