Assistant Category Manager

Assistant Category Manager - Retail NPI, TH, Canada Join to apply for the Assistant Category Manager - Retail NPI, TH, Canada role at Restaurant Brands International Ready to make your next big professional move? Join us on our journey to achieve our big dream of building the most loved restaurant brands in the world. Restaurant Brands International Inc. is one of the world's largest quick service restaurant companies with nearly $45 billion in annual system-wide sales and over 32,000 restaurants in more than 120 countries and territories. RBI owns four of the world's most prominent and iconic quick service restaurant brands – TIM HORTONS®, BURGER KING®, POPEYES®, and FIREHOUSE SUBS®. These independently operated brands have been serving their respective guests, franchisees and communities for decades. Through its Restaurant Brands for Good framework, RBI is improving sustainable outcomes related to its food, the planet, and people and communities. RBI is committed to growing the TIM HORTONS®, BURGER KING®, POPEYES® and FIREHOUSE SUBS® brands by leveraging their respective core values, employee and franchisee relationships, and long track records of community support. Each brand benefits from the global scale and shared best practices that come from ownership by Restaurant Brands International Inc. Our Opportunity Reporting to the Manager, Retail Category Management for Tim Hortons Canada, this position is responsible for leading new product launches in retail merchandise categories. This position liaises with Retail Channel Management, Marketing, Supply Chain, Operations, Legal, Restaurant Tech and Quality Assurance to support Tim Hortons retail business priorities. This position will also communicate with all retail vendors in the development of products and programs. Bring new products and programs to life by project managing all facets of research, product development and commercialization Coordinate cross functionally to ensure successful national and test market program launches Lead projects to improve go-to market initiatives & profitability across in-restaurant and e-comm Ensure VP and LT level visibility and alignment across all test and national initiatives through the Tim Gate process RBI follows a 5 day, in-office work schedule to support collaboration. Candidates should be comfortable working onsite 5 days per week. Qualifications 2-3 years of previous work experience in project management, coordination Previous experience within QSR or retail companies or in marketing is an advantage Bachelor degree, preferably from business, engineering or marketing Outstanding interpersonal skills with the ability to direct and influence others at all levels Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Powerpoint Strong attention to detail, communication, and organization skills Salary Base salary range of $80,000.00 – $100,000.00. Base salary for this position may vary based on relevant factors such as experience, education, location, and skills. This position is eligible to participate in the Company’s annual discretionary bonus plan, subject to the terms and conditions of the incentive program, based on individual and company performance metrics. Benefits Benefits at all of our global offices are focused on physical, mental and financial wellness. We offer unique and progressive benefits, including a comprehensive global paid parental leave program that supports employees as they expand their families, free telemedicine and mental wellness support. Restaurant Brands International and all of its affiliated companies (collectively, RBI) are equal opportunity and affirmative action employers that do not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, provincial or federal laws, rules, or regulations. RBI's policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment. Accommodation is available for applicants with disabilities upon request. Seniority level Entry level Employment type Full-time Job function Marketing and Sales Industries Food and Beverage Services #J-18808-Ljbffr