Associate Manager, Category Leadership

Job Description What We Offer Flexible medical, dental, and vision plan Employee & family assistance program RRSP matching program Health & Wellness reimbursements Product purchase program Opportunities to take part in job-related training and development Relocation cost (if applicable) Responsibilities This role will be employed by Irving Consumer Products as part of the shared service Research and Insights Team and will provide direct support to Cavendish Farms. Category Leadership Monitor the performance of product categories and promotions, delivering data reports to scorecards and conducting post-promotion analysis to validate progress against KPIs. Perform rigorous analysis to identify assortment, distribution, pricing, and promotion opportunities to improve category and brand performance Create powerful, data-driven sales presentations and customer business reviews that translate analytical insights into persuasive business cases for customers and internal management. Coordinate with supply chain and sales teams to monitor inventory flow, ensure product availability, and manage product assortment recommendations Support the category review process by preparing detailed analysis and reports, managing project timelines, and ensuring seamless communication across cross‑functional teams (Sales, Marketing, Supply Chain). Monitor world trade flow volumes of the category. Syndicated Data Management Execute the monthly database updates and quality assurance checks Manage syndicated data hierarchies and product master data Work closely with the Syndicated Data Development Team to develop high engagement dashboards and views of the business to help drive action & results. Working with People Present to customers on an as‑needed basis Provide thought leadership/coaching on analytic and visualization skills to the rest of the organization Development of category onboarding curriculum Potential opportunity for development leadership through co‑op students Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Commerce, Marketing, Finance, Analytics, or related field 3+ years of experience in Category Management, Marketing Analytics, Sales Analysis, Customer Insights, Finance, Trade Marketing, or other commercial data analysis field Experience in CPG industry, Foodservice industry, or Foodservice Market Research industry is a plus Previous Sales or Marketing experience is a plus Experience with Foodservice data platforms is a plus – e.g., Circana, Datassential, Direct Link, A-Insights, Technomic, etc. Advanced analytical skill set with ability to interpret and perform complex analysis utilizing multiple data sets Ability to design and build interactive dashboards with data visualization Advanced technical excellence in Excel and PowerPoint, Power Query/Pivot/BI is a plus Ability to lead, communicate, and influence internally as well as with customers Highly organized, responsive, and a proactive collaborator Strong storytelling skills, ability to use large datasets to create an engaging story to influence both external customers as well as leadership within JDI Self‑starter and ability to work in a flexible environment with little supervision About Us Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) has operations in Canada and the United States and are a team of 20,000 dedicated employees. At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results. With a culture that nurtures talent and creates an inclusive workplace, you can grow your career across our various operating divisions. We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities. Worried you do not meet all the requirements? Studies have shown that many applicants apply only to job opportunities when they feel they meet 100% of the criteria. We promote an inclusive environment where everyone is appreciated, recognized, and empowered to contribute fully. If you are interested in this position but are worried you did not meet all the requirements, we would encourage you to still apply. We appreciate your interest in our company however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. About The Team Cavendish Farms is a family‑run company, where our team members are never just a number. We work from seed‑to‑table, providing opportunities to explore and grow. Headquartered in Dieppe, New Brunswick, Cavendish Farms is a leading producer of frozen potato products and appetizers throughout Canada, the United States, and around the world. We have Manufacturing facilities in PEI, Ontario, Alberta, and North Dakota and farm operations in the Maritimes and Minnesota and North Dakota. We also operate a research and plant breeding centre in PEI to develop new potato varieties and sustainable potato farming practices. We have a proud history of values, quality and service, And bringing the goodness of the farm to the table is what we do best. #J-18808-Ljbffr