Assistant Manager, Commercialization Programs (Toronto)

Assistant Manager, Commercialization Programs (Toronto)

07 Nov
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Give and Go Prepared Foods
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Toronto

07 Nov

Give and Go Prepared Foods

Toronto

Give & Go Prepared Foods Corp. is a proud member of the Mondelu00e9z family. We are a leading and growing North American manufacturer of baked goods for over 30 years. If you're looking for a company that will provide you with opportunities for career growth and development, while working with an energetic team with deeply ingrained values of respect, direct and open communication, quality and accountability, we'd love to have you join our team.

Our Consumer Brands:

two-bite® brand, include two bite-brownies®, Kimberley's BakeshoppeTM, Mason St. BakehouseTM and The Worthy Crumb Pastry CoTM

Job Overview

Responsible for supporting the end-to-end commercialization of finished goods for Aldi, HEB, Costco private label programs. This role works cross-functionally and in partnership with Sales to ensure successful execution of new product launches, product changes, and ongoing optimization initiatives aligned to Aldi, HEB and Costco's requirements for quality, speed, and execution accuracy.

Key Responsibilities

- Coordinate end-to-end commercialization of finished goods for Aldi, HEB, Costco programs, including:
- Current product launches
- Product changes, reformulations, and optimizations
- Initiate and manage commercialization workflows:
- Partner with Marketing to ensure NPDs meet Aldi, HEB, Costco briefs and requirements
- Ensure all inputs are complete, accurate, and aligned to timelines
- Execute core system and commercialization activities:
- Support product costing, validation, and approvals
- Create and maintain Bills of Materials (BOMs)
- Initiate and maintain customer specifications
- Ensure accurate product and packaging data setup in SAP/IPD
- Coordinate packaging execution:
- Manage graphics development with internal teams and Aldi, HEB, Costco -designated agencies (where applicable)
- Review packaging copy to ensure accuracy and compliance with Aldi, HEB, Costco requirements




- Ensure alignment between approved artwork and production-ready packaging
- Partner with Supply Chain and Operations to:
- Communicate launch timelines and product changes
- Ensure production readiness and support first production runs
- Resolve issues impacting timing, quality, or execution
- Manage Aldi, HEB's and Costco's-specific requirements:
- Maintain accurate and timely updates within Aldi, HEB, Costco systems and tools
- Ensure all deliverables meet Kroger standards for accuracy, compliance, and timelines
- Proactively identify, assess, and elevate risks related to timelines, materials, or execution
- Deliver projects on time with high accuracy and attention to detail
- Customer & Marketing Liaison
- Act as a key commercialization contact for Aldi, HEB, Costco (in partnership with Sales and Customer Marketing)
- Support communication between internal teams and Aldi, HEB, Costco stakeholders
- Ensure all deliverables meet Aldi, HEB, Costco standards and timelines
- Communicate project updates, risks, and mitigation plans clearly
- Project & Portfolio Management
- Manage all assigned projects within Monday.com (or equivalent tool)
- Maintain clear timelines, milestones, and ownership
- Ensure disciplined tracking and visibility across all Aldi, HEB, Costco initiatives
- Support reporting and data tracking to enable effective decision-making

The Recipe For Success

- Completion of university degree in Marketing, Business Administration, Project Management, Food Science, Engineering or a related field
- 3+ years of experience in either product commercialization, project management, or food manufacturing
- Understanding of finished goods commercialization processes
- Experience managing product launches and product changes
- Familiarity with SAP, IPD, or similar ERP/PLM systems
- Experience with BOMs, product specifications, and packaging implementation
- Experience with customer portals and retailer requirements preferred
- Experience with project management to

📌 Assistant Manager, Commercialization Programs (Toronto)
🏢 Give and Go Prepared Foods
📍 Toronto

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