At Saputo, we bring good to the table by making high-quality products, investing in our people, and supporting communities around the world . As a top 10 global dairy processor, we value contributions that matter and strive to foster an inclusive, growth-driven work environment. Ready to bring your best?Overview of the role:Saputo is seeking a Manager, Insights & Strategy for an existing opportunity within our organization.Reporting to the Director Insights & Strategy, the Manager, Insights and Strategy is an insights leader and key business partner dedicated to delivering consumer, shopper, category and customer insights to support strategy development and drive profitable category growth.How you will make contributions that matter:Leverage both custom and syndicated data to extract insights and provide actionable recommendationsProactively conduct category analysis to highlight issues and opportunitiesIdentify consumer and shopper research needs, lead end-to-end research processEnsure research insights are socialized within the organization and customersCollaborate with Director and key stakeholders to develop category strategyTrack strategic KPIs, conduct analysis to explain results, provide recommendationsSupport Sales team with category analysis and key account plan developmentContribute to Innovation by highlighting emerging trends and category white space opportunities, assist in new product business case development and post launch trackingSupport marketing on brand and pack design research, marketing plans and consumer communicationsProvide recommendations on product assortment, planogram development, price and promotionsInspire and mentor direct report to promote insights and analytics excellenceSupport and maintain Saputo Dairy Products Canada G.P.’s quality standardsYou are best suited for the role if you have the following qualifications:University degree – Business preferred5+ years progressive category management, insights or related CPG experienceExpert knowledge of NIQ Discover platform and retailer POS / shopper data systemExceptional analytical skills with ability to lead and develop category stores that influence decision making and lead to positive outcomesNaturally curious with a deep understanding of consumer and shopper behaviourSolid organizational and time management skillsExcellent communication and presentation skillsAble to work collaboratively in a cross-functional team environmentProficient in Microsoft Office, Excel, PowerPointExperience leading market research and managing suppliersSolid understanding of Canadian CPG & Foodservice landscapeWe support and take care of our employees and their families by offering :Generous and complete benefit coverage with group insuranceGroup retirement plan with employer contributionTelemedicine and assistance program for employees and their familiesEmployee Share Ownership Plan with an employer matchPaid Parental Leave programPaid time off: Sick days, floater days and volunteer day offOpportunity to contribute to a collective RRSP & TFSATraining and development programsSaputo Flex Program, flexible work environment (schedule/location/time off) according to department needsOrganized activities for employees and their familiesAdvantageous discounts on Saputo productsSalary: $92,795 to $121,795*Salary offers will vary commensurate with experience, education, skills, and training.STATEMENT ON AIAll applications are carefully considered by our Talent Acquisition team.Artificial Intelligence tools may be used in screening applications.Artificial Intelligence is not used to assess or select applications.In Canada, Saputo is a leading cheese manufacturer and fluid milk and cream processor, with a portfolio of well-loved brands such as Dairyland, Armstrong, Neilson, Alexis de Portneuf, and many more. Whether your expertise lies in manufacturing, operations, supply chain management, sales, quality assurance, or in any other function, your role is integral to our success. You will make contributions that matter, all while working alongside colleagues who genuinely care about your success and who will roll up their sleeves to help.The material contained herein is provided for informational purposes only. All open jobs offered by Saputo Inc. and all companies, corporations, partnerships, limited partnerships and other entities controlled by Saputo Inc. (collectively, “Saputo”) on Saputo's web site are subject to specific job skill requirements. The job skill requirements, qualifications, and preferred experience are determined by a Saputo subsidiary, office or department, and all positions are subject to local prevailing employment laws and restrictions. 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