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.
<p>On behalf of our client, Robert Half is seeking a Customer Business Development Manager based in Brantford, ON. This on-site role in the food and food processing sector focuses on managing and growing key business relationships. The successful candidate will be responsible for driving sustainable business development and ensuring continued success across targeted categories.</p>
<strong>Job Responsibilities</strong>
<ul><li>Build and maintain strong partnerships with commercial, innovation, and supply chain teams to support long-term growth objectives.</li><li>Serve as the main point of contact for merchant and product development teams to foster positive category development.</li><li>Develop and execute tactical plans in collaboration with stakeholders to achieve volume growth and improve market share.</li><li>Collaborate with new product development teams to ensure innovation aligns with market trends and customer needs.</li><li>Design, implement, and monitor promotional strategies to maximize category volume and profitability.</li><li>Negotiate pricing agreements with customers and suppliers, including terms for promotions and new product introductions.</li><li>Oversee account administration activities such as forecasting, cost confirmations, and new product onboarding.</li><li>Prepare and analyze regular performance reports, recommending corrective actions when necessary.</li><li>Manage within established budgets for the site function and contribute to overall business profitability.</li><li>Lead and develop a small team, ensuring alignment with performance targets and organizational goals.</li></ul>
<strong>Job Requirements</strong>
<ul><li>Minimum of 5 years of experience in customer business development, account management, or a similar role within the food and food processing industry.</li><li>Demonstrated ability to manage key client relationships and drive business growth initiatives.</li><li>Strong negotiation skills with experience in pricing and supplier/customer agreements.</li><li>Proven track record in developing and executing promotional and tactical business plans.</li><li>Experience collaborating with product development teams to launch new products successfully.</li><li>Ability to analyze data and prepare actionable reports to support business decisions.</li><li>Budget management experience and understanding of profitability drivers.</li><li>Capability to lead a small team and work effectively towards shared objectives.</li></ul>
<p>Warehouse Manager | Manufacturing Operations, Inventory & Logistics Leadership</p><p>We are seeking an experienced <strong>Warehouse Manager</strong> to lead all warehouse, inventory, shipping, receiving, and distribution activities within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This individual will be responsible for driving operational efficiency, maintaining inventory accuracy, ensuring on-time customer shipments, and leading a high-performing warehouse team. The ideal candidate has a strong background in warehouse operations, logistics, inventory management, team leadership, and continuous improvement.</p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Oversee all warehouse operations, including receiving, storage, inventory control, order fulfillment, shipping, and distribution.</li><li>Manage the receipt of materials, components, packaging, and production supplies.</li><li>Coordinate inbound and outbound logistics with suppliers, customers, carriers, and transportation providers.</li><li>Ensure accurate receiving, inspection, documentation, and inventory transactions.</li><li>Lead daily shipping activities, ensuring timely and accurate delivery of finished goods.</li><li>Supervise, mentor, and develop warehouse supervisors and warehouse associates.</li><li>Drive inventory accuracy through cycle counts, physical inventories, and inventory reconciliation processes.</li><li>Optimize warehouse layout, storage capacity, material flow, and space utilization.</li><li>Establish, monitor, and improve key performance indicators (KPIs) related to inventory accuracy, on-time shipping, productivity, quality, and safety.</li><li>Collaborate closely with Production, Procurement, Quality, Customer Service, and Supply Chain teams to support operational objectives.</li><li>Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance service levels.</li></ul>
<p>We are looking for a Finance Manager to support financial planning, reporting, and operational decision-making for our team in Kitchener- Waterloo, Ontario. This role combines hands-on analysis with oversight of core accounting activities, helping the business understand performance, manage budgets, and improve financial processes. The successful Finance Manager candidate will bring strong analytical judgment, experience working with financial systems and reporting tools, and the ability to translate complex data into practical business insights.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Prepare and review financial analyses that support budgeting, forecasting, and day-to-day business decisions.</p><p>• Lead recurring reporting activities by producing accurate financial results, variance explanations, and performance summaries for stakeholders.</p><p>• Oversee month-end close tasks and coordinate accounting-related activities to ensure timely and reliable financial information.</p><p>• Develop ad hoc reports and detailed data reviews to identify trends, risks, and opportunities across operations.</p><p>• Use reporting platforms and analytical tools, including systems such as Power BI, to improve visibility into financial performance.</p><p>• Partner with cross-functional teams to strengthen budget processes, enhance reporting quality, and support effective capacity planning.</p><p>• Recommend and implement process improvements that increase efficiency, strengthen controls, and support continuous improvement objectives.</p><p>• Contribute to specialized financial projects, including data analysis initiatives and system-related reporting changes, as required.</p>
<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>