Commercialization Manager (HYBRID)
About the role
McCormick Canada continues its long track record of growth and is a respected leader in the spice, seasoning, flavouring and specialty food industry. Our consumer products division serves retail grocery customers and emerging channels with Club House, Billy Bee and McCormick products, while our Custom Flavour Solutions division serves food service distributors and other respected food manufacturers across Canada. McCormick Canada is part of the world leader in spice and seasonings, McCormick & Company Inc.
The Power of People is one of our five pillars. It has been the foundation for McCormick's success for decades. There is something inspiring about working at McCormick. We have created an unusually dedicated workforce by fostering a culture of respect, recognition, inclusion and collaboration based on the highest ethical values. Without our employees, our success is not possible. Our commitment to our customers, our consumers and our employees is unsurpassed.
Under the general supervision of the Sr Commericalization Manager, the position is responsible for management and cross-functional coordination of new business and product life cycle initiatives for Flavor Solutions. Additionally, this role will provide business leadership for commercialization and lead business critical projects for Flavor Solutions.
Key Responsiblities
- Provide business leadership for commercialization and lead business critical projects for Flavor Solutions
- Assess business process to identify gaps and solutions to improve commercialization efforts. Optimizes processes for new products, line extensions, product changes, product deletions, Speed to Market initiatives, coordinated efforts of Marketing, Sales, Global Data and Supply Chain.
- Develop root cause and corrective actions of recurring product, process and service issues.
- Develop processes to ensure consistent practices
- Ensure that new product processes and accountabilities are understood and that there is organizational alignment and input to the project plan.
Qualifications
- BSc in Marketing or related discipline: Supply Chain, Business, or Finance
- 5+ years progressive, broad based marketing and/or supply chain/commercialization experience.
- 2+ years of strong project leadership experience with demonstrated success in managing multiple projects preferably of a cross-function team.
- Proven superior Project Management skills
- Sound understanding of concepts, principles and practices in Marketing (functional expert) and a working knowledge of practices in other areas including Sales, Finance and Supply Chain
- Deep understanding of the industry sector, trends, and competitive landscape across multiple segments
- Defines standards and specifications around which other will operate
- Demonstrated ability to engage and influence cross-functional and business leaders with a focus on implementing strategic solutions to supply chain processes
- Strong cross-functional strategic leadership, communication, and teamwork skills
- Experience leading change under ambiguous and fast moving conditions.
- Ability to motivate others to achieve results and deliver against commitments without formal authority.
Throughout the selection process, accommodations for applicants with disabilities are available upon request. Please notify H.R. if required.
About McCormick & Company
McCormick & Company, Incorporated (NYSE: MKC) is a global leader in flavor and one of the most respected and familiar names in the industry. In business for over 130 years, McCormick manufactures, markets, and distributes spices, seasoning mixes, condiments, and other flavorful products to the entire food industry—retail outlets, food manufacturers, and foodservice businesses. McCormick creates flavors for a wide range of applications, such as beverages, snacks, dairy, bakery/confectionary, savory, performance nutrition, and health.
The McCormick name represents a trusted source of flavor in millions of kitchens around the globe—in homes and in restaurants. Partnerships with farmers and suppliers around the world allow us to provide great-tasting, quality spices with year-over-year consistency that you can trust.
Our herbs and spices come from 80 different countries, while our brands reach consumers in more than 150 countries and territories. Our passion for quality is matched only by our commitment to an innovative and energetic company culture. At McCormick, we believe in respect, recognition, inclusion, and collaboration, based on the highest ethical values for our employees.
McCormick is a team of 13,000 employees located around the world—and we’re growing. If you have a passion for flavor—and you’re ready to take a journey—come have a seat at our table.
Commercialization Manager (HYBRID)
About the role
McCormick Canada continues its long track record of growth and is a respected leader in the spice, seasoning, flavouring and specialty food industry. Our consumer products division serves retail grocery customers and emerging channels with Club House, Billy Bee and McCormick products, while our Custom Flavour Solutions division serves food service distributors and other respected food manufacturers across Canada. McCormick Canada is part of the world leader in spice and seasonings, McCormick & Company Inc.
The Power of People is one of our five pillars. It has been the foundation for McCormick's success for decades. There is something inspiring about working at McCormick. We have created an unusually dedicated workforce by fostering a culture of respect, recognition, inclusion and collaboration based on the highest ethical values. Without our employees, our success is not possible. Our commitment to our customers, our consumers and our employees is unsurpassed.
Under the general supervision of the Sr Commericalization Manager, the position is responsible for management and cross-functional coordination of new business and product life cycle initiatives for Flavor Solutions. Additionally, this role will provide business leadership for commercialization and lead business critical projects for Flavor Solutions.
Key Responsiblities
- Provide business leadership for commercialization and lead business critical projects for Flavor Solutions
- Assess business process to identify gaps and solutions to improve commercialization efforts. Optimizes processes for new products, line extensions, product changes, product deletions, Speed to Market initiatives, coordinated efforts of Marketing, Sales, Global Data and Supply Chain.
- Develop root cause and corrective actions of recurring product, process and service issues.
- Develop processes to ensure consistent practices
- Ensure that new product processes and accountabilities are understood and that there is organizational alignment and input to the project plan.
Qualifications
- BSc in Marketing or related discipline: Supply Chain, Business, or Finance
- 5+ years progressive, broad based marketing and/or supply chain/commercialization experience.
- 2+ years of strong project leadership experience with demonstrated success in managing multiple projects preferably of a cross-function team.
- Proven superior Project Management skills
- Sound understanding of concepts, principles and practices in Marketing (functional expert) and a working knowledge of practices in other areas including Sales, Finance and Supply Chain
- Deep understanding of the industry sector, trends, and competitive landscape across multiple segments
- Defines standards and specifications around which other will operate
- Demonstrated ability to engage and influence cross-functional and business leaders with a focus on implementing strategic solutions to supply chain processes
- Strong cross-functional strategic leadership, communication, and teamwork skills
- Experience leading change under ambiguous and fast moving conditions.
- Ability to motivate others to achieve results and deliver against commitments without formal authority.
Throughout the selection process, accommodations for applicants with disabilities are available upon request. Please notify H.R. if required.
About McCormick & Company
McCormick & Company, Incorporated (NYSE: MKC) is a global leader in flavor and one of the most respected and familiar names in the industry. In business for over 130 years, McCormick manufactures, markets, and distributes spices, seasoning mixes, condiments, and other flavorful products to the entire food industry—retail outlets, food manufacturers, and foodservice businesses. McCormick creates flavors for a wide range of applications, such as beverages, snacks, dairy, bakery/confectionary, savory, performance nutrition, and health.
The McCormick name represents a trusted source of flavor in millions of kitchens around the globe—in homes and in restaurants. Partnerships with farmers and suppliers around the world allow us to provide great-tasting, quality spices with year-over-year consistency that you can trust.
Our herbs and spices come from 80 different countries, while our brands reach consumers in more than 150 countries and territories. Our passion for quality is matched only by our commitment to an innovative and energetic company culture. At McCormick, we believe in respect, recognition, inclusion, and collaboration, based on the highest ethical values for our employees.
McCormick is a team of 13,000 employees located around the world—and we’re growing. If you have a passion for flavor—and you’re ready to take a journey—come have a seat at our table.