We are looking for an accomplished Brand Manager to join a consumer packaged goods organization in Oakville, Ontario on a Long-term Contract. In this role, you will help shape brand performance in the Canadian market by turning strategy into effective marketing activity and coordinating closely with agency, media, finance, and cross-functional partners. This opportunity suits a marketer who is equally comfortable leading planning discussions, interpreting performance data, and keeping multiple initiatives moving from concept to launch.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Drive brand-building programs in the local market by translating business priorities into clear marketing actions and campaign plans.<br>• Oversee integrated marketing initiatives from initial planning through rollout, ensuring timelines, deliverables, and brand standards are met.<br>• Work with media partners to review channel performance, refine investment decisions, and improve campaign effectiveness.<br>• Coordinate with creative and agency teams to deliver updated packaging, artwork, and promotional materials that support brand objectives.<br>• Support product innovation efforts by helping move new ideas through development and preparing them for successful market introduction.<br>• Assess brand, consumer, and category data to uncover trends, identify growth opportunities, and inform recommendations.<br>• Contribute to annual planning activities by providing input into upcoming marketing priorities and longer-range business strategies.<br>• Partner with finance stakeholders to track spending, manage budgets responsibly, and monitor brand profitability.<br>• Collaborate with U.S.-based marketing counterparts and internal stakeholders to align programs, share insights, and present informed recommendations.
We are looking for an experienced Director, Learning and Development to shape and advance a company-wide learning vision for a prominent Canadian organization in Toronto, Ontario. This leadership role will guide the creation of impactful development initiatives that strengthen leadership capability, employee growth, and organizational performance across corporate, retail, and operational teams. The successful candidate will work closely with senior stakeholders to build a strong learning culture supported by measurable outcomes, modern learning tools, and forward-looking talent development strategies.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Create and lead a comprehensive learning and development strategy that aligns with business priorities and long-term workforce needs.<br>• Design and implement scalable programs covering onboarding, leadership growth, compliance training, functional capability building, and career development.<br>• Collaborate with executive and business leaders to assess skill gaps and deliver learning solutions that address current and future capability requirements.<br>• Provide direction, coaching, and support to the Learning and Development team to maintain a high standard of performance and service delivery.<br>• Strengthen the use of learning platforms and digital tools to improve access, engagement, and effectiveness across diverse employee groups.<br>• Track program success through data, reporting, and performance indicators, then use findings to refine learning initiatives on an ongoing basis.<br>• Contribute to workforce planning efforts by identifying emerging skill needs and recommending development priorities for the organization.<br>• Oversee learning-related budgets and manage relationships with external vendors and training partners to ensure value and quality.<br>• Partner with stakeholders across corporate, retail, and operations to embed continuous learning into everyday performance and development practices.
<p>On behalf of our client, Robert Half is seeking a Director of Sales based in Brantford, ON, working on-site within the food and food processing sector. This leadership role is responsible for driving sustainable growth and overseeing key account relationships. The position offers the opportunity to shape commercial strategy and lead a dedicated team in a dynamic environment.</p>
<strong>Job Responsibilities</strong>
<ul><li>Oversee and expand key account relationships to support long-term growth and profitability.</li><li>Develop and execute strategic plans to increase volume and enhance market share.</li><li>Collaborate with commercial, innovation, and supply chain teams to ensure effective category development.</li><li>Lead and develop the site-based commercial team, fostering engagement and responsiveness to market shifts.</li><li>Work closely with new product development teams to introduce innovations aligned with consumer trends.</li><li>Monitor market and consumer trends to inform commercial and product development strategies.</li><li>Design and implement promotional programs to maximize category performance and profitability.</li><li>Negotiate pricing and agreements with customers and suppliers, including new product costings.</li><li>Manage account administration, including forecasting, cost confirmations, and promotional activities.</li><li>Provide regular sales performance analytics and reporting to drive continuous improvement.</li></ul>
<strong>Job Requirements</strong>
<ul><li>Minimum of 7 years of experience in a commercial sales role, preferably within the food sector or with a prominent retailer.</li><li>Demonstrated expertise in price negotiations and agreement management.</li><li>Proven ability to build and maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders.</li><li>Track record of successfully leading and developing commercial teams.</li><li>Familiarity with category management tools and the ability to translate insights into actionable plans.</li><li>Understanding of business accounting and forecasting principles.</li><li>Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence at multiple levels.</li><li>Capability to identify emerging trends in the food market and drive relevant initiatives.</li><li>Analytical skills to interpret data, recognize opportunities, and assess potential risks.</li><li>Commercial acumen and the ability to identify technical opportunities that support business objectives.</li></ul>